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Do Tiger fans realize just how good Ben Simmons is?
Posted on 6/20/14 at 8:39 pm
Posted on 6/20/14 at 8:39 pm
I know I didn't until I recently started checking him out. I just thought he was a Top 20 prospect (which would be awesome), but the more I researched I realized this kid looks like a once in a decade type player. 6'9" with handles and a shot, but can post as well. Looks very polished and many think he should be the #1 overall prospect. I am excited to see our front line next year. We will be a long team for sure.
This post was edited on 6/20/14 at 8:50 pm
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Posted on 6/20/14 at 8:41 pm to ULSU
He's really good
Posted on 6/20/14 at 8:43 pm to ULSU
Best player we've had since shaq
Posted on 6/20/14 at 8:46 pm to ULSU
he's 6' 10" brah. barefoot.
Posted on 6/20/14 at 8:47 pm to LSUzealot
My bad Kid definitely looks like the best talent we've had, at least, since Randolph.
Edit: And he looks better/stronger than Randolph
This post was edited on 6/20/14 at 8:49 pm
Posted on 6/20/14 at 8:50 pm to ULSU
Randolph wasn't nearly this highly regarded.
Hopefully Silver will hurry and change the college rule to 2 years. Hurry!!
Hopefully Silver will hurry and change the college rule to 2 years. Hurry!!
This post was edited on 6/20/14 at 8:51 pm
Posted on 6/20/14 at 8:53 pm to ehidal1
Randolph was widely considered a Top 15 recruit and was the highest rated recruit we've probably gotten in 10 years. That said, no he wasn't a borderline #1 overall like Simmons is. I can't wait to see this kid.
Posted on 6/20/14 at 9:14 pm to ULSU
Like I said, I greedily hope we get him 2 years. I'm pumped too.
Posted on 6/20/14 at 9:19 pm to ehidal1
I live next to his school and have seen him play a couple of times. He looks pretty good. Both times his team was crushing people and he appeared to be just kind of coasting. Not lazy, but like this is easy.
His "high school" team is one of those Oak Hill types.
His "high school" team is one of those Oak Hill types.
Posted on 6/20/14 at 9:38 pm to ULSU
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Randolph was widely considered a Top 15 recruit and was the highest rated recruit we've probably gotten in 10 years. That said, no he wasn't a borderline #1 overall like Simmons is. I can't wait to see this kid.
Randolph was a physical talent, of that there's no disputing. But he played when he wanted to and that has continued in his NBA career.
I've seen Simmons play 3 times on ESPN and he's got the physical talent Randolph did plus a little bit more and I think this kid wants to be great and will show that all the time no just when he feels like it.
I'm so excited about getting Simmons here I can't wait. And with Musselman coming on board to help it even ups the ante.
This kid is the real deal. You really only have to see him once to realize it.
I've got my issues with CJJ, but I want him badly to succeed here and pulling a kid like this can make up for alot.
And getting Musselman too.....Geaux Johnny!!
Posted on 6/20/14 at 10:06 pm to Tiger Ugly
I am buying season tickets this year in anticipation for Simmons next year
Posted on 6/21/14 at 12:02 am to burgeman
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Hopefully Silver will hurry and change the college rule to 2 years. Hurry!!
he can't do that till the next CBA so you can forget about simmons staying two years
Posted on 6/21/14 at 12:16 am to ULSU
Hes amazing. Has everything you want in a player. Size and strength to battle down low and rebound, and enough skill to beat you on the perimeter. And he is silky smooth. Effortless on the court.
He gets compared to Tracy McGrady for a reason.
He gets compared to Tracy McGrady for a reason.
Posted on 6/21/14 at 12:45 am to deathvalleyjunkie
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he can't do that till the next CBA so you can forget about simmons staying two years
You have no idea what you're talking about.
Posted on 6/21/14 at 7:52 am to Mickey Goldmill
Anybody who is a basketball should fully understand his abilities. His skill sets make Shaq pale in comparison. Simmons could play all 5 positions, obviously some better than others. Shaq at guard ? I am afraid his age may qualify him for one and done. God forbid he stays for 2 years. Could be lottery pick after one year.
Posted on 6/21/14 at 8:51 am to ULSU
He is so vitally important to the LSU program as a whole. He is the type of player that people pack the pmac just to watch play. He may be key to getting basketball support back to how it used to be.
Posted on 6/21/14 at 9:27 am to Tiger Ugly
I'm containing my excitement. I just want to see LSU basketball consistently win.
Last season was a disappointment. And with Hickey leaving, I'm not really sure to think about this year.
Last season was a disappointment. And with Hickey leaving, I'm not really sure to think about this year.
Posted on 6/21/14 at 9:31 am to ULSU
Yes, been following him for a couple of years now. He can play basketball very well.
Posted on 6/21/14 at 9:39 am to urinetrouble
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Last season was a disappointment.
It was, and I think to rationalize it as anything else is burying one's head in the sand.
However, let me give CJJ credit. He went out and upgraded the coaching staff considerably, at least insofar as bench coaching IMHO.
And talent can overcome alot and this kid may be the best talent we've inked since Shaq.
I'm liking the possiblilities.
Posted on 6/21/14 at 11:33 am to cheeser
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