If you read between the lines, there are many kids on this team causing issues. Curbello and Pinzon went public, but that doesnt mean they are causing any more problems then other kids. This team was not a bunch of choirboys outside of Curbello and pinzon. There are academic issues, hard work in practice issues, respect issues etc etc etc.
I think it's a reasonable assumption 112. A new coach, just like a new boss, brings new expectations and sets new standards. Some kids(Soriano, Drissa, Storr?) immediately buy in. Others need some time to think about it, and maybe explore other options before deciding. It's possible that kids haven't entered the portal yet because Rick either hasn't spoken with them yet,
You are not wrong . But , if Clayton jr is coming here and I wouldn’t bet against it , is Posh going to be the PG ? Not likely. If Pitino said to Posh , “ if you sign on to my Program you will likely be my 3 rd guard coming off the Bench and playing 15-20 minutes a game .” Will Posh accept that role ?
After I hit "send", I thought about my comment about Rick offering him a chance to be the starting PG. You are likely correct. So let's say that he offered him a chance to play significant minutes. But who knows, maybe Posh could play the 2G with Clayton? He did it very well with Dunn. Regardless my sense is that if Posh wanted in, Rick would not be turning him away.
Macon is no dummy. He knows he stuck oil with this gig on Pitino’s staff and he is not going to jeopardize it.
Tend to agree Monte. And also think some of the kids some posters are speculating are out may not be. I’m just going to be patient and see what happens. There are a few kids I’d love to see stay, but will ultimately trust and respect Pitino on roster construction.
Clayton and Posh would complement each other very nicely and would give us the best defensive backcourt in the conference.
one thing I will add about my post. They deserve that chance IMO, BUT if Rick decides he doesn't want them to be a part of the team that matters too of course
You make a excellent point in your last sentence . Posh can cause all sorts of turmoil for opponents . The thing is Posh is a limited Shooter and you know Rick is going to want a sharp shooter to play along side Clayton jr . Possibly Storr or some portal player .
If I read your post accurately , you are basically saying most of a 8 th place team’s roster should be brought back and Rick could get them to what ? 4 th place ? Pitino wants a team capable of a National Championship and a BE Championship . That would not be last years team . We all applaud our players efforts but We have to go beyond sentiment and recognize this Group would not get us there .
No doubt Pitino could win with the players CMA had on team last season. But if you listened to Pitino at his presser he said we will win and win big hence the need to upgrade the roster. I realize winning big is somewhat of a foreign concept to St. John’s fans.
