OT: Purdue Basketball 2014-2015
Let me preface this by saying that this is my first thread here and it would be nice if you guys take it easy on me. I have always been interested in statistics and putting together previews of certain teams. I got the idea to go through an early preview of the B1G teams. So, here goes it.
The Purdue basketball team has suffered through an awful year in which they finished last in the B1G. The team lost seniors Terone Johnson (#0), Errick Peck (#32), Sterling Carter (#1), and Travis Carroll (#50). Not only did they lose these four core seniors, but they also lost Terone's younger brother Ronnie Johnson who is transferring. In addition, Jay Simpson unfortunately has suffered a career ending heart condition and will not be playing. Between these six players they are losing 55% of their minutes and 52% of their points. So here is the projected roster for next season:
Number Name HT WT YR POS
30 Neal Beshears 6-7 198 SR. SF
Has only played in 26 games in his 3 years, most likely will continue on that path.
11 Stephen Toyra 6-3 177 JR. SG
Kind of the same deal, only played in 19 games in his two years.
2 Jon McKeeman 6-1 180 JR. PG
Even more of a scrub, 6 games, 2 years.
*20 A.J. Hammons 7-0 251 JR. C
Hammons is one of the biggest headcases in college basketball. When trying, he is a dominant force, when careless, he is a foul and turnover machine. Could go pro this year, but not likely. Has averaged 10.7 points and 6.7 rebounds over his career. Starting Center.
*35 Rapheal Davis 6-5 211 JR. SG
Davis will most likely be the starting two guard or three. He has averaged 5.8 points and 3.8 rebounds over his career. He is and most likely will continue to be just an average player.
*21 Kendall Stephens 6-6 193 SO. SG
Stephens is "just a shooter". He will most likely continue this. Because of his game he might play the 2 on offense and the 3 on defense. Stephens will most likely make a jump and add to his 8 points per game. May have to come off the bench.
*5 Basil Smotherman 6-5 222 SO. SF
Basil Smotherman, a candidate for name of the year, will continue his starting ways. He will look to add to his 5 points per game.
*12 Bryson Scott 6-1 201 SO. PG
Bryson Scott will most likely get the nod at the Point. He only started two games last year and his A:TO is not very good, but he can make a Freshman jump.
24 Anfernee Brown 6-1 190 SO. PG
Will not play.
44 Isaac Haas 7-2 275 FR. C
Thier highest touted recruit, a 7-2 center is a rare commodity and he may get some meaningful minutes. 4 star on rivals.
4 Vince Edwards 6-7 205 FR. SF
Another freshman that may get some important minutes, no more than any other established forwards, as there are plenty on the team.
23 Jacquill Taylor 6-9 215 FR. PF
May get some minutes.
31 Dakota Mathias 6-4 190 FR. SG
Possibilty for him to get some good minutes, relies on whether or not Eron Harris transfers. Although Harris does not play the same position, he would take up valuable minutes.
3 P.J. Thompson 5-10 155 FR. PG
Since this is your first time ill give it a pass but this would be off topic OT. Plus i dont think anyone really cares about Purdue they arent a rival or a real threat at this time. With that said i agree cant see how Painter is still the HC. The program is going nowhere
March 24th, 2014 at 10:04 PM ^
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March 24th, 2014 at 10:42 PM ^
Actually if u do this for every BT team i think people would appreciate it. U can just skip Rutgers, Penn st, and NW no reason to waste your time
March 24th, 2014 at 11:21 PM ^
I certainly don't mind if the OP wants to cover the lesser Big Ten teams. We usualy don't hear much about them.
Better than the RCMB encyclopedia in the other thread, but there's room for growth as a first time poster.
Too early for this. A guy like Eron Harris transferring there and getting immediate eligibility changes the outlook.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:00 PM ^
Is it guaranteed he is going there? Not sure why he would leave a NIT team to go to a CBI team. Does not make sense.
Butler seems less like a tire fire and it is actually in Indianapolis. Even though West Lafeyette is only an hour away, I would definietly pick Butler over Purdue.
Amazing how bad all the hoops programs in Indiana are right now.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:06 PM ^
I liked it. Why don't you post this in the Diaries though instead of the forum and that way you can build them one by one. I think if you're going to these - do them all (maybe in reverse order of how YOU think they'll finish in the B1G) as it will be a nice reference point to the league next year.
I say good job and better than the vast majority of first posts (mine included). You provided actual content and obviously put some thought and work into the post. I look forward to seeing your next one.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:30 PM ^
March 24th, 2014 at 10:39 PM ^
At this point you cant move it but a mod can. If you go to "moderator action sticky" (found under mgoboard) you can post a request to have it moved. In the future you simply select Diary instead of Forum post when you start to create new content and it will automatically go there.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:07 PM ^
I thought I read that here.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:09 PM ^
Good catch, will edit accordingly.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:13 PM ^
I'm still waiting for Step 2.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:13 PM ^
I like what you've done here. I think it's helpful to be able to know what's coming. My thought to improve upon it would be to give a projected starting line-up. It looks like you listed them by class, but it would be useful to see who you think will get the most PT. Thanks for putting this together.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:21 PM ^
I like this, but I think it should probably wait until the season is over.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:18 PM ^
Good, content-rich first post! Take some of the tips that folks above have given and keep working at it! This is the kind of thing that I at least appreciate reading here - people providing some information & analysis that I'm not going to necessarily know about on my own, but that deepens my knowledge of the game/the teams.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:23 PM ^
March 25th, 2014 at 10:35 AM ^
had a Michigan offer; Michigan and Purdue were his final two. That's probably worth a mention.
March 24th, 2014 at 10:25 PM ^
but I found myself enjoying the post.
"However, in a few years they may surprise some people."
No need to use kid gloves. It sounds as if Purdue is going to suck. Just say it.
Seems like there best hope is
Also, there will be only 18 conference games
http://www.bigten.org/blog/2014/02/2014-15-big-ten-mens-basketball-matc…
March 24th, 2014 at 10:33 PM ^
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March 24th, 2014 at 10:41 PM ^
Dakota Mathias will not redshirt, he will get some major playing time. the kids is very under rated, very hard work ethic. I know him and his family personally(from the same town). I am not saying that because of the formentioned statement, but to watch the kid in the summer, reminds me of our #1 guy Stauskas. Do wish him the best, until he play us.
I've seen him play a few times myself. The kid is a hard worker and great shooter so he should get playing time as a freshman. However, I don't think he is anywhere near as athletic as Stauskas. Stauskas will dunk on someone off the dribble. I don't think I've ever seen Mathias dunk in a game let alone contested.
I really do wish the kid nothing but the best at Purdue, though. Except, of course, when he plays the good guys.
March 25th, 2014 at 10:21 AM ^
I will agree with that. I am still surprised neither us or OSU recruited this kid. I think he would be a great fit in any program. I wish we would have went after him.
I think he was on the verge of having Michigan enter the recruiting picture when he committed to Purdue. He would have been a great fit in Belein's offense with his high IQ and shot making ability, personally I think the Boilers stole one. There's a reason why Huggins, Painter, and Dawkins were after him.
Agree completely...Mathias is not redshirting. He will be their best shooter the minute he steps on campus. The Stauskas comparison is a good one...probably a better ball handler than Nik but not as athletic as what Nik is.
March 25th, 2014 at 11:01 AM ^
With who Purdue has returning along with his skill set, I see him getting at least 15-20 minutes a game.
IMO probably low end of the spectrum but not a bad starting point. He brings an extremely high basketball IQ, good court vision, and the ability to score...he will have to adjust to the speed/physicality of the college game. His biggest challenge will be defensively, if he figures that out I can see him 20+ minutes a game as a freshman. Only time will tell...
March 24th, 2014 at 11:01 PM ^
my principal played for purdue back in the Big Dog days... so I upvoted you...
that said, why purdue?
jdon
ps. what you wrote was as readable as most everything else on this blog, so you have that going for you...
March 24th, 2014 at 11:05 PM ^
March 24th, 2014 at 11:13 PM ^
If you're looking for a short, to-the-point, concise read might I suggest you check out the Kansas basketball thread right below this one.
Actually for what it is it's pretty concise
March 24th, 2014 at 11:35 PM ^
March 25th, 2014 at 12:25 AM ^
March 25th, 2014 at 12:35 AM ^
but definitely also save them and post them again in the fall when the season is about to start or in its early stages.
awesome.
will be a player yet. Surrounded by a real team. . .
I wonder if they would try the Twin Towers lineup with Hammons (7' 0") and Haas (7' 2") at times. That would be something. And why not; what do they have to lose.
I also wonder if Painter is still safe.