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[xu82]

It's down to us and DePaul, who just recently hired his high school coach.

Was this a coincidence, or a wink, wink deal? If it's X vs DePaul straight up I feel a lot better about that. Fingers crossed!

[XMuskieFTW]

Was this a coincidence, or a wink, wink deal? If it's X vs DePaul straight up I feel a lot better about that. Fingers crossed!

Well we did lose out on Max Struss last year when it was down to X vs DePaul.

[muskiefan82]

Well we did lose out on Max Struss last year when it was down to X vs DePaul.

DePaul only has two things going for it:

1. It's in Chicago which is awesome;

2. hmmmm.......

Well, maybe it's only one thing.

[Juice]

DePaul only has two things going for it:

1. It's in Chicago which is awesome;

2. hmmmm.......

Well, maybe it's only one thing.

And a new arena, which could be a huge factor if X didn't have a newly renovated Cintas Center and new athletic buildings as well.

[XUFan09]

DePaul only has two things going for it:

1. It's in Chicago which is awesome;

2. hmmmm.......

Well, maybe it's only one thing.

Playing time. DePaul definitely has that for any player worth a damn. And the relationship with the coach shouldn't be discounted in this circumstance (though I don't believe Strus had any such connections).

[casualfan]

Anyone know if he's still on campus?

[xufan02]

Coleman-Lands visited Thursday and Friday, he is no longer on campus. I would imagine that if we don't get a commitment in the next few days we won't get one.

[MADXSTER]

He would be Xavier's best transfer since burger boy Drew Lavinder

[Roadlife]

He would be Xavier's best transfer since burger boy Drew Lavinder

Was he even offered?

[xufan02]

He would be probably one of the highest ranked transfers we would have gotten. Best transfer is hard to gauge until they play. In my opinion CJ Anderson, Drew, and Crawford have been our best transfers.

[XUFan09]

Was he even offered?
You can generally assume that any transfer taking the time to visit has been offered.

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[LA Muskie]

Was he even offered?

Not really the way it works for transfers since there's no transfer NLI. It's his spot if he wants it.


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[LA Muskie]

He would be probably one of the highest ranked transfers we would have gotten. Best transfer is hard to gauge until they play. In my opinion CJ Anderson, Drew, and Crawford have been our best transfers.

Best single season is Crawford, hands down. Best overall transfer career = Lavender. Most important transfer = Mack.

I'm obviously referring only to the "modern era," as I have no pre-1990's frame of reference.


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[XUGRAD80]

If you want to go back a little further....I'd say Anthony Hicks. IMO he was the first "big time" talent to play at the school since the late 50's-early 60's and helped X have success that attracted more talented players who led to even more success, which has led to what we see today.

It's been a process and an evolution and there are many many players, coaches, administrators that have been a part of it.

[xudash]

Best single season is Crawford, hands down. Best overall transfer career = Lavender. Most important transfer = Mack.

I'm obviously referring only to the "modern era," as I have no pre-1990's frame of reference.


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Great post.

Such a good point to identify Mack in this topic.

[xudash]

If you want to go back a little further....I'd say Anthony Hicks. IMO he was the first "big time" talent to play at the school since the late 50's-early 60's and helped X have success that attracted more talented players who led to even more success, which has led to what we see today.

It's been a process and an evolution and there are many many players, coaches, administrators that have been a part of it.

True about Hicks as well. Someone had to get the "rebirth " started.

[MADXSTER]

He would be Xavier's best transfer since burger boy Drew Lavinder

My bad, meant highest ranked transfer since Lavender

[muskienick]

Best single season is Crawford, hands down. Best overall transfer career = Lavender. Most important transfer = Mack.

I'm obviously referring only to the "modern era," as I have no pre-1990's frame of reference.


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Am I remembering correctly: didn't Anthony Hicks come to XU as a Freshman rather than as a transfer?

[xavierj]

Anthony played 4 years at Xavier and averaged 16 a game for his career without the 3 point line.

http://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/anthony-hicks-1.htmlhttp://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/anthony-hicks-1.html

[XUGRAD80]

I thought I remembered him being a JC transfer......my mistake, sorry. But I think I remember that we did have a transfer come in around the same time...possibly from a Florida school?.....that also played point guard and was really good.

[muskiefan82]

I thought I remembered him being a JC transfer......my mistake, sorry. But I think I remember that we did have a transfer come in around the same time...possibly from a Florida school?.....that also played point guard and was really good.

I believe you are thinking of Stan Kimbrough. Played with Larkin. He was from Central Florida. Came here in 1986 after playing vs. X the year before while at UCF. Hicks' last year was 1983.

[Masterofreality]

I'm gonna add one more- JD Barnett a teammate of Byron Larkin's.

JD was a small forward who was a starter and an integral part of the 1986-1987 team that beat Missouri for XU's first NCAA win. He hit some big baskets in that game- kind of an old school Malcolm Bernrd. Peter Gillen took JD in as a transfer.

Malcolm Bernard will have a special place in my Xavier Blue Blooded heart for a long long time. That enthusiasm, leadership and infectious smile was special. The fact that he got to dribble out the last few seconds of the Arizona game was so damn appropriate.

If we can get transfers like him every couple of years or so, we'll be just fine.

[joe titan]

If somebody does not pay homage to Brian Thornton & Steve Wolf...

[xudash]

If somebody does not pay homage to Brian Thornton & Steve Wolf...

Glad you brought up Brian Thornton.

To me, he was an example of Xavier coming into its own, both as a school and with its basketball program. If I recall correctly, he transferred in from Vanderbilt, having passed on offers from Boston college and Michigan. He was looking for a strong academic school to go along with a solid basketball program through which to finish his career. In fact, I believe he was interested at the time in pursuing law school.

And he provided me yet one additional reason to hate LaSalle. He was injured against those idiots and never played again.

http://www.goxavier.com/news/2005/11/23/Brian_Thornton_Senior_Louisville_Ky_.aspx

[Emp]

I'm gonna add one more- JD Barnett a teammate of Byron Larkin's.

JD was a small forward who was a starter and an integral part of the 1986-1987 team that beat Missouri for XU's first NCAA win. He hit some big baskets in that game- kind of an old school Malcolm Bernrd. Peter Gillen took JD in as a transfer.

Malcolm Bernard will have a special place in my Xavier Blue Blooded heart for a long long time. That enthusiasm, leadership and infectious smile was special. The fact that he got to dribble out the last few seconds of the Arizona game was so damn appropriate.

If we can get transfers like him every couple of years or so, we'll be just fine.

Barnett was one of the best lockdown defenders Xavier has seen. A perfect compliment to a team of scorers. Strong, moved his feet well, and could "shoot" for the steal. I can still hear Gillen yelling "Shoot him JD!"
Unsung, or at least undersung, player.

[scoscox]

Of all the transfers not named Jordan Crawford, I think Anthony Myles would be in my top two or three.

[casualfan]

Notre Dame just got a commitment from Robby Carmody.

Not sure if it effects their recruitment of Coleman Lands, but it can't hurt as they are similar players.

[paulxu]

Chris Mack‏Verified account @CoachChrisMack 4h4 hours ago

Freshmen in the gym on their own on a Saturday afternoon working! Doing what's not required; what a concept in today's day and age...

[GIMMFD]

Chris Mack‏Verified account @CoachChrisMack 4h4 hours ago

Freshmen in the gym on their own on a Saturday afternoon working! Doing what's not required; what a concept in today's day and age...

If they're putting in work, and are as good as advertised, this could be the start of something special.

[smileyy]

Reportedly, Mack also yelled at some kids to get off his lawn, and at some Millennials for ruining toast.

[paulxu]

Chris Mack‏Verified account @CoachChrisMack 10h10 hours ago

Ran into Nike's Eric Lautenbach on the recruiting trail. Says @XavierMBB's new uniforms will be one of CBB's BEST. Can't wait to see em!

[Emp]

Chris Mack‏Verified account @CoachChrisMack 10h10 hours ago

Ran into Nike's Eric Lautenbach on the recruiting trail. Says @XavierMBB's new uniforms will be one of CBB's BEST. Can't wait to see em!

de gustibus.....No accounting for taste. The big deal this is for players and fans. It's like fashion week for College athletes. Hell, The Premier League now trots out its "kits" for the new season with player models at press events. We can't be far behind. Market. brand.

I like the game, the athletes in the arena, the conflict and resolution. The heroes and villains on the court. The coaches, the fans. I'm sure it's partially generational, but our team looking cool, and recruits who have to see our cool uniforms, leaves me....cool.

but there is no accounting for my tastes.

[paulxu]

Emp, I tend to agree with you.
But I've seen some buck ugly uniforms come down the pike; so I'm OK with something that looks good.
I've always been partial to our white uniforms with good X markings.

[X-ceptional]

The only jerseys that matter:

http://media.gettyimages.com/photos/xavier-musketeers-stand-at-half-court-during-a-technical-foul-free-picture-id647966696?s=594x594

[Juice]

https://twitter.com/MuskieMusings/status/888385777192902656

[casualfan]

Shannon Russell‏Verified account @slrussell 2m2 minutes ago
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All the freshmen are here except Kentrevious Jones, who is not yet on campus. #Xavier

[GIMMFD]

https://twitter.com/MuskieMusings/status/888385777192902656

Hahaha that's absolutely amazing.

[GoMuskies]

https://twitter.com/BlackburnReview/status/892766002253094912

[X-band '01]

So that's where Glass Joe got his 1 win.

[X-ceptional]

Keep an eye out this Thursday at 3pm. I haven't watched an episode yet, but the Big East started the BE Shootaround a couple weeks ago.
I'll be watching this week at least. More info here (http://www.bigeast.com/news/2017/8/3/big-east-launches-live-mens-basketball-digital-show.aspx).


The show will be distributed on FOX Sports GO, the BIG EAST Facebook page and @BIGEAST Twitter handle and via podcast on iTunes, Google Play and Stitcher.


#BIGEASThoops @BIGEASTMBB (https://twitter.com/BIGEASTMBB/status/902256192432594945) 19 hours ago

THIS WEEK ON #BEshootaround!

Hustle. Grit. Passion. Unlimited Range.

@XavierMBB's @jpmacura joins @John_Fanta in an exclusive 1-on-1!

[X-ceptional]

Missed this one from a couple weeks ago...
SportsPaper‏
@SportsPaperInfo (https://twitter.com/SportsPaperInfo/status/895688469032435717)

Barry and Byron Larkin at Riverfront Stadium

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DG4f6jcXYAASFx2.jpg

[waggy]

Great throwback pic. About 1983?

[xavier513]

Great throwback pic. About 1983?

Barry's rookie season was 1986 and he came up late in the season. Byron played at X through the 87-88 season. I'd guess the photo was taken during the 1987 Reds season.

[bleedXblue]

love the navy, powder blue and white

[X Factor]

Byron kinda resembled Tu Holloway back in his younger days.

[UCGRAD4X]

Byron kinda resembled Tu Holloway back in his younger days.

probably not so much in general, but I can definitely see it in this pic. Good call!

(if only he looked a bit more gangsta, then, spot on! :rolleyes:)

[UCGRAD4X]

Evidently Jared Ridder has a nickname already.

https://twitter.com/quentingoodin/status/903246750273720320

[ammtd34]

Evidently Jared Ridder has a nickname already.

https://twitter.com/quentingoodin/status/903246750273720320



That's a great nickname.

[BMoreX]

https://twitter.com/XavierMBB/status/903613979712466944

Looks like we're getting six jerseys.

[drudy23]

Evidently Jared Ridder has a nickname already.

https://twitter.com/quentingoodin/status/903246750273720320



I hope J Swish has JP moxey.

[X-band '01]

Guessing:

Home: White
Home: White Throwback
Home: Gray
Road: Navy
Road: Blue Throwback
Road: Black

[mistabeecee41]

[change title to social media related posts you gotta love]

https://www.instagram.com/p/BYmD0BEF_Sj/?hl=en&taken-by=xaviermbb

Guy was out of this world. Despite taking insanely difficult shots like this all year, he shot 46% from the field and 39% from 3.

[ballyhoohoo]

Xavier MBB twitter is next level.

https://mobile.twitter.com/udaytonalumni/status/906213268083138561https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170909/389658f9bea1ba0ab4c38da5ad6f9528.png

[GIMMFD]

Give whoever runs XUBasketball twitter a raise.

[Muskeagle]

I used to think that whenever the "who will be in the Big East" dust settled, we would resume a home and home type deal with UD (twice a year if IN conference and every other year if out of conference). I'm now convinced that Xavier will never step foot in that arena as long as Chris Mack is coach (unless for some type of NCAA game). To which I say, good riddance.

[muskiefan82]

I used to think that whenever the "who will be in the Big East" dust settled, we would resume a home and home type deal with UD (twice a year if IN conference and every other year if out of conference). I'm now convinced that Xavier will never step foot in that arena as long as Chris Mack is coach (unless for some type of NCAA game). To which I say, good riddance.

Agreed. In fact, I'd rather play Wright St. than ever visit that place again after the way UD treated THEIR OWN former player, Mrs. Mack. Uncool.

[ballyhoohoo]

Wouldn't it burn their ass if we did a home and home with Wright State

[drudy23]

It's a good rivalry against a decent opponent...suck it up and play the game.

[bleedXblue]

It's a good rivalry against a decent opponent...suck it up and play the game.

Yeah, although this comes with a lot of distraction and intensity that I think at this point might affect other games on the schedule

Im ok with one big rivalry game OOC. I don't know about another one

We have enough tough battles in conference

[drudy23]

We're not talking UNC or Duke here...it's a good game for both programs. And it's not an RPI drain...I say play it, as if my opinion means something.

[GIMMFD]

We're not talking UNC or Duke here...it's a good game for both programs. And it's not an RPI drain...I say play it, as if my opinion means something.

You know what I'm weirdly worried about? The fact that if we don't play them the rivalry will probably die. For example WVU/VT played in football this year for the first time since 05, and players on both teams had no ideas it used to be a heated rivalry. I could see something like that happening.

[XMuskieFTW]

You know what I'm weirdly worried about? The fact that if we don't play them the rivalry will probably die. For example WVU/VT played in football this year for the first time since 05, and players on both teams had no ideas it used to be a heated rivalry. I could see something like that happening.

When we played them in Orlando in 2015, I'm pretty sure no one on either team had ever played in a Xavier Dayton game before. I don't think that affected either fan base in the slightest. The only ones it will affect are the young fans that never knew the rivalry.

[GoMuskies]

You know what I'm weirdly worried about? The fact that if we don't play them the rivalry will probably die.

Is that really a bad thing?

[ArizonaXUGrad]

When we played them in Orlando in 2015, I'm pretty sure no one on either team had ever played in a Xavier Dayton game before. I don't think that affected either fan base in the slightest. The only ones it will affect are the young fans that never knew the rivalry.

I am pretty sure the players knew something was up. At the end of the day, the fan base needs to get excited but if the players get up for the game that will help a lot.

[GIMMFD]

When we played them in Orlando in 2015, I'm pretty sure no one on either team had ever played in a Xavier Dayton game before. I don't think that affected either fan base in the slightest. The only ones it will affect are the young fans that never knew the rivalry.

Well yeah of course for the fans (just like it was at Fed-Ex Field) the game is still important, but I just think the games are a bit better when the players absolutely hate each other. I love those type of rivalries, granted you could say that's been dying as of late too with AAU teaming up people who go to rival schools and what not. The fans won't ever forget, that's part of fandom.



Is that really a bad thing?

Honestly, I like having another team other than UC to completely despise, though Seton Hall and Butler sure as hell are doing their part to make me dislike them. I don't know, looking at it, our programs are going in opposite directions, which I'm much more happier with, but I like the rivalry because it reminds me of being in Cintas for the double OT my Freshman year, where I'm buying beers with my fake while my RA is standing next to me. I appreciate the sentimental things, ya know?

[theleague]

UD is trash and by far the worst experience as a fan was my last two trips there. Seems to be a common theme... maybe if you're 10 you can act like that, but not when you're a 2

[XU 87]

Agreed. In fact, I'd rather play Wright St. than ever visit that place again after the way UD treated THEIR OWN former player, Mrs. Mack. Uncool.

And I've heard as a result Mack will never schedule UD again.

[Juice]

Well yeah of course for the fans (just like it was at Fed-Ex Field) the game is still important, but I just think the games are a bit better when the players absolutely hate each other. I love those type of rivalries, granted you could say that's been dying as of late too with AAU teaming up people who go to rival schools and what not. The fans won't ever forget, that's part of fandom.




Honestly, I like having another team other than UC to completely despise, though Seton Hall and Butler sure as hell are doing their part to make me dislike them. I don't know, looking at it, our programs are going in opposite directions, which I'm much more happier with, but I like the rivalry because it reminds me of being in Cintas for the double OT my Freshman year, where I'm buying beers with my fake while my RA is standing next to me. I appreciate the sentimental things, ya know?

All my UD "hatred" has transferred to Butler.

[GoMuskies]

If fairness, we do need to buy them once during the Trump administration.

[drudy23]

Is that really a bad thing?

It's a fun game.

Are you against fun?

Would you rather watch Rider? Play the game.

What's the point of hating them if you can no longer beat them? That's the joy...why take that away?

[waggy]

Why not just go back to the A10?

[GIMMFD]

Why not just go back to the A10?

Well I think that's a completely different argument, I don't think any fan would trade sentiment in match-ups that were formed in the A-10 for a spot in the Big East. UD however is different because of the hate, and the passion of the games. I'd like to play them and keep the rivalry, but I'd much rather them come to Cintas in order for that to happen. Wouldn't you think their athletic department would WANT to try to break the Jimmy Carter streak??

[XMuskieFTW]

Well yeah of course for the fans (just like it was at Fed-Ex Field) the game is still important, but I just think the games are a bit better when the players absolutely hate each other. I love those type of rivalries, granted you could say that's been dying as of late too with AAU teaming up people who go to rival schools and what not. The fans won't ever forget, that's part of fandom.


The players rarely hate eachother. Most of them play AAU together, play during the summer together, etc. This is just something made up by fans to try and intensify a rivalry.

[GIMMFD]

The players rarely hate eachother. Most of them play AAU together, play during the summer together, etc. This is just something made up by fans to try and intensify a rivalry.

Right that's what I'm saying, I think that's a more recent thing though, where 10+ years ago they did legitimately hate each other, but the way AAU has become more booming and popular, it's basically impossible for recruits to truly hate each other unless it's for a complete other reason than school affiliation.

[sirthought]

Could care less about Dayton and can't believe it's still a topic of discussion this many years after joining a new conference and moving on from scheduling them. Lots of teams out there to schedule and we should build our rivalries based on the conference and naturally with the crosstown team.

[nuts4xu]

Ask Greg Christopher about playing UD, and he will give you a straight forward answer.

There is little incentive to play UD, especially at the Dump. I really don't see them on our schedule unless it is an early season tourney. If our last matchup is any indication (30 point beat down) I don't think they provide the same challenge as in previous years. I have no problem bringing them in for a bye game, but there is no reason to play them on their home floor.

[JTG]

Could care less about Dayton and can't believe it's still a topic of discussion this many years after joining a new conference and moving on from scheduling them. Lots of teams out there to schedule and we should build our rivalries based on the conference and naturally with the crosstown team.

This !

[muskiefan82]

I'd rather build a rivalry with NKU than EVER travel up to that flippin' place again. Ever.

[X-ceptional]

Back to the tweets! Just click and relive the THUNDERDUNK! (Note, watching with sound increases the enjoyment level X-ponentially.)


https://twitter.com/jpmacura/status/907317197902675968

[Tardy Turtle]

bringing them in for a bye game

http://s2.quickmeme.com/img/8c/8c32c8ec35c84393905f519267c18abc943ebd7c731fc21363 c0ec6b64e8ea53.jpg

[X-ceptional]

#BIGEASThoop @BIGEASTMBB
Sep 12 (https://twitter.com/BIGEASTMBB/status/907645354404925446)

2017-18 #BIGEASThoops Schedule

84 of the 90 games will include at least 1 team that made the 2017 NCAA Tournament

[GIMMFD]

I'd rather build a rivalry with NKU than EVER travel up to that flippin' place again. Ever.

Honestly, with the way that program is looking at its building stages right now, they could be a solid mid-major soon. I would not even remotely be shocked.

[X-band '01]

#BIGEASThoop @BIGEASTMBB
Sep 12 (https://twitter.com/BIGEASTMBB/status/907645354404925446)

2017-18 #BIGEASThoops Schedule

84 of the 90 games will include at least 1 team that made the 2017 NCAA Tournament

That's because the round robin of St. John's, DePaul and Georgetown take up the other 6. Those must have been fun games for FS2 and CBS Sports Network to fight over.

[UCGRAD4X]

Back to the tweets! Just click and relive the THUNDERDUNK! (Note, watching with sound increases the enjoyment level X-ponentially.)

https://twitter.com/jpmacura/status/907317197902675968

The reaction of the bench is priceless. If that isn't an indication of how the players feel about Butler.....

[X-ceptional]

All of the jersey reveal tweets have been great, but I'm a particular fan of Crawford's:

Xavier Basketball‏
@XavierMBB
16 hours ago (https://twitter.com/XavierMBB/status/909905730295222272)

When you see those home whites in the NCAA Tournament you know you've had quite the regular season.
The Tradition.
@jcraw55
@nikebasketball

The whole video in the tweet is good, but this layup? I'll never forget it... absolutely sick.
https://i.imgur.com/0pNiwPT.gif

[X-ceptional]

Another great video from Mario:

Mario Mercurio
@MarioMercurio
14 hours ago (https://twitter.com/MarioMercurio/status/909944469784600576)

Working (with many others) to digitize @XavierMBB's tape library. Couldn't resist pulling this clip when I saw the file hit Dropbox today.

[bobbiemcgee]

Chris Mack: Trevon Bluiett is "right there" among the best players I've ever coached. STORY @FanRagSports:
https://www.fanragsports.com/rothstein-xavier-coach-says-bluiett-among-best-hes-ever-coached/

Jon Rothstein‏ tweets:

Greetings from the Cintas Center. Here for Xavier practice. The door is open for the Musketeers in the Big East.

Early prediction on Xavier's starting five: Quentin Goodin, J.P. Macura, Trevon Bluiett, Kaiser Gates, Tyrique Jones.

Palpable buzz at Xavier regarding freshman wing Naji Marshall. Athletic wing will allow Musketeers to go small with Trevon Bluiett at PF.
The biggest surprise here today at Xavier? How well Paul Scruggs is shooting the basketball. Could add a different dynamic if this keeps up.

So much Goran Suton (left handed version) in Kerem Kanter....

Kerem Kanter reminds me of former Michigan State big man Goran Suton. Skilled big men that can really step away from the basket. Face up 5.

Xavier's makeup isn't exactly the same as it was two years ago, but Musketeers' potential is comparable. Look like a legit 2-3 seed.

Two big physical impressions from Xavier: 1. J.P. Macura has added 10 pounds of muscle 2. Trevon Bluiett is in the best shape of his life

Tyrique Jones is among the most physically imposing people I've ever seen in my entire life. Must have been left off the Mitchell Report.

[UCGRAD4X]

Chris Mack: Trevon Bluiett is "right there" among the best players I've ever coached. STORY @FanRagSports:
https://www.fanragsports.com/rothstein-xavier-coach-says-bluiett-among-best-hes-ever-coached/

Jon Rothstein‏ tweets:

Greetings from the Cintas Center. Here for Xavier practice. The door is open for the Musketeers in the Big East.

Early prediction on Xavier's starting five: Quentin Goodin, J.P. Macura, Trevon Bluiett, Kaiser Gates, Tyrique Jones.

Palpable buzz at Xavier regarding freshman wing Naji Marshall. Athletic wing will allow Musketeers to go small with Trevon Bluiett at PF.
The biggest surprise here today at Xavier? How well Paul Scruggs is shooting the basketball. Could add a different dynamic if this keeps up.

So much Goran Suton (left handed version) in Kerem Kanter....

Kerem Kanter reminds me of former Michigan State big man Goran Suton. Skilled big men that can really step away from the basket. Face up 5.

Xavier's makeup isn't exactly the same as it was two years ago, but Musketeers' potential is comparable. Look like a legit 2-3 seed.

Two big physical impressions from Xavier: 1. J.P. Macura has added 10 pounds of muscle 2. Trevon Bluiett is in the best shape of his life

Tyrique Jones is among the most physically imposing people I've ever seen in my entire life. Must have been left off the Mitchell Report.

Great information and interesting article. Exciting to think of the possibilities. Can the season start already?!?!?!

Hearing about Jones and Kanter, and knowing Big Irish will still be in the mix makes me feel good about the guys closest to the hoop (not sure about next year though).

[bobbiemcgee]

"Palpable buzz at Xavier"...... Glad to hear things haven't changed much since I left 50 yrs. ago.

[GIMMFD]

"Palpable buzz at Xavier"...... Glad to hear things haven't changed much since I left 50 yrs. ago.

Well we won't get the brand recognition as the blue bloods, but every single year we're improving our profile, and more people are taking notice. When I meet new people and tell them I went to Xavier for undergrad, they now say "Damn, basketball games must have been awesome there!!" Building a national brand takes time, and with the way our performance has gone in the last decade or so, we're slowly creeping up. It's improving year by year, so just sit back and enjoy it. We're creating a monster right now with solid recruiting classes, and impressive tournament wins. It's only a matter of time before we kick down the door to the Final 4, and I can realistically say I expect a Xavier national championship in my lifetime. I like the stages we're at, we're not at the "bandwagon" stage yet, but we're improving and gaining more fans each year. I'm excited to see what the future holds.

[usfldan]

https://twitter.com/jpmacura/status/937038063343230977

[94GRAD]

https://twitter.com/RetireFiftyTu/status/938868712186286084

[xu82]

https://twitter.com/RetireFiftyTu/status/938868712186286084

That is pretty impressive.

[94GRAD]

https://twitter.com/BIGEASTMBB/status/938874539340992512

[bleedXblue]

https://twitter.com/RetireFiftyTu/status/938868712186286084

I wonder how many games Lil Mick has played against 300+ rpi teams in the last 8 years?

If I had to guess, I would say at least 10.

[94GRAD]

3 this year alone

[MuskieXU]

UC has played in 20 RPI games with opponents 300+ since 08/09

[Masterofreality]

What was THE Presbyterian Blue Hose when they beat SucKS?

[bleedXblue]

What was THE Presbyterian Blue Hose when they beat SucKS?

A classic that I still remind my UC buddies about. That one is hard to get away from......the Blue Hose. LOL........

[Steve A]

What was THE Presbyterian Blue Hose when they beat SucKS?

The answer to your question is 246th. http://warrennolan.com/basketball/2012/schedule/Presbyterian-College

UC was the only top 200 team they beat that season.

[American X]

Edmond Sumner posting video of his rehab with Darnell Williams tweeting back his encouragement - https://twitter.com/EdmondSumner/status/941306946904297472

[paulxu]

Went right out and bought a Maserati!

[Juice]

Went right out and bought a Maserati!

I didn't know two way deals got you that kind of money.

[joe titan]

Edmond Sumner posting video of his rehab with Darnell Williams tweeting back his encouragement - https://twitter.com/EdmondSumner/status/941306946904297472

As did Titan Rasheed Philips.

[94GRAD]

https://twitter.com/CounterMoonbat/status/942789755447795712

[XU-PA]

https://twitter.com/BrianGrantOrg/status/943219730143309825

Almost in tears, and remembering what a great player Brian was, and what a great man Mr Grant is.

[X-ceptional]

Boos give Naji life (sound on for greatest effect)

https://twitter.com/XavierGameday/status/944422981228363777

[Lloyd Braun]

A peek (https://mobile.twitter.com/jalenjuice4/status/944427299398733830?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc% 5Eios%7Ctwgr%5Eother) into Xavier recruiting

[bobbiemcgee]

https://twitter.com/XavierMBB/status/944603876518440961

[usfldan]

https://twitter.com/XavierMBB/status/944603876518440961

Who is the third #Roadkill?
1. Wisconsin
2. Northern Iowa
3. ???
GW? Isn't that a NeutralKill?

[BandAid]

Who is the third #Roadkill?
1. Wisconsin
2. Northern Iowa
3. ???
GW? Isn't that a NeutralKill?

The possum the bus hit on the way to the airport

[waggy]

The possum the bus hit on the way to the airport

Still a better win than anything on UC's schedule.

Yes I am drunk.

[UCGRAD4X]

Still a better win than anything on UC's schedule.

Yes I am drunk.

I'm so proud of you!

Wraggy with your nose so bright.....

Merry Christmas to all!

[SemajParlor]

GOAT

https://twitter.com/jpmacura/status/948394319366500352

[BandAid]

GOAT

https://twitter.com/jpmacura/status/948394319366500352

JP takes trolling to a new level. I love it.

[Masterofreality]

JP takes trolling to a new level. I love it.

That was a Nuclear f-ing Tweet by JP. Totally understated but deathly effective. :tonguewag:

[MarvAlbert]

https://twitter.com/Graham_Couch/status/947234442741010433

I didn't realize the sports writer for Open Mouth, Insert Foot Gazette got an AP vote

[X-band '01]

He's been an AP voter for quite some time.

[STL_XUfan]

He's been an AP voter for quite some time.

https://twitter.com/Graham_Couch/status/947234442741010433 This tweet from him aged well:

"Conference road games are a bear, but what Butler is doing to Villanova wouldn't happen to MSU or Duke. It's not Nova's resume is better than either of those teams, either. That Nova is No. 1 is an example of a trendy team getting votes. And once you're 1, no one looks closer."

[bleedXblue]

https://twitter.com/Graham_Couch/status/947234442741010433 This tweet from him aged well:

"Conference road games are a bear, but what Butler is doing to Villanova wouldn't happen to MSU or Duke. It's not Nova's resume is better than either of those teams, either. That Nova is No. 1 is an example of a trendy team getting votes. And once you're 1, no one looks closer."

Considering the success Nova has had in the last 5 years, this is an idiotic tweet.....just ridiculous

[nuts4xu]

THE CLASSIEST #1 JUSTIN CAGE FAN @muskiefan3
—I'll never forget snipe coming to the board for parenting advice on how to handle catching his son looking at porn. that was an all-timer.
1/17/18 8:15pm

[UCGRAD4X]

https://twitter.com/Graham_Couch/status/947234442741010433 This tweet from him aged well:

"Conference road games are a bear, but what Butler is doing to Villanova wouldn't happen to MSU or Duke. It's not Nova's resume is better than either of those teams, either. That Nova is No. 1 is an example of a trendy team getting votes. And once you're 1, no one looks closer."

TRENDY? It's not like they were reigning National Champions just last season!

[UCGRAD4X]

THE CLASSIEST #1 JUSTIN CAGE FAN @muskiefan3
—I'll never forget snipe coming to the board for parenting advice on how to handle catching his son looking at porn. that was an all-timer.
1/17/18 8:15pm

So, what did your daddy do?

[GoMuskies]

FWIW, Graham Couch DID vote Villanova #1 this week. He kept Dook #2, though.

[bleedXblue]

FWIW, Graham Couch DID vote Villanova #1 this week. He kept Dook #2, though.

dropped us from 5th to 14th.........yeah, ok

[X-band '01]

Couch is winning the lowest rated ballot by a landslide this week.

[GenerationX]

THE CLASSIEST #1 JUSTIN CAGE FAN @muskiefan3
—I'll never forget snipe coming to the board for parenting advice on how to handle catching his son looking at porn. that was an all-timer.
1/17/18 8:15pm

Is this a premonition?

[GIMMFD]

https://twitter.com/Danagardens/status/950511092626870272

God I love JP.

[X-band '01]

So, what did your daddy do?

Told him how to find the safe sites!

[STL_XUfan]

Told him how to find the safe sites!
Son, Google is for research, Bing is for porn.

[nuts4xu]

Dwayne West‏ @garnerroad
--Last night against the Denver Nuggets marked @D_West30 1000th NBA game played. Only 127 players in the history of the league has done that. So proud of my brother. #Blessed #BuiltByDesign #WorldChampToo

[nuts4xu]

Suggestion For This Thread: Some folks on the board do not have a twitter account. When you want to share a tweet, it would be helpful to copy and paste the actual words. If you post a link, a segment of the posters are out of the loop.

[GoMuskies]

You don't need a Twitter account to view tweets.

[nuts4xu]

You don't need a Twitter account to view tweets.

Well then, disregard my last comment. Carry on....

[GIMMFD]

@XavierMBB:
Opposing Student Sections - 0
JP Macura - ∞

https://twitter.com/XavierMBB/status/954831984769069056

Well played Mario, well played.

[bobbiemcgee]

https://twitter.com/XavierMSOC/status/955163853381361664

[X-band '01]

Duracell Went Legend (https://twitter.com/Duracell/status/960352900546547712)

[GoMuskies]

Duracell Went Legend (https://twitter.com/Duracell/status/960352900546547712)

Most amazing is that this came out of nowhere. Most of Duracell's tweets from the last 6 months have been in Spanish directed at the people of Puerto Rico post hurricane. And then this. Amazing.

[94GRAD]

CLASS!


https://twitter.com/MitchXU/status/960985724903452676

[GIMMFD]

Classy as ever JP.

https://twitter.com/XavierMBB/status/961057020232204289

[X-ceptional]

https://twitter.com/PeteXU/status/961055643728740352

https://i.imgur.com/YKLnP8x.gif

[JAPER]

https://twitter.com/PeteXU/status/961055643728740352

https://i.imgur.com/YKLnP8x.gif

Is that a zipper I see before me?

[drudy23]

Classy as ever JP.

https://twitter.com/XavierMBB/status/961057020232204289

This could go down as the greatest Xavier tweet of all time.

[Steve A]

JP also retweeted his own tweet of "The Xavier Way" from the last time they beat Butler. That guy is a freaking legend.

[Smails]

JP also retweeted his own tweet of "The Xavier Way" from the last time they beat Butler. That guy is a freaking legend.

I'm not sure if I have ever seen one player troll another program more effectively than JP to Butler. Short, subtle messages that absolutely make their collective heads explode

[GIMMFD]

I'm not sure if I have ever seen one player troll another program more effectively than JP to Butler. Short, subtle messages that absolutely make their collective heads explode

Just the amount of hate people have for JP is so satisfying, he just knows how to get under people's skins.. and he does an exceptionally well job of that against Butler. Thunderdunk, tweets, sipping from the water fountain.. I love our asshole.

[Muskie]

Just the amount of hate people have for JP is so satisfying, he just knows how to get under people's skins.. and he does an exceptionally well job of that against Butler. Thunderdunk, tweets, sipping from the water fountain.. I love our asshole.

I wish sometimes he would focus on his game. Tonight was not one of his better performances.


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[GIMMFD]

I wish sometimes he would focus on his game. Tonight was not one of his better performances.


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He's hit a bit of lull, but we've seen what Seniors do when it's down to their last few games, don't have to go far for examples in James Farr and Malcolm Bernard, I have full faith JP is gonna get this ship righted, and will be out there performing up to his usual standards.

[Smails]

I wish sometimes he would focus on his game. Tonight was not one of his better performances.


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JP is in a slump...I highly doubt it has anything with a lack of focus. If anything I'm happy to see him celebrating the victory and not crying in his beer.

[xu82]

JP is in a slump...I highly doubt it has anything with a lack of focus. If anything I'm happy to see him celebrating the victory and not crying in his beer.

Especially on the bench. That would look bad to the young guys.

Peak in March, I’m all in on JP. He’s too good to not finish strong! Love that guy!

He’s single handedly won us a bunch of games this year. This is the glory of being so deep. He doesn’t have to do it every night. Keep fighting, JP! Your time will come again!

[bobbiemcgee]

Bring in Bernard to have a chat with him.

[bourbonman]

PREDICTION: "The season isn't over until JP says it's over." Love this dude.

[Masterofreality]

PREDICTION: "The season isn't over until JP says it's over." Love this dude.

JP will have tons of family in Omaha this weekend. (Important programming note- I will be there too :-) )
I predict he has a big game. He loves road venues and he loves showing in front of his family.

Get ready for the Mac-rowave on Saturday.

[X-ceptional]

Three years ago today...

https://twitter.com/XavierMBB/status/961336053138411520?s=17

:eek:

[xukeith]

Where was Bluiett as a frosh in that game? Macura was there as was Dee Davis, Reynolds, Stainbrook.

[X-ceptional]

Where was Bluiett as a frosh in that game? Macura was there as was Dee Davis, Reynolds, Stainbrook.

Third player from right on the bench. Sean, Remy, then Tre2k

ETA: Just a quiet 19 from him that game... What a frosh

[Lloyd Braun]

15 years ago (https://twitter.com/xaviermbb/status/961635368977215489)...


Last paragraph in the game recap after DFW drops 47 and 18:

"He's crafty and he takes what the defense gives him,'' Dayton
forward Nate Green said. "He had the refs on his side, but he's
got to be somewhat talented -- he dropped 45-50 on us.''

[XUFan09]

15 years ago (https://twitter.com/xaviermbb/status/961635368977215489)...


Last paragraph in the game recap after DFW drops 47 and 18:

"He's crafty and he takes what the defense gives him,'' Dayton
forward Nate Green said. "He had the refs on his side, but he's
got to be somewhat talented -- he dropped 45-50 on us.''

What? I mean, "somewhat talented"? Lol.

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[GoMuskies]

In watching later Flyer teams, master of understatement Nate Green called Jimmy Binnie "somewhat of a traffic cone".

[bobbiemcgee]

In watching later Flyer teams, master of understatement Nate Green called Jimmy Binnie "somewhat of a traffic cone".

Maybe one of my favorite sports quotes of all time.

[bobbiemcgee]

https://twitter.com/slrussell

[nuts4xu]

@LanceMcAlister

"Let's face it....if you say you wouldn't want J.P. Macura on your team you are not being truthful.
#Xavier"

-- 11:18 AM - 9 Feb 2018

[nuts4xu]

You don't need a Twitter account to view tweets.

True, and come to think about it, my suggestion to include the tweet in a post is me being lazy. I dabbled in pacifism (not in Nam of course), and it isn't a good look on me.

Rather than click a link to take me to the quote, I just want to read it. I copy and paste mine, and it seems to be my laziest option. I own it, this is me wanting my messageboard life to be even easier. If you want me to help me with this, great. If not, that's cool too.

[GoMuskies]

https://twitter.com/oilygemini/status/963280608045817856

[American X]

IT'S GAMEDAY! (https://twitter.com/FakeBlueBlob/status/964842418897027072)

#BeatNova (https://twitter.com/XU_Xtreme_Fans/status/964726646963130368)

#RevengeTour (https://twitter.com/NorwoodHardwood/status/964654137626562560)

[UCGRAD4X]

IT'S GAMEDAY! (https://twitter.com/FakeBlueBlob/status/964842418897027072)

#BeatNova (https://twitter.com/XU_Xtreme_Fans/status/964726646963130368)

#RevengeTour (https://twitter.com/NorwoodHardwood/status/964654137626562560)

Revenge is a dish best served LOUD!!!!!

See you, or better yet, hear you at the game.

[bobbiemcgee]

Quentin Goodin
‏
I'd like to thank everyone who were concern, worried, or think about me and also I'd like to express my gratitude to those who took the time to pray for me when I got hurt during our last game. God saved me
#RoadKill

[Lloyd Braun]

Quentin Goodin
‏
I'd like to thank everyone who were concern, worried, or think about me and also I'd like to express my gratitude to those who took the time to pray for me when I got hurt during our last game. God saved me
#RoadKill

Miracle 1....Only two more miracles until Q is candidate for sainthood.

[American X]

Quentin Goodin
‏
I'd like to thank everyone who were concern, worried, or think about me and also I'd like to express my gratitude to those who took the time to pray for me when I got hurt during our last game. God saved me
#RoadKill


Miracle 1....Only two more miracles until Q is candidate for sainthood.

Proving that God is a Xavier fan and Georgetown is no longer a Catholic university.

(tosses match on gasoline, walks away)

[xavierj]

Wow. Never seen a local reporter take a shot like this before, especially in regards to a UC coach. Good for him.

https://mobile.twitter.com/FOX19Jeremy/status/968551601945436160

[D-West & PO-Z]

Wow. Never seen a local reporter take a shot like this before, especially in regards to a UC coach. Good for him.

https://mobile.twitter.com/FOX19Jeremy/status/968551601945436160

Wow that is awesome!

[X-band '01]

Brad Johansen Interviews Chris and Christi Mack (https://twitter.com/Local12/status/968646934394269697)

My guess is that Mack saw himself wearing white and was afraid he looked like Mick Cronin. Could easily see JP telling him to F off by mistake.

[drudy23]

Wow. Never seen a local reporter take a shot like this before, especially in regards to a UC coach. Good for him.

https://mobile.twitter.com/FOX19Jeremy/status/968551601945436160

I will make it a point to watch fox19 sports more often. This is amazing.

[xu82]

Wow. Never seen a local reporter take a shot like this before, especially in regards to a UC coach. Good for him.

https://mobile.twitter.com/FOX19Jeremy/status/968551601945436160

HA! Looks like old Cody has some issues! I wonder if he’s the drunk at Arthurs who wanted to interrupt my dinner for a brawl because I was wearing X gear? His wife dragged him out before the police could arrive. There is a “type”.

[XUGRAD80]

Brad Johansen Interviews Chris and Christi Mack (https://twitter.com/Local12/status/968646934394269697)

My guess is that Mack saw himself wearing white and was afraid he looked like Mick Cronin. Could easily see JP telling him to F off by mistake.

Hilarious! Can’t imagine hardly any other coach that would have done this and played it so well....:)

[bjf123]

Kudos to Christi for looking so serious through the whole thing.


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[GoMuskies]

Not sure I've ever heard her voice before that. Definitely some Shively in her (for those who know Louisville).

[GIMMFD]

Brad Johansen Interviews Chris and Christi Mack (https://twitter.com/Local12/status/968646934394269697)

My guess is that Mack saw himself wearing white and was afraid he looked like Mick Cronin. Could easily see JP telling him to F off by mistake.

Haha that was a great segment, I love that Mack can be pretty damn humorous at times while being so serious about the program and his team, nice to see that side of him every now and again. Also wow his wife 100% deserves an award for that acting, had me rolling.

[X-band '01]

Hilarious! Can’t imagine hardly any other coach that would have done this and played it so well....:)


Haha that was a great segment, I love that Mack can be pretty damn humorous at times while being so serious about the program and his team, nice to see that side of him every now and again. Also wow his wife 100% deserves an award for that acting, had me rolling.

The background music also added drama to that segment.

[Lloyd Braun]

Savage

https://twitter.com/xaviernation/status/969026752965201920

[XUFan09]

Savage

https://twitter.com/xaviernation/status/969026752965201920I started cracking up at this. Just perfect.

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[kmcrawfo]

Someone snapped this photo of my son and placed it on Xavier's Instagram page.

https://twitter.com/KevinCrawfordMD/status/969554327802204160?s=19

[xudash]

Someone snapped this photo of my son and placed it on Xavier's Instagram page.

https://twitter.com/KevinCrawfordMD/status/969554327802204160?s=19

Love it!

[Lloyd Braun]

Haha (https://twitter.com/clubtrillion/status/970376930670166021)

[American X]

Ramblers Meet Titanic Hoops (https://twitter.com/TitanicHoops/status/974398960818446345)

[nuts4xu]

Shannon Russell
@jpmacura took an elbow to the face at practice and has a a black eye (left eye). Macura said he didn't "remember" who did it but jokingly promised to "get 'em back."

[nuts4xu]

This C-Paw will be replaced by an X later. UC and Xavier are sharing the same locker room in Nashville. But security will make sure one team is long gone before the other arrives

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DYVwIAWXkAIDnhC.jpg

[Masterofreality]

Someone snapped this photo of my son and placed it on Xavier's Instagram page.

https://twitter.com/KevinCrawfordMD/status/969554327802204160?s=19

Probably Cliffy Ballgame. :laugh:

[KabeX]

This C-Paw will be replaced by an X later. UC and Xavier are sharing the same locker room in Nashville. But security will make sure one team is long gone before the other arrives

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DYVwIAWXkAIDnhC.jpg

I would just point out my signature. Enough said.

[xnatic03]

Shannon Russell
@jpmacura took an elbow to the face at practice and has a a black eye (left eye). Macura said he didn't "remember" who did it but jokingly promised to "get 'em back."

Who wants to bet that Cronin will try to take credit for it?

[TUclutch]

Can anyone explain the tweets about the running man jerseys that were stolen and then restolen at Dana's? Were they stolen from the wall at Danas? Stolen from the cintas center? Odd story that is tough to follow on twitter

[American X]

Strong Work By PCU Supporting Coach Cooley & The Friars (https://twitter.com/providencecol/status/974639180897767426)

[BandAid]

Strong Work By PCU Supporting Coach Cooley & The Friars (https://twitter.com/providencecol/status/974639180897767426)

That is great

[KabeX]

Ahhhh. Poor little guy...

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/why-butler-blue-iii-the-adorable-bulldog-mascot-cant-attend-ncaa-tournament-games/

[nuts4xu]

Can anyone explain the tweets about the running man jerseys that were stolen and then restolen at Dana's? Were they stolen from the wall at Danas? Stolen from the cintas center? Odd story that is tough to follow on twitter

Apparently we didn’t wear the running man uniforms today because there were a few that went missing between when we left NYC and when we left for Nashville. From what I can gather, the morons who stole the jerseys felt the need to show the, off at Dana’s last night. It seems some noble young coed stole one of the jerseys back, and they are trying to convince the dumb ass to bring the rest of the stolen goods back to Dana’s.

[X-ceptional]

It's a scorer's game!


Jordan Crawford
@jcraw55

Yes you need great defense to win games.. but they do not put up points on scoreboard for stops lol

[mistabeecee41]

not going to lie, I was terrified about this. Glad it wasn’t us!

https://twitter.com/barstoolbigcat/status/974849391486959621?s=21

[X-ceptional]

Also, from the freezing cold takes department...

Seth Davis
@SethDavisHoops

Virginia. Sharpie.

9:36 PM · Mar 16, 2018

[GIMMFD]

I think our guys are motivated, and have some bulletin board material:

https://twitter.com/TrevonBluiett/status/974867104657825792

[D-West & PO-Z]

Also, from the freezing cold takes department...

Seth Davis
@SethDavisHoops

Virginia. Sharpie.

9:36 PM · Mar 16, 2018

Might be my favorite twitter account. (coldtakes that is, def not Seth Davis)

[American X]

Sister Jean Enjoys The Tears Of Children (https://twitter.com/TheClemReport/status/975165027362770944)

[STL_XUfan]

Chances this tweet is hanging in the Wolfpack locker room:

https://twitter.com/DuBoisUC/status/974743283766382593

[GoMuskies]

Chances this tweet is hanging in the Wolfpack locker room:

https://twitter.com/DuBoisUC/status/974743283766382593

Those shirts are going to look pretty sweet on some Haitian kids in a few weeks.

[D-West & PO-Z]

Those shirts are going to look pretty sweet on some Haitian kids in a few weeks.

Ugh, lets hope so. C'mon Nevada!!!

[bobbiemcgee]

Xavier 247 Retweeted Cov Cath
Xavier commit Jake Walter is a state champ. The big man was 3-for-3 from the field with 6 points and 5 rebounds in the state finals.

[X-ceptional]

Chances this tweet is hanging in the Wolfpack locker room:

https://twitter.com/DuBoisUC/status/974743283766382593

Hahahahaha hahahahahahahahahhahahahahaha

[BandAid]

Hahahahaha hahahahahahahahahhahahahahaha

Already taken down! Did anyone screenshot it?

[GIMMFD]

Already taken down! Did anyone screenshot it?

This is the closest I got to it.. https://twitter.com/Macmallough/status/975527521931464704

[Juice]

Already taken down! Did anyone screenshot it?

https://twitter.com/BarstoolReags/status/975529380545007616

[Masterofreality]

2267

[paulxu]

Jp Macura
‏Verified account @jpmacura

Thank you for believing in me and giving me the opportunities you did. Thank you for the time you spent and the life lessons you helped me understand. You will always be my Coach and I wish you nothing but the best!! @CoachChrisMack
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DZU6SjiVAAAtMEp.jpg:large

[X Factor]

https://twitter.com/ericcrawford/status/978797408363696128?s=21

This is funny.

[Masterofreality]

https://twitter.com/ericcrawford/status/978797408363696128?s=21

This is funny.

And Mack agreed to go to work at that Cesspool Circus.

Have fun, sir.

[ArizonaXUGrad]

Yeah, I just can’t help thinking that Louisville in utter chaos. Here is a school unwilling to fire a guy for hookers, nailing his equipment manager’s wife, and it took the FBI to get them to move. They even rehired their own retread adulterous coach. This just would not be a job I would consider.


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[X Factor]

Paul Biancardi
Basketball Recruiting

Romeo Langford the no.5 prospect in the class of 2018 is not entertaining an offer from Louisville. He staying with his three schools: Kansas,Indiana and Vanderbilt. Tim Langford (Romeo's father) tells ESPN.

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[bobbiemcgee]

Paul Biancardi
Basketball Recruiting

Romeo Langford the no.5 prospect in the class of 2018 is not entertaining an offer from Louisville. He staying with his three schools: Kansas,Indiana and Vanderbilt. Tim Langford (Romeo's father) tells ESPN.

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4h

It was fake news. He got an offer from a phantom coach.

[bobbiemcgee]

https://twitter.com/ericcrawford/status/978797408363696128?s=21

This is funny.

Hilarious responses.

[bobbiemcgee]

https://sportsnaut.com/2018/03/louisville-spokesman-smothers-news-of-chris-mack-hire-with-wet-blanket/

[X Factor]

Is there a way to embed tweets so we can just see them in the thread without clicking the link?

[LadyMuskie]

https://sportsnaut.com/2018/03/louisville-spokesman-smothers-news-of-chris-mack-hire-with-wet-blanket/

I'm sure he'll get the job, but I hope he's nervous as hell right now wondering what the hell is going on.

[bjf123]

I'm sure he'll get the job, but I hope he's nervous as hell right now wondering what the hell is going on.

All that really means is the contract hasn’t been signed, though it is fun to imagine something more sinister.


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[GoMuskies]

All that really means is the contract hasn’t been signed, though it is fun to imagine something more sinister.


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No, I think it's more the fact that it hasn't been approved by the Board that is the issue here. Would normally be a rubber stamp, but Louisville's Board has has some major dysfunction.

[D-West & PO-Z]

Why would they block the hire at this point? It isn't like they offered Mack 10 years for 50 or 60 million. He isnt getting stupid crazy money which surprised me.

Just a power struggle or something?

[BandAid]

Why would they block the hire at this point? It isn't like they offered Mack 10 years for 50 or 60 million. He isnt getting stupid crazy money which surprised me.

Just a power struggle or something?

Yup, you know, the kind of stuff you see at a healthy, well-run organization.

[MITTENMUSKIE16]

Yup, you know, the kind of stuff you see at a healthy, well-run organization.

Seriously. If I'm Mack, and I see that, I'm already thinking what the hell did I get myself into... and the damn contract hasn't even been signed. Seems like a fun place to work.

[UCGRAD4X]

I wouldn't have him back if this (as unlikely as that scenario would take place) fell through.

He f'ed us up the poop shoot, good riddance to bad rubbish

[MITTENMUSKIE16]

Unfortunately, it won't fall through. Not unfortunate because I want Coach Mack back (maybe in a few years I won't have those same sentiments), but unfortunate because it would make his move to such a freaking mess that much sweeter to us. I can't believe he's only getting 4M...

[xnatic03]

Unfortunately, it won't fall through. Not unfortunate because I want Coach Mack back (maybe in a few years I won't have those same sentiments), but unfortunate because it would make his move to such a freaking mess that much sweeter to us. I can't believe he's only getting 4M...

4 million likely doesn't include all the incentives and shoe money that he will get. My guess is he is looking at north of $6 mil a year or more. That IS a significant boost.

[Cheesehead]

4 million likely doesn't include all the incentives and shoe money that he will get. My guess is he is looking at north of $6 mil a year or more. That IS a significant boost.

yes, there are bonuses and incentives. Don't believe the 4 mil figure

[bobbiemcgee]

Seriously. If I'm Mack, and I see that, I'm already thinking what the hell did I get myself into... and the damn contract hasn't even been signed. Seems like a fun place to work.

technically unemployed this morning - ha

[letskeepitreal]

technically unemployed this morning - ha

And making calls for his soon to be employer. I would kinda chuckle if he got screwed. Will show one to never knock a good thing!

[xu82]

I came here for some happy news. This has fallen short.....

[paulxu]

Shannon Russell Retweeted
Xavier Basketball
‏Verified account @XavierMBB
5h5 hours ago

To one of us. From all of us.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DZZbZJuVAAAT6yQ.jpg

[LadyMuskie]

Shannon Russell Retweeted
Xavier Basketball
‏Verified account @XavierMBB
5h5 hours ago

To one of us. From all of us.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DZZbZJuVAAAT6yQ.jpg

Ugh. No. Not all of us. Maybe some day, just not right now.

[Xville]

Shannon Russell Retweeted
Xavier Basketball
‏Verified account @XavierMBB
5h5 hours ago

To one of us. From all of us.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DZZbZJuVAAAT6yQ.jpg

I'm sorry but what the f are we thanking him for? This is lame.

[paulxu]

I'm sorry but what the f are we thanking him for? This is lame.

Actually the point of my posting XU's Men BB tweet was that I thought it showed what a class program we have.

On him leaving, I'm just as mad as anyone (but maybe understand it more than some; who knows).
It's a damn tough pill to swallow. I hope we have someone in place soon, so that some stability returns to the program, and they can get to work building for next year.

[GoMuskies]

I'm sorry but what the f are we thanking him for? This is lame.

Perhaps we're thanking him for leaving because our next coach will be better.

[JTG]

Actually the point of my posting XU's Men BB tweet was that I thought it showed what a class program we have.

On him leaving, I'm just as mad as anyone (but maybe understand it more than some; who knows).
It's a damn tough pill to swallow. I hope we have someone in place soon, so that some stability returns to the program, and they can get to work building for next year.

Agree, it was a classy move by X. Most of us operate in the business world, where there are no compete clauses. We change jobs,but we don't gut the staff. We don't call all our old company's prospective employees to talk them out of joining that company, and coming with us. Coaches are a different deal, and it sucks.

[xu82]

Agree, it was a classy move by X. Most of us operate in the business world, where there are no compete clauses. We change jobs,but we don't gut the staff. We don't call all our old company's prospective employees to talk them out of joining that company, and coming with us. Coaches are a different deal, and it sucks.

Pay them very well, but make the buy out a poison pill.

Literally.


I hope we/I get past this dark stuff soon as we start to rebuild.

[paulxu]

In Mack's new contract there is a one time bonus payment (grossed up) for him to pay off the buyout with Xavier.

[Steve A]

On the what I hope is good news thread, Mario “liked” my tweet abou him hopefully coming back next year. Let’s hope that means something.

[GoMuskies]

In Mack's new contract there is a one time bonus payment (grossed up) for him to pay off the buyout with Xavier.

Hopefully it's a big bonus!

[kellernr]

Hopefully it's a big bonus!How much was macks buyout?

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[kellernr]

On the what I hope is good news thread, Mario “liked” my tweet abou him hopefully coming back next year. Let’s hope that means something.He's been here since skip. I'm confident he will stay.

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[UCGRAD4X]

He's been here since skip. I'm confident he will stay.

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I would have (and probably have) said the same thing about our former coach (who shall here-to-fore remaine nameless until a suitably disparaging moniker can be established).

[kellernr]

I would have (and probably have) said the same thing about our former coach (who shall here-to-fore remaine nameless until a suitably disparaging moniker can be established).True

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[paulxu]

I don't think the buy-out amount was noted.

[markchal]

On the what I hope is good news thread, Mario “liked” my tweet abou him hopefully coming back next year. Let’s hope that means something.

Could not care less if he goes.

[Masterofreality]

I would have (and probably have) said the same thing about our former coach (who shall here-to-fore remain nameless until a suitably disparaging moniker can be established).

If you're going to use one, I would use Go's suggestion of Sewer Rat. Perfectly appropriate.

[Masterofreality]

Could not care less if he goes.

You should.