Trevon Bluiett - Commit - XAVIER (OFFICIAL)

[paulxu]

All this sort of reminds me of the Lebron nonsense with Cleveland.

[xu 89]

What if he surprised everyone and chose dayton.

[GoMuskies]

What if he surprised everyone and chose dayton.

He'd lose a lot.

[BandAid]

How does one pop for Xavier exactly? This seems potentially dangerous.

It's kinda like what Dez did except with a school instead of a woman...

[JTG]

Well it's 3 pm here in Indy, school day is over...so if he's going to announce...should be anytime..although James Blackmon announced for IU last eve. on ESPNU.

[RealDeal]

Just got a text from his uncle twice removed, he's going to play in Europe. Should be getting more in a few, stay tuned.

[GoMuskies]

James Blackmon announced for IU last eve. on ESPNU.

Didn't James Blackmon announce for IU a couple of years ago? He felt the need to do it again?

[Cheesehead]

I just saw Bluiett at 31 Flavors. He looked pretty sick.

[RealDeal]

Just got a text from his uncle twice removed, he's going to play in Europe. Should be getting more in a few, stay tuned.

Ok, it's confirmed, Kazakhstan.

[PM Thor]

I just saw Bluiett at 31 Flavors. He looked pretty sick.

My best friend's sister's boyfriend's brother's girlfriend heard from this guy who knows this kid who's going with the girl who saw Bluiett pass out at 31 Flavors last night. I guess it's pretty serious

[bobbiemcgee]

Indiana has some long school days.

[XUdenver]

I just saw Bluiett at 31 Flavors. He looked pretty sick.

Awesome. Laughed out loud. Thanks

On a side note, will this drama EVER end....

[paulxu]

Good job Bobbie. You took this baby to 20 pages.

[double00]

As a distraction from the anticipation. Any thoughts on how the scholarship numbers will work with this supposed verbal?

[GoMuskies]

As a distraction from the anticipation. Any thoughts on how the scholarship numbers will work with this supposed verbal?

Christon + someone else. No need to even worry about the someone else. It always works itself out.

[xudash]

As a distraction from the anticipation. Any thoughts on how the scholarship numbers will work with this supposed verbal?

How dare you attempt to distract us from the most distracting recruiting episode in the history of the earth.

[XUdenver]

How dare you attempt to distract us from the most distracting recruiting episode in the history of the earth.

No kidding. I gave up sleep and work for this. However, I did manage to stay on my normal schedule as it relates to drinking, golf, sex and the occassional run to the can.

[casualfan]

Christon + someone else. No need to even worry about the someone else. It always works itself out.

Most people assume the someone else will be Martin going elsewhere for his 5th year, but it could also be that one of the incoming guys doesn't qualify.

[HuskyMuskie]

Odds he doesn't commit today?

+300? +350?

[danaandvictory]

Most people assume the someone else will be Martin going elsewhere for his 5th year, but it could also be that one of the incoming guys doesn't qualify.

With this particular crew, I don't think that's going to be an issue. All are apparently very good students.

[casualfan]

With this particular crew, I don't think that's going to be an issue. All are apparently very good students.

Good to hear. One in particular I had heard isn't the best student, but no need to get into specifics on that.

[Pajama Joe]

X it is!

[paulxu]

Verbal Commits says he verbally committed to X.

[XULucho27]

Verbal Commits says he verbally committed to X.

Vroom Vroom party starter

Time for some of this. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWLIgjB9gGw)

[nuts4xu]

Great finish to a spectacular recruiting class. This commitment is being confirmed by Scout as well.

[Titanxman04]

YEAH BUDDY! Welcome to X, Mr. Bluiett!

[Milhouse]

Simply an amazing get. Speaks VOLUMES about the program.

[Masterofreality]

“@tre_bluiett15: I will be playing my college ball for the next few years at Xavier University. #musketeernation #blessed”

WHOOOOOOOOOOO, F-ing, HOOOOOOOOOOOO!

[JTG]

Just confirmed on 1070thefan in Indy. X it is.

[double00]

Sweet! Great job Mack and Co.

[nuts4xu]

“@tre_bluiett15: I will be playing my college ball for the next few years at Xavier University. #musketeernation #blessed”

WHOOOOOOOOOOO, F-ing, HOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Great day to be a Xavier fan!

[paulxu]

Please change the title of this thread.

[UnCaged]

Please change the title of this thread.

Hear ye, hear ye...welcome to X Mr. B, we look forward to your skillz on the court. (I am a little out of touch with what the younger generation sounds like these days, that's my best attempt from 19 year old me in 1998).

[SixFig]

The freshman five

PG Sumner
SG Macura
SF Bluiett
PF London
C O'Mara

It's no Kentucky but you gotta respect it

[Emp]

Just when I think the Golden Age of Xavier ball may have passed. Winning vs. an Izzo home visit is spectacular.

[xudash]

We got him!!!

[paulxu]

I'm going to guess that X has never had 3 ESPN top 100 recruits in the same class. And Macura is probably right outside at a composite 104.

Congrats to the coaching staff and everyone involved. Hope the commitments hold up, and they are all in uniform this time next year.

[XURunner85]

We have TB and that's a good thing!!!

[X Factor]

I'm going to guess that X has never had 3 ESPN top 100 recruits in the same class. And Macura is probably right outside at a composite 104.

Congrats to the coaching staff and everyone involved. Hope the commitments hold up, and they are all in uniform this time next year.

According to Scout:

Trevon Bluiett. #41
Makinde London #72
JP Macura #89

Edmond Sumner is in the Top 100 on ESPN.

Great class!! O'Mara is a very skilled center too!

[surfxu]

Welcome to the family. X is going to have some guys that can really stretch the floor next year. There's probably a bunch of Michigan State fans saying he's not that good anyway and they didn't really want him blah blah blah... Great job by Mack and crew... big time class coming in.

[xudash]

Welcome to the family. X is going to have some guys that can really stretch the floor next year. There's probably a bunch of Michigan State fans saying he's not that good anyway and they didn't really want him blah blah blah... Great job by Mack and crew... big time class coming in.

Actually, the Butler douche bags are even better, or should I write more bitter. Butler was never going to land this kid because they were already so deep and talented at his position, according to these disgruntled fans. Beyond that, they take the position that Jones is going to eat his lunch for the next couple of years.

And of course, the fans of the LITTLE ENGINE THAT COULD also will begin to chime in about his character soon enough.

[paulxu]

Reps to the mods on title change!

[XU-PA]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7e5Zow8Gch0

it's all there, dunk, stop and pop, back to the basket, spin move to the glass, 3 pointer, step back from inside or outside the arc,,,, wow!

[Muskie]

Our great crisis has ended.

[Xman95]

How does one pop for Xavier exactly? This seems potentially dangerous.

http://media.screened.com/uploads/0/4570/547303-photo.edit_.community.jpeg

[bobbiemcgee]

Steele for President! Don't ever let this guy get away!

Blockbuster Recruiting - like it, Shannon

http://cincinnati.com/blogs/xavier/2013/11/01/trevon-bluiett-picks-xavier/

[Mel Cooley XU'81]

Who is this guy again?

[RealDeal]

I stand by my source, good luck in Europe Trevon!

[vee4xu]

Being in the Big East is paying dividends today and likely many more times in the future.

[XUPhilly04]

And now we can say "Trevon, what the %$#@ took you so long."

The truth is that his commitment just might be a bigger deal for the program than his actual play on the court as he just might be the first recruit we got in large part due to the Big East. In recent memory, I cannot think of a recruit we got that had an offer from Purdue (not counting Jeff Robinson here). Now, all of the sudden, we get a guy with offers from MSU, Memphis, Purdue, and Butler. Hopefully we will start getting into some more competitive recruiting battles with OSU and end the status quo of Madda getting his choice of the top OH recruits.

[Juice]

And now we can say "Trevon, what the %$#@ took you so long."

The truth is that his commitment just might be a bigger deal for the program than his actual play on the court as he just might be the first recruit we got in large part due to the Big East. In recent memory, I cannot think of a recruit we got that had an offer from Purdue (not counting Jeff Robinson here). Now, all of the sudden, we get a guy with offers from MSU, Memphis, Purdue, and Butler. Hopefully we will start getting into some more competitive recruiting battles with OSU and end the status quo of Madda getting his choice of the top OH recruits.

Do you remember Kenny's, Justin Martin's, or Dez's offers? Being in the Big East definitely has helped but X has been getting good players with "better" offers for awhile. That being said, this might be X's best class ever because of it's depth.

[XUPhilly04]

Do you remember Kenny's, Justin Martin's, or Dez's offers? Being in the Big East definitely has helped but X has been getting good players with "better" offers for awhile. That being said, this might be X's best class ever because of it's depth.

Opps, my bad. But with Martin, I thought it was due to grades. I just remember losing many recruiting battles to Purdue, which would tick me off because we have beaten them on a regular basis over the years.

[Nildogg]

I'm just glad this saga is over.

Losing Macura and Bluiett because the Celtics stole our coach sucks, but not as much it does because they went to X.

Really thought he would end up at MSU because of Izzo and being Final Four U, but if there's a silver lining for a Butler fan, its that the Big East gets stronger with him in the league. Just wish it wasn't your program getting stronger.

Will be interesting to see if Mack can put it all together and accomplish something special with this group.

[JAPER]

Congrats to trevon and his family. You've been accepted to an outstanding academic institution. Welcome to the X. Congrats to the staff for all the hard work in the last month. I'm glad his family will be able to watch his games consistently.

[LadyMuskie]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7e5Zow8Gch0

it's all there, dunk, stop and pop, back to the basket, spin move to the glass, 3 pointer, step back from inside or outside the arc,,,, wow!

And, most importantly, he jumps off one foot!

[Cheesehead]

...and it's obvious my mind control worked. You all can buy me a beer at the 'tas.

[paulxu]

We're going to need a better name than the Fab Five.

[Muskie in dayton]

We're going to need a better name than the Fab Five.

The Final Four Five

[Thor in 204]

I'm just glad this saga is over.

Losing Macura and Bluiett because the Celtics stole our coach sucks, but not as much it does because they went to X.

Really thought he would end up at MSU because of Izzo and being Final Four U, but if there's a silver lining for a Butler fan, its that the Big East gets stronger with him in the league. Just wish it wasn't your program getting stronger.

Will be interesting to see if Mack can put it all together and accomplish something special with this group.

Want to compliment Nildog for his/her straightforwardness. Perhaps most Butler fans are like Bulldawg, in which case our participation in the Big East with Butler might come to manifest the mutual respect among adversaries that we see in the GCL. It sounds like Nildogg might have feel some of this, but not as much. Could Butler ever become for X the new Dayton? I for one hope not. We are now in a higher profile league, and our recruiting is in keeping with that.

[muskiefan82]

We're going to need a better name than the Fab Five.

The X-Men: Best Class

[BandAid]

Welcome to Xavier, Trevon!

[Emp]

Pronunciation request, please.

TRAY Von, tre VON........?

Blew ETT, blu EE Ett, BLUE ee it.........

For those of us who haven't been on this 24/7.

[SemajParlor]

I'm just glad this saga is over.

Losing Macura and Bluiett because the Celtics stole our coach sucks, but not as much it does because they went to X.

Really thought he would end up at MSU because of Izzo and being Final Four U, but if there's a silver lining for a Butler fan, its that the Big East gets stronger with him in the league. Just wish it wasn't your program getting stronger.

Will be interesting to see if Mack can put it all together and accomplish something special with this group.

lol

[Muskeagle]

We're going to need a better name than the Fab Five.

How about simply: National Champs!! ? It has a nice ring to it, no?

[THill42]

Pronunciation request, please.

TRAY Von, tre VON........?

Blew ETT, blu EE Ett, BLUE ee it.........

For those of us who haven't been on this 24/7.

This post is best.

[XUFan09]

I know the last name is simply "Blue-it," like Butler blew it with Bluiett. Don't know about the first.

[Xaveriana]

A toast to our newest Muskie Trevon Bluiett and his bourbon!!!

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5495/10567642693_98113f0a63_o.jpg

[Pete Delkus]

I watched a small snipet of video for the first time on this kid. His game reminds me of former UK/ARZ SF Chris Mills.

[bobbiemcgee]

Do you remember Kenny's, Justin Martin's, or Dez's offers? Being in the Big East definitely has helped but X has been getting good players with "better" offers for awhile. That being said, this might be X's best class ever because of it's depth.

I am personally absolutely amazed by the recruiting jobs done by Mack & Co.
Lots of bad pub in the last couple yrs. and even a former player suing us doesn't stop the excellent recruiting and Kids wanting to wear the Xavier Blue. Job very well done under some very trying circumstances. Head to Head with Izzo just shows we can be in the picture with any recruit nationwide. MSU fans amazed TB could possibly pick X over their FF franchise. I say "get use to it".

[ballyhoohoo]

Who's is this Trevon character? Does he play soccer? Can he jump off one foot?

Does anyone know where we stand with DSR or Ari Stewart?

[SixFig]

My question is, when do they sign a NLI and make this marriage legal?

[Muskie in dayton]

My question is, when do they sign a NLI and make this marriage legal?

National Signing Day is on or about November 15.

[Musketeer_15]

My question is, when do they sign a NLI and make this marriage legal?

Early signing period is from November 13-20, regular period is April 16 to May 21.

[Muskie]

Who's is this Trevon character? Does he play soccer? Can he jump off one foot?

Does anyone know where we stand with DSR or Ari Stewart?

Were you there? Did you hear?

[GIMMFD]

Illuminati. It's official.

[UnCaged]

Just watched that video and while he's not Melvin Levitt (thank gawd) athletically, his game is silky smooth. That J is Redford quick and while he's a bit wide in the backside area ala Sullinger, he's quick with his movement and his dribble is tight. Very, very excited for Treyvon and what he's going to grow into. X!

[Titanxman04]

He's already changed his twitter avatar to a Xavier theme. So excited to see that he's excited about his choice to come to X. I love that kind of enthusiasm. X is no longer the school one goes to because it's here or some other decent local program for the recruit, but we're becomming this prime destination for big time players. Awesome.

[blueblob06]

Here's how you can tell ESPN is on the ball in hoops recruiting. We added Bluiett and dropped 2 spots in the 2014 class rankings! Down to 14 (not that it matters, the class is amazing!)
http://insider.espn.go.com/college-sports/basketball/recruiting/classrankings/_/class/2014/date/20131031

[paulxu]

Don't get all excited. We had dropped the two places before Bluiett.
They only update their team rankings about once every week as a rule, although they show commitments as they occur.
Wait a couple days and see what happens.

[GoMuskies]

I'm not sure if Scout has updated their rankings since his commitment, but we didn't get a bump there either.

[ammtd34]

I'm not sure if Scout has updated their rankings since his commitment, but we didn't get a bump there either.

Scout updated their rankings about 2 hours before the commitment.

[Titanxman04]

I'm not sure if Scout has updated their rankings since his commitment, but we didn't get a bump there either.

They updated the team rankings just before Bluiett committed. So that'll change soon too.

[Masterofreality]

Here is what ESPN had to say about Trevon:

Scout's take: Xavier lands Bluiett

By Adam Finkelstein | November 1, 2013 4:57:20 PM PDT
ESPN 100 SF Trevon Bluiett made a verbal commitment to Xavier on Friday, simultaneously ending what has been a long and complicated recruiting process, and giving Musketeers' coach Chris Mack a major addition to his frontline.



Dave Telep/ESPN
ESPN 100 SF Trevon Bluiett rounds out Xavier's class with commitments at all five positions.
Why he committed: When it was all said and done, the opportunity to stay close to home and step right into immediate minutes was too much for Bluiett to pass up on. Distance was a big factor in his decommitment from UCLA, where his former high school coach Ed Schilling is now one of Steve Alford's assistants. Since that point, Butler Michigan State and Memphis to a somewhat lesser extent, made pushes for Bluiett, but it has been Xavier in the driver's seat. Recent on-campus visits sealed the deal for Xavier.

What he brings: Bluiett is an elite level shot-maker, who drills deep threes and pull-ups with equal ease. But more than that, he's a true scorer, with plenty of mismatch potential. He understands how to come off screens away from the ball, utilizes his thick lower body to create space, and is very poised and crafty when operating in the mid-range area. While he might not be a blow-by driver, he's capable of getting himself into the lane and is also a good passer off the bounce. He's going to bring even more versatility, because he'll be capable of seeing time at either forward position, allowing Mack the flexibility to go with a bigger lineup with him at the three, or go with a smaller, quicker group with him as a floor-spacing four.

How he fits: First and foremost, he's going to be capable of stepping right in and making an immediate contribution for Xavier with his ability to stretch defenses and put points on the board. In the not too distant future, he should be poised to become a focal point for this team for the foreseeable future. What makes his commitment all the more important is that, as a slightly undersized and not totally explosive perimeter forward, Bluiett is likely to spend three or four years in the college ranks before playing his way to the next level. That type of longevity is rare of guys with this much talent, and so when it is all said and done there might not be many players anywhere in the 2014 class that have quite as impactful a total college career.

Who he reminds us of: I'm going to stick with the comparison that Paul Biancardi made upon Bluiett's initial commitment to UCLA -- he's reminiscent of a poor man's Paul Pierce in that he's a relatively stocky wing who isn't truly explosive but athletic enough to complement his physical strength and advanced skill set in order to make him the versatile scorer and total offensive player that he is.

How the class is shaping up: This is just the punctuation mark that Mack was looking for to complete a deep and talented 2014 recruiting class. Bluiett joins Makinde London and Edmond Sumner as the third ESPN 100 prospect to commit to Xavier and fills the only void in the group as an accomplished wing scorer. Combine that with London and Sean O'Mara, another six-foot-nine big man, along with a pair of skilled guards in Sumner and J.P. Macura, and Mack and his staff have now put together a class that not only fills all five positions on the floor but has the ability to protect the rim on the defensive end, and stretch opposing defenses out with a trio of 3-point shooters. Combine that with the fact that this group will get to grow and blossom together from day one, and this is a five-man unit that no one in the Big East will want to play in a couple of years.

[bleedXblue]

I'd say that is a pretty good write up !

[Masterofreality]

I'd say that is a pretty good write up !

And a pretty good class.

Is the sky still falling?

[ballyhoohoo]

And a pretty good class.

Is the sky still falling?

I blame father graham and Luther smith for these recruits only being four star players. They set this program back decades. Decades I tell you.

[casualfan]

And a pretty good class.

Is the sky still falling?

Things are definitely looking up, but I still want to see how this years team shapes up before I declare all is well in muskie-land.

[Juice]

Small write up about Trevon's verbal on rushthecourt.net

http://rushthecourt.net/2013/11/04/whos-got-next-trevon-bluiett-to-xavier-kevon-looney-going-west-and-more/

[UCGRAD4X]

"utilizes his thick lower body to create space"....are they saying he's got a big ass?

I like this comment: "this group will get to grow and blossom together from day one, and this is a five-man unit that no one in the Big East will want to play in a couple of years."

If the recent past is any indication, many bridges to cross before this happens. But for now - let us revel in the possibility.

[UCGRAD4X]

Small write up about Trevon's verbal on rushthecourt.net

http://rushthecourt.net/2013/11/04/whos-got-next-trevon-bluiett-to-xavier-kevon-looney-going-west-and-more/

38.4 percent from the three-point line
80.4 percent from the free throw line
4.4 rebounds and
4.1 assists per game

I counted at least 5 left-handed shots near the basket as well. Nice clip.

[Bulldawg]

Hey, want to congratulate you all on the recruitment. It's been a really tough off-season as a Butler fan, but at least Trevon can help improve the Big East, maybe not for the team I wanted, but that's okay. Good luck to you guys this season looking forward to some basketball!

[Titanxman04]

Hey, want to congratulate you all on the recruitment. It's been a really tough off-season as a Butler fan, but at least Trevon can help improve the Big East, maybe not for the team I wanted, but that's okay. Good luck to you guys this season looking forward to some basketball!

Classy.

[GreatWhiteNorth]

Classy.

Second that.

[paulxu]

"utilizes his thick lower body to create space"....are they saying he's got a big ass?

Yes.

(this has been another edition of simple answers to simple questions)

[UCGRAD4X]

Yes.

(this has been another edition of simple answers to simple questions)

I should have added..."and he's not afraid to use it!"

[XUFan09]

It reminds me of how writers would talk about Pitt's Dejuan Blair. They were more blatant about it, though, saying, "Yes, he's only 6'7" entering the NBA draft, but he makes good use of his big ass to create space."

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[XUPhilly04]

It reminds me of how writers would talk about Pitt's Dejuan Blair. They were more blatant about it, though, saying, "Yes, he's only 6'7" entering the NBA draft, but he makes good use of his big ass to create space."

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Or remember Temple Center Marcus Rollerson. Guy took up half the paint.

[GoMuskies]

Big Deli! A guy who scored a majority of his career points against Xavier.

[smileyy]

Kevin Love was good at using his belly to create space to make up for his lack of lift.

[Masterofreality]

“@EvanDanielsFOX: With Xavier's pick up of Trevon Bluiett they now have the No. 10 recruiting class ... http://scouthoops.scout.com/a.z?s=75&p=9&c=14&cfg=bb&yr=2014”

[paulxu]

This will make you happy. We are #4 in the country...at least for one day.

http://insider.espn.go.com/college-sports/basketball/recruiting/classrankings

[GoMuskies]

Suck it everyone not named Kentucky, Ohio State or North Carolina!

[The_Mack_Pack]

This will make you happy. We are #4 in the country...at least for one day.

http://insider.espn.go.com/college-sports/basketball/recruiting/classrankings

A lot of the top prospects who're still undeclared will probably end up choosing Kentucky, OSU, or UNC. I'm sure X will be passed up by a few other teams but this is definitely a top ten class and probably will be the best in the BE.

[GoMuskies]

It will likely be best in the Big East according to ESPN. It will probably be 3rd according to Scout (who I think more of on the the recruiting front). Either way, on paper it is our best class ever (Brown, Lumpkin, Posey, Williams, Sutherland, Murray is going down!).

[paulxu]

It's so long until next November, and history has shown that a lot of stuff will happen between now and then.
I'd put the chance of everything working out at around 50%. But boy, it sure would be nice to see them all suited up next year.

Meanwhile, there's a BE crown to be contested. Let's sneak up on 'em.

And as an aside...this should bury all the nonsense about us being hurt by the brawl, Dez stuff, etc. Nice job Mack (and staff).

[SixFig]

We all know the "Xavier Drop" in the rankings is gonna happen any minute now. Once a player commits to X they plummet in the rankings

[xavierj]

It's so long until next November, and history has shown that a lot of stuff will happen between now and then.
I'd put the chance of everything working out at around 50%. But boy, it sure would be nice to see them all suited up next year.

Meanwhile, there's a BE crown to be contested. Let's sneak up on 'em.

And as an aside...this should bury all the nonsense about us being hurt by the brawl, Dez stuff, etc. Nice job Mack (and staff).

The good thing is this group has zero grade issues. Makinde London is supposedly a smart cat and the smartest of the bunch. I don't think worrying about eligibility will be a problem going forward.

[xudash]

The good thing is this group has zero grade issues. Makinde London is supposedly a smart cat and the smartest of the bunch. I don't think worrying about eligibility will be a problem going forward.

In fact, if I'm one of these guys, I absolutely want to become teammates with the other four. Let's hope the odds are better than 50%.

[ArizonaXUGrad]

In fact, if I'm one of these guys, I absolutely want to become teammates with the other four. Let's hope the odds are better than 50%.

This also, I like seeing kids get excited about attending the university ala Reynolds.

[throwbackmuskie]

Became an X fan in 88 when I moved to Cincinnati, just amazed how the program has grown.

[bobbiemcgee]

http://blogs.indystar.com/recruitingcentral/archives/4373

83% from the line sounds good.

[Xman95]

http://blogs.indystar.com/recruitingcentral/archives/4373

83% from the line sounds good.

Hell, at this point 63% almost sounds good!

[Masterofreality]

SF Trevon Bluiett (@tre_bluiett15): 39 PTS, 16 REB, 5 AST for Park Tudor School vs Beech Grove #Spiece @parktudor

[The_Mack_Pack]

54 points tonight.. Good gracious!

[UnCaged]

54 points tonight.. Good gracious!

And 12 boards...in 3 quarters. Apparently he was playing a team of 5 members of Xavier Hoops, but nonetheless, this recruiting class is performing at a VERY high level. Hope he got to enjoy his future teammates Zip up the kittens.

[Masterofreality]

It's almost like Trevon and JP Macura are competing against each other in a Pop-A-Shot Contest to see who can score more.

This is borderline insanity...but I can't wait to see them wearing Xavier Blue.

[GreatWhiteNorth]

These are crazy numbers.

[Masterofreality]

These are crazy numbers.

How about this line:

@KyleNeddenriep: More on Trevon Bluiett's 54-point game last night: was 20-for-27 from the field, made six 3s, and had 13 rebounds in 22 minutes.

[bobbiemcgee]

Yeah, but he's only averaging 42+ a game.

[bobbiemcgee]

http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2013/12/22/high-school-basketball-dec-22/4170567/

[ammtd34]

He is absolutely going off right now. Also of note, he has a teammate named Alex Mack. I had a crush on the Alex Mack on Nickelodeon.

[ballyhoohoo]

Triton Central isn't very good.

[The_Mack_Pack]

Went for 51 points and 13 rebounds against Trey Lyles (7th ranked recruit per ESPN) team tonight.

[Masterofreality]

went for 51 points and 13 rebounds against trey lyles (7th ranked recruit per espn) team tonight.

ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh..........myyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yy..............gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawwwwwwwddddd!!! !

Here is the game story from the Indy Star. Tech won in Overtime, but Trevon hung 51 on the "best team in the State".

http://ux.indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2014/01/04/lyles-bluiett-combine-for-96-points-as-tech-beats-park-tudor-95-88/4323867/

[fellahmuskie]

MOR, I saw that story linked from the game story on X - Butler and was practically drooling over it. Is he good enough to be one-and-done, lottery pick? If so, what can we do (legally) to make Semaj stick around next season? I wouldn't mind a Final Four appearance in 2015.

[XUFan09]

MOR, I saw that story linked from the game story on X - Butler and was practically drooling over it. Is he good enough to be one-and-done, lottery pick? If so, what can we do (legally) to make Semaj stick around next season? I wouldn't mind a Final Four appearance in 2015.

Bluiett isn't that athletic, so he'll probably be a 3-4 year player, which means this class has the potential to be one of the best group of seniors in the nation.

[fellahmuskie]

That's good to hear. Can't wait to see what Mack can build around this class.

[Muskie]

That's good to hear. Can't wait to see what Mack can build around this class.

It's looking to be a 3 person race for Indiana Mr. Basketball. (Link (http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2014/01/06/2014-indystar-mr-basketball-is-a-race-for-the-ages/4341937/))

[GoMuskies]

It's looking to be a 3 person race for Indiana Mr. Basketball. (Link (http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2014/01/06/2014-indystar-mr-basketball-is-a-race-for-the-ages/4341937/))

I'd say there's no chance he beats out Blackmon (Indiana) and Lyles (Kentucky). But he may well be a better player.

[Retire33]

If a kid involved is going to IU, that usually seals the deal. Look for Blackmon to win it if in race during final days.

[GoMuskies]

Look for Blackmon to win it if in race during final days.

Blackmon has two added advantages: (1) a dad who played for Kentucky; and (2) he picked IU over Kentucky not once but twice.

Hoosiers hate them some Kentucky.

[ammtd34]

Bluiett is shooting 65.3 percent from the field (98-for-150).

Oh my God.

[Masterofreality]

Blackmon has two added advantages: (1) a dad who played for Kentucky; and (2) he picked IU over Kentucky not once but twice.

Hoosiers hate them some Kentucky.

Yes.....yes they do. Everything in this post is pertinent. Go is all over this one.....but that would mean he is espousing, horrors, a Conspiracy Theory!!!

[GoMuskies]

Trevon still may sneak up on the Mr. Basketball award, though.

Sneak!!!!

[The_Mack_Pack]

He's listed among 15 contenders for the High School player of the year award by MaxPreps.

http://www.maxpreps.com/news/eR9Isoqx4kmCe_90To2mcA/boys-basketball-national-player-of-the-year-watch-list.htm

[XU3232]

Looks like he dropped over 40 points again last night. I believe he finished with 42 points and 10 boards.

[bobbiemcgee]

Wow! This kid is going to be special. North Central and Warren Central double and triple team him but no use:

http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2014/01/18/trevon-bluiett-scores-40-in-park-tudors-marion-county-title-triumph/4643425/

[GoMuskies]

Wow! This kid is going to be special. North Central and Warren Central double and triple team him but no use:

http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2014/01/18/trevon-bluiett-scores-40-in-park-tudors-marion-county-title-triumph/4643425/

I think I'm in love with him.

[GoMuskies]

Hopefully Bluiett will become Xavier's first McDonald's All-American (signed out of high schoo) at 6:00 tonight.

[mistabeecee41]

love it. to think at the start of the year, we all thought we were doomed at the 3 spot for eternity. With the emergence of J-Mart and Trevon coming in, it'll most likely be our strongest spot next year.

[THRILLHOUSE]

Hopefully Bluiett will become Xavier's first McDonald's All-American (signed out of high school) at 6:00 tonight.

Unfortunately, Bluiett was not selected.

[paulxu]

I think they are due to re-shuffle ESPN's 2014 class rankings tonight also. I wonder if that is because of the Mickey D's picked.

Is that list online anywhere?

[The_Mack_Pack]

The two guys he's currently beating out for Mr. Indiana basketball were named to the team. They're committed to Kentucky and Indiana. Conspiracy? Bluiettgate?

[Masterofreality]

The two guys he's currently beating out for Mr. Indiana basketball were named to the team. They're committed to Kentucky and Indiana. Conspiracy? Bluiettgate?

Uh, yeah. Plus, what network is the game to be televised on?

[waggy]

Fox needs to create a 5 Guys all-america list. 5 Guys, get it? Talk about easy advertising. Only BE recruits are eligible. Everyone knows McDonalds is horse "meat".

[GoMuskies]

Pac-12 recruits should also be eligible. But other than that, it's a perfect idea.

[waggy]

Is there a reason I should GAF about the Pac12 I'm not thinking of? Also not sure if 5 Guys in on the west coast.

[bobbiemcgee]

One of the Best of All Time:

http://www.indystar.com/story/recruiting-central/2014/01/28/james-blackmon-trevon-bluiett/4984543/

[LA Muskie]

Is there a reason I should GAF about the Pac12 I'm not thinking of? Also not sure if 5 Guys in on the west coast.

1. FS1 has the Pac 12 contract.

2. Yes. I can walk to one from my house.

[GoMuskies]

One of the Best of All Time:

http://www.indystar.com/story/recruiting-central/2014/01/28/james-blackmon-trevon-bluiett/4984543/

Suck it Steve Alford and Damon Bailey!

[waggy]

1. FS1 has the Pac 12 contract.

2. Yes. I can walk to one from my house.

Okay, so the top BE recruits play the top Pac12 recruits.

Trophy ideas?

[Big Man Fan]

Just go by national player rankings and big name schools, easier to select and more publicity for McD's.

[waggy]

Uh, isn't that pretty much how it's done now?

[BandAid]

Ya, I'm starting to believe we would need to sign an Andrew Wiggins type player, then MAYBE they'll be selected to the mcd team.

Looking at the roster for this year, one kid going to SMU, another to Maryland, and one to Seton Hall are the only three not at a school who is currently a superpower.

[danaandvictory]

Did Lance Stephenson make the McD game?

[ammtd34]

Did Lance Stephenson make the McD game?

Yes.

[ArizonaXUGrad]

Their current 5* Jermaine Lawrence did not.

[waggy]

http://blog.ctnews.com/lunchbreak/files/2011/10/5-guys.jpg


Just look at that will ya.


Trophy could be a large heinz catsup bottle.


Which of course would signal duquesne to the BE.

[bobbiemcgee]

Link isn't working from indystar but trevon dropped another 40 on scecina to go to 12th on the alltime Indiana scoring list.

[bobbiemcgee]

Mr. Basketball race:

http://www.indystar.com/story/recruiting-central/2014/02/20/mr-basketball-trey-lyles-trevon-bluiett-james-blackmon/5665883/

[XU3232]

Trevon was at the game tonight. That atmosphere had to have him excited.

[ammtd34]

Parade All American (http://parade.condenast.com/270852/brianmclaughlin/meet-parades-2014-all-america-basketball-teams/).

[BandAid]

Parade All American (http://parade.condenast.com/270852/brianmclaughlin/meet-parades-2014-all-america-basketball-teams/).

Well I learned something new today...didn't know Parade had an All-American team...also didn't know that people read Parade

[ammtd34]

Well I learned something new today...didn't know Parade had an All-American team...also didn't know that people read Parade

Yeah. It used to get a lot more publicity. Judging by the other players, though, they still take selections seriously. And I'm not sure ergo still reads parade.

[xsteve1]

Trevon had 40 today in a the regional semifinal win. He'll give a much needed lift next year with the way he shoots it.

http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2014/03/15/bluiett-scores-40-as-park-tudor-advances-to-regional-championship/6458977/

[UnCaged]

his performance is making this off-season into a very nice issue...as I'll be able to build excitement during the Summer as long as no one is expelled/fired. So, I guess I'm hoping for a nice and quiet off-season, which won't start for another 3 weeks, at which point I'll still be excited about our first FF.

[GoMuskies]

Is there any chance he beats out Blackmon for Mr. Basketball? I assume not.

[ammtd34]

Is there any chance he beats out Blackmon for Mr. Basketball? I assume not.

I think his only shot is if he wins another state title, but it seems like a long shot even then.

[The_Mack_Pack]

Here's his senior highlights:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoJ5ZRREMY0&feature=youtu.be
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoJ5ZRREMY0&feature=youtu.be)

[bobbiemcgee]

Parade All American:

http://parade.condenast.com/270852/brianmclaughlin/meet-parades-2014-all-america-basketball-teams/

[KC4X]

Congrats, Trevon!

[XerXes]

For anyone interested, and gets Fox Sports Indiana, Park Tudor and Trevon Bluiett play at 12:30pm for the state championship.

[GoMuskies]

Tomorrow or Saturday?

[XerXes]

Tomorrow or Saturday?

Sorry its Saturday

[Masterofreality]

Is today's game on TV or on-line anywhere?

[The_Mack_Pack]

Is today's game on TV or on-line anywhere?

I saw this link on Twitter:
http://www.ihigh.com/ihsaachampionsnetwork/broadcast_576674.html?silverlight=1
(http://www.ihigh.com/ihsaachampionsnetwork/broadcast_576674.html?silverlight=1)

[XUmuskies34]

Trevon got 13 points in the first round of the three point contest. Didn't make the second round, but looks like he has a pretty good stroke.

[The_Mack_Pack]

Both he and JP Macura were named 4th team All-Americans by MaxPreps:

http://www.maxpreps.com/m/article.aspx?articleid=0ee09561-3afc-4f13-98d2-1328fdc698df

Great senior seasons by both of them.

[xu82]

So we have two guys coming in who combined for 69 points/game. That could be a bit helpful at some point.

[ammtd34]

Damn. Ahead of multiple McD's players. I know it doesn't mean a ton, but it's a nice honor.

[GoMuskies]

When do we find out that Bluiett got screwed out of Indiana Mr. Basketball

[The_Mack_Pack]

When do we find out that Bluiett got screwed out of Indiana Mr. Basketball

Trey Lyles won with Bluiett coming in a close second.

[GoMuskies]

I'm shocked that Blackmon didn't win. A UK legacy guy who picked IU?!? That should have been a bigger lock than Damon Bailey.

[ammtd34]

It was something like
Lyles - 117
Bluiett - 108
Blackmon - 95
Macintosh - 7

[ammtd34]

Bluiett is playing in the Derby Festival Classic tonight. The lineups for the teams are impressive. He also won the 2 on 2 tournament last night with Leron Black. They beat Keita Bates-Diop and Quentin Snider in the final.

http://discover.kdf.org/basketball-classic/

[JTG]

Is it on cable anywhere ? I don't think there is a regional Fox for Ky.

[ammtd34]

Is it on cable anywhere ? I don't think there is a regional Fox for Ky.

I only have IE at work and the site isn't rendering correctly, but I found this link.

http://www.wdrb.com/story/14491321/watch-live-kdf-basketball-classic

[bobbiemcgee]

http://www.courier-journal.com/story/sports/preps/indiana/2014/06/15/bluiett-blackmon-knockout-stars-basketball/10545475/

Reports Monday