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Re: Report: Negedu LOI decision coming today

woodpecker — Tue, 20 May 2008 17:40:45 -0000

I thought linderman had a very nice senior year!

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Ben_M — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:51:56 -0000

might be why they signed him

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cojames — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:34:22 -0000

Could this signing have any affect on Negedus decision, both he and Tijan Jobe are formerly from A-hope and from what I just read it is an African Hoops organization that helps young men get their education. It may be a bit of a stretch but I'm sure it doesn't hurt.

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Ben_M — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:27:38 -0000

maybe he is the next todd lindeman............lol.........

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hoosier07 — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:25:18 -0000

This could shape up to be an AMAZING 48 hours if things go the hoosiers way... I don't know about you but I have faith in Coach Crean and his ability to make someone a player -- like this 7 footer we are potentially landing...

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jdaddy — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:25:01 -0000

Alright guys!!!!! Here it is.... Tijan Jobe 7'0 ft about to sign!!!!!???? Jobe is from Gambia and E. Negedu is from Nigeria. ANY CONNECTIONS??!!

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Ben_M — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:21:22 -0000

I like the idea of spreading the scholarships out more......I'm sure he can't be any worse than sutton....I'd just like to see a big body in the line up......and this choice would make the recruiting classes smaller....hoosier nation says that iu is in the handful of school for negedu's services....when will he make the choice?

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BGleas — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:14:53 -0000

Agree, assuming this guy is serviceable, then I'd rather have him than Sutton, and adding Negedu would then solidify the front court, yet losing Jobe in two years would open up a scholly for when Crean really has this thing up and running in '11.

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woodpecker — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:12:14 -0000

I agree with you I would rather have a project for 2 years instead of 4!!

come on Negedu, Bloomington is wonderfull place!

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cojames — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:12:09 -0000

Here is a little bit I've found on him, not much though:

Tijan Jobe: (SO) 7-foot-0 (265) from Gambia, Africa.

played at Olney Central College (Juco) where he avg. 3.0 ppg and 3.0 rpg and about 7.0 min per game

"Tijan is as physically imposing as any player I have ever had here at OCC. Tijan has really improved on the offensive end, but right now his defense and rebounding is ahead of his offensive game," said Burris. "Tijan runs the floor very well and he will see a lot of minutes for us this coming season."

Re: Report: Negedu LOI decision coming today

woodpecker — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:10:35 -0000

if true thats not a good sign towards getting Sutton.

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BGleas — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:07:33 -0000

I have no idea if this guy is good, but for arguments sake let's say he equal to Sutton but with two year of JUCO, then I'd take him.

It would just split up the scholarships a little since he'd be a junior, instead of adding Sutton and having so many scholarships in '08 and '09.

Still want Negedu though.

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Ben_M — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:05:48 -0000

what a rollercoaster........thank god we have size

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Ben_M — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:04:21 -0000

sweet

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BGleas — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:00:42 -0000

Peegs is reporting that 7-0 JUCO center Tijan Jobe has signed with Indiana. Never heard of this guy.

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Vlad the Inhaler — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:45:31 -0000

I've read that the assistant in question is interested in returning to Arizona at some point and definitely doesn't want to burn that bridge. IIRC he eluded to the fact that he wouldn't go after Arizona's kids. Then again I've heard coaches say lots of stuff.

Re: Report: Negedu LOI decision coming today

Ben_M — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:44:42 -0000

"There have been so many changes that I feel they've lied to me all along about the situation," Negedu said. "Everything has changed a lot since I've signed down there. I can't take it no more. Before I signed with Arizona they said it was fun, the players loved it and everything," he said. "But when I took my official visit no one seemed happy. Everything changed. Lute Olson left, taking a break. No one (knew) where he went.

Re: Report: Negedu LOI decision coming today

BGleas — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:37:42 -0000

No need to be depressed about this. Landing this guy is like finding money on the street. Yeah it's awesome if it happens, but it's not like you're expecting it or even banking on it.

Probably not the best analogy, but hey, what do you want from me:)

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neale — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:37:19 -0000

I think the assistant coach leaving for Memphis has something to do with Negedu asking out of the LOI, don't get me wrong. BUT from his comments, it seems like he isn't happy with the fact that Lute Olson can just leave and come back when he feels like it. There's more to the situation, I'm sure, but that somewhat unpredictable future made him uncomfortable. He (Negedu) also mentioned that UA told him everyone had fun, everyone loved it, but when he visited everyone looked unhappy. He probably felt he was misled. I think those things, along with the assistant leaving, contributed to his departure. All of that being said, don't just assume he'll follow the guy to Memphis. I think we have a decent shot. He'd be a star here, he'd get loads of playing time, and TONS of exposure. Cross your fingers

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Ben_M — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:30:02 -0000

the timing and assistant coach at memphis...has got me depressed about this

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BGleas — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:25:22 -0000

Loved that the first minute and a half of his three minute highlight reel on YouTube was all defensive plays.

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JerryCT — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:23:28 -0000

I hope we get both kids because :

1. Winning some games next year helps recruiting for the future
2. Sutton in Yr #2 will be better than any freshman in year #1 if Crean is as good at developing players as hoped
3. Never know who gets hurt ( ie Elston ) or loses his way ( ie Ellis, Bassett ) or goes pro ( ie Crawford )

I still donot see why folks are so high on Creek. His team had 3 guys going to MD, UVA, U fo Wash and still lost 16 games many by double digits. What are you looking at ............I have not found it ..............and I live in CT.

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Seth — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:19:43 -0000

I'd say his top choice is Memphis since the reason he is leaving is the Assistant Coach left Arizona for Memphis and Memphis has a spot since Ebanks picked WVU. It would be a great pull though

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Ben_M — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:19:29 -0000

negedu wanted to play for arizona because an assistant coach was there he liked. Now that assistant coach is at memphis. With memphis losing out on Ebanks to west virgina this could be trouble for IU.

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Alex Bozich — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:12:20 -0000

Absolute beast at the 4-spot from what I've heard and seen on video.