Tevin Mack (Committed to Texas)

[Silk31]

I thought we already said "Next" to Mack??...oh wait the crystal ball is up to it's old tricks again

I do trust Evans the most, I have had personal convos with him and I too get the sense that he is one of the more reliable recruiting sources out there, this could be a good sign or could be nothing at all

 

[Huskyforlife]

Why do we give a flying what the losers at VCU think?

 

[boog204]

This is really a classic boneyard thread. Initially, nobody really wanted Mack b/c Jones and Clarke were ranked higher. Then one by one we watch the other 3's meander w/ their choices and Mack becomes the chosen one and the guy who is clearly the best fit. Three or four pages ago random sources start saying a commitment is imminent and we all get excited and refresh every 5 minutes. Then, nothing happens and the stupid crystal ball changes and half the posters launch into the "next" and we really want Jones talk.

Now, a random crystal ball swings back (classic misread included) and we're all fired up again despite the fact that different reports say it's down to us and SC, then us and Georgia, then us and VCU, then SC and Georgia meaning essentially that no one knows anything as the kid has been pretty diplomatic and hasn't played his hand. So clearly, he'll be a Clemson Tiger in the next few days. The only thing it has missed is the typical "we didn't want him anyway" and "remember Emeka wasn't our first choice and we ended up just fine" talk after the first crystal ball swing. Dig it.

 

[aceboon]

Not really sure where the "nobody wanted Mack because Jones and Clarke were ranked higher" sentiment is coming from, quite a few people mentioned they wanted him because of his offense and skillset. I'm pretty sure someone even posted an article dozens of pages ago showing how Jones's and Mack's games were the opposite as his rational for preferring Mack. You came up with that one on your own.

This is really a classic boneyard thread. Initially, nobody really wanted Mack b/c Jones and Clarke were ranked higher. Then one by one we watch the other 3's meander w/ their choices and Mack becomes the chosen one and the guy who is clearly the best fit. Three or four pages ago random sources start saying a commitment is imminent and we all get excited and refresh every 5 minutes. Then, nothing happens and the stupid crystal ball changes and half the posters launch into the "next" and we really want Jones talk.

Now, a random crystal ball swings back (classic misread included) and we're all fired up again despite the fact that different reports say it's down to us and SC, then us and Georgia, then us and VCU, then SC and Georgia meaning essentially that no one knows anything as the kid has been pretty diplomatic and hasn't played his hand. So clearly, he'll be a Clemson Tiger in the next few days. The only thing it has missed is the typical "we didn't want him anyway" and "remember Emeka wasn't our first choice and we ended up just fine" talk after the first crystal ball swing. Dig it.

 

[Jluc]

This is really a classic boneyard thread. Initially, nobody really wanted Mack b/c Jones and Clarke were ranked higher. Then one by one we watch the other 3's meander w/ their choices and Mack becomes the chosen one and the guy who is clearly the best fit. Three or four pages ago random sources start saying a commitment is imminent and we all get excited and refresh every 5 minutes. Then, nothing happens and the stupid crystal ball changes and half the posters launch into the "next" and we really want Jones talk.

Now, a random crystal ball swings back (classic misread included) and we're all fired up again despite the fact that different reports say it's down to us and SC, then us and Georgia, then us and VCU, then SC and Georgia meaning essentially that no one knows anything as the kid has been pretty diplomatic and hasn't played his hand. So clearly, he'll be a Clemson Tiger in the next few days. The only thing it has missed is the typical "we didn't want him anyway" and "remember Emeka wasn't our first choice and we ended up just fine" talk after the first crystal ball swing. Dig it.

This was hilarious and accurate. Well done.

 

[Dmike]

This is really a classic boneyard thread. Initially, nobody really wanted Mack b/c Jones and Clarke were ranked higher. Then one by one we watch the other 3's meander w/ their choices and Mack becomes the chosen one and the guy who is clearly the best fit. Three or four pages ago random sources start saying a commitment is imminent and we all get excited and refresh every 5 minutes. Then, nothing happens and the stupid crystal ball changes and half the posters launch into the "next" and we really want Jones talk.

Now, a random crystal ball swings back (classic misread included) and we're all fired up again despite the fact that different reports say it's down to us and SC, then us and Georgia, then us and VCU, then SC and Georgia meaning essentially that no one knows anything as the kid has been pretty diplomatic and hasn't played his hand. So clearly, he'll be a Clemson Tiger in the next few days. The only thing it has missed is the typical "we didn't want him anyway" and "remember Emeka wasn't our first choice and we ended up just fine" talk after the first crystal ball swing. Dig it.

I think that video showing Mack working his tail off in practice, then relating the footage there to game footage is when the entire Board erupted into Macksteriya.

 

[WestHartHusk]

While we are considering Mack's skillset and watching his decision from afar, VCU fans are still trying to figure out twitter so they can harass the kid. Such an odd odd bunch down there. I am glad we don't have to stoop to that stuff, but instead let our history and facilities speak for us.

 

[jazyj]

This is really a classic boneyard thread. Initially, nobody really wanted Mack b/c Jones and Clarke were ranked higher. Then one by one we watch the other 3's meander w/ their choices and Mack becomes the chosen one and the guy who is clearly the best fit. Three or four pages ago random sources start saying a commitment is imminent and we all get excited and refresh every 5 minutes. Then, nothing happens and the stupid crystal ball changes and half the posters launch into the "next" and we really want Jones talk.

Now, a random crystal ball swings back (classic misread included) and we're all fired up again despite the fact that different reports say it's down to us and SC, then us and Georgia, then us and VCU, then SC and Georgia meaning essentially that no one knows anything as the kid has been pretty diplomatic and hasn't played his hand. So clearly, he'll be a Clemson Tiger in the next few days. The only thing it has missed is the typical "we didn't want him anyway" and "remember Emeka wasn't our first choice and we ended up just fine" talk after the first crystal ball swing. Dig it.

love everything about this

 

[mauconnfan]

The longer Mr Mack thinks about his choice, especially after his thought provoking visit to USC, the better chance we have of him coming to UConn where he can become a better player and person!

 

[boog204]

Not really sure where the "nobody wanted Mack because Jones and Clarke were ranked higher" sentiment is coming from, quite a few people mentioned they wanted him because of his offense and skillset. I'm pretty sure someone even posted an article dozens of pages ago showing how Jones's and Mack's games were the opposite as his rational for preferring Mack. You came up with that one on your own.

The "no one wanted" comes from the idea that Mack was plan C initially and there was even some lament that an offer to Mack meant that Clarke's visit did not go as planned and that Jones would be a spring signee. There was then arguments about Clarke vs. Mack and to a lesser extent Mack vs. Jones as some still held onto the Jones is better just b/c of ranking. There were some who were also concerned that a Mack commitment now would put us out of play w/ Jones. So "no one wanted" is a bit strong, but the early pages are more about how it sucks that Clarke's visit didn't go well.

Not trying to rip on Mack or anything like that; like the kid's game a lot and he'd be a great addition. But this thread is pretty ridiculous and somehow still is gaining steam. All it really needs is a full on VCU infestation to be legendary.

 

[CallMeBruce]

As soon as I saw that video of Mack's training process, he became the guy I wanted. Tall shooters who are meticulous about being able to repeat their shot mechanics in a variety of situations appeal to me for some reason.

 

[Thirty Three]

As soon as I saw that video of Mack's training process, he became the guy I wanted. Tall shooters who are meticulous about being able to repeat their shot mechanics in a variety of situations appeal to me for some reason.

I posted that video and that is absolutely when lots of people started to see that he brings a skill to the table (shooting ability) which UConn could really use, which the other two recruits do not have. This is a legit argument for wanting him. I agree with you and disagree with the OP's idea that people jumped into a love fest with him because we lost confidence in the other wing options.

 

[intlzncster]

As soon as I saw that video of Mack's training process, he became the guy I wanted. Tall shooters who are meticulous about being able to repeat their shot mechanics in a variety of situations appeal to me for some reason.

Ray'll do that to ya.

 

[OkaForPrez]

The thing I want to know on Mack is who is putting out all the crap info and why?

 

[Matrim55]

I think that video showing Mack working his tail off in practice, then relating the footage there to game footage is when the entire Board erupted into Macksteriya.

This is correct.

 

[intlzncster]

The thing I want to know on Mack is who is putting out all the crap info and why?

My working hypothesis backed up by nothing at all is that all the ambiguation increases the hype (and therefore exposure) of the kid.

 

[Dmike]

The thing I want to know on Mack is who is putting out all the crap info and why?

If you ask me it's the black ops division of the NCAA.

Those guys can't seem to get enough of torturing our fan-base.

Why u ask? Payback for always winning National Championships that the blue bloods deserve - even after we've been banned, stripped of scholarships, and seeded too low.

It's payback I tell ya....

 

[boog204]

The thing I want to know on Mack is who is putting out all the crap info and why?

There are wayyyyyy too many recruiting "experts" now. In the early days of the internet there were like 4-5 guys. Now everyone is an expert. It is really easy to say "I have a source" and then make a prediction. If you are right, you get credit for being an expert. If you are wrong, you just state that recruiting is a fluid situation. It's like being a weatherman. And with twitter it's quite easy to make a prediction and then change it as real info comes out.

 

[CallMeBruce]

That's all possible, but also, Mack is a teenager, and he hasn't made up his mind yet. All of these predictions are guesses as to what decision Mack eventually makes. That's bound to be a losing battle.

 

[HuskiesAllDay]

Would any sane person really choose to play for Frank Martin over Kevin Ollie? I mean talk about complete opposites..

 

[boog204]

Would any sane person really choose to play for Frank Martin over Kevin Ollie? I mean talk about complete opposites..

I agree and that's why I'm kinda happy he's visiting SC one last time for an exhibition. That could be the game that Frank Martin literally murders someone on the court.

 

[husky99]

I get I am benched but like 3 I am hearing uconn is in good shape with mack

 

[HuskyBballFan]

I get I am benched but like 3 I am hearing uconn is in good shape with mack

Oh man, you really just put yourself out there again. Brave soul.

 

[I Bleed Blue]

I get I am benched but like 3 I am hearing uconn is in good shape with mack

You're back in kid!

 

[Peacefrog]

I get I am benched but like 3 I am hearing uconn is in good shape with mack

I, for one, would put you back in the game as long as the news is good.

I'm just returning from the wilds of South Africa and may have missed it but is there currently any timetable for his decision?