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Post by explorer88 on Feb 28, 2013 16:06:33 GMT -5
Indiana Top Players16. Marin Maric: 6’10” Center, La Lumiere Offers: Wichita State, LaSalle Interest: He played on the U18 Croatian team that won the European championship. I have been impressed with Marin’s all-around skills. He can step away from the basket and knock down an outside shot like your prototypical European big, but he also has pretty good strength and footwork in the post. This guy needs some more mid-majors offers.
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Post by scarletexplorer on Feb 28, 2013 16:20:42 GMT -5
Interesting. Like the size, hope his post skills are good. Why only two offers so late in the game?
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Post by jellybean on Feb 28, 2013 16:21:42 GMT -5
He was used very little on that U18 team because he backed up a potential NBA First Round pick. Averaged about 11 minutes a game with about 3.5 pts and 2.5 rebounds. At La Lumiere Prep, he is also playing behind two blue chip recruits. He is a "Steve Zack" type of recruit which might not thrill those who want somebody to step in and contribute for 16-18 minutes a game......sorry screamer....but in a year or two maybe? BTW, he weighs 230.
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Post by explorerman on Feb 28, 2013 16:24:10 GMT -5
Indiana Top Players16. Marin Maric: 6’10” Center, La Lumiere Offers: Wichita State, LaSalle Interest: He played on the U18 Croatian team that won the European championship. I have been impressed with Marin’s all-around skills. He can step away from the basket and knock down an outside shot like your prototypical European big, but he also has pretty good strength and footwork in the post. This guy needs some more mid-majors offers. 88, as always.. Thank you! I have haven't of this before... Wichita State is concerning... But could you imagine next season Duren or Garland (depending on whichever has the weaker defender on them) playing pick and roll with a 6'10 guy that can pop out for 3 with JWill sitting under the basket.. St Louis has rode that style into the Top 25... Ughh... To nice to think about... |
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Post by explorer88 on Feb 28, 2013 16:26:19 GMT -5
La Salle isn't going to get the Top 50 center unless they are local and have issues no one wants. I am fine taking a skilled European if he is from the Croatia. They have some decent kids that contribute elsewhere.
I trust G's talent evaluation.
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Post by glorydays on Feb 28, 2013 16:29:56 GMT -5
Hell, I would take a chance on a 6' 10" 230 lb. Cro-Magnon center.
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Post by explorerman on Feb 28, 2013 16:32:22 GMT -5
La Salle isn't going to get the Top 50 center unless they are local and have issues no one wants. I am fine taking a skilled European if he is from the Croatia. They have some decent kids that contribute elsewhere. I trust G's talent evaluation. He was very close with getting one from Florida this year... But I absolutely agree with you |
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Post by explorerman on Feb 28, 2013 16:36:59 GMT -5
"Marin Maric: 6’10” Center, La Lumiere (2013) The Croatian big man has more skills down low than most foreign post players. He is a strong kid with good footwork in the post. He handles the ball fairly well, has some quickness, and can step outside and knock down the outside shot. I really like him."
per: Indiana Recruiting Guide. You need to scroll down to the bottom of page. indianarecruitingguide.com/game-recaps/la-lumiere-in-vs-huntington-prep-wv/The biggest thing I like about that analysis is that there are two reports now that says he has good footwork and quickness.
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Post by stlexplorer on Feb 28, 2013 17:01:48 GMT -5
I was sold after 6'10"
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Post by SICguy84 on Feb 28, 2013 17:25:13 GMT -5
When/who was the last European kid we landed?
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Post by explorerman on Feb 28, 2013 17:27:01 GMT -5
Flo?
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Post by SICguy84 on Feb 28, 2013 17:38:18 GMT -5
I think??? Jasper Van Teeseling - Dutch.
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Post by lasallescreamer on Feb 28, 2013 17:50:27 GMT -5
Screamer is only unhappy with redshirt process. If he cannot play 16 next year, that is fine, as long as he can play 8, learn the game, be more ready by Tourny time and make natural progression as a soph.While I know that othgers disagree, I would rather have that( to wit, a contribution to next years team) instead of 28 min/game 5 years from now, Worry about 2018 later.If Wichita is involved, he must be a decent prospect.
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Post by luhoopsfan on Feb 28, 2013 20:24:55 GMT -5
Wait, this kid is a senior right now?
Jeez I hope we make the tourney and he can see for himself how much he will be able to play/contribute
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Post by rcoz on Feb 28, 2013 20:41:44 GMT -5
i am hoping they can gethime they do need someone with some size. he would be perfect.
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Post by mookie on Mar 1, 2013 8:28:07 GMT -5
Joel Jean Baptiste!!
I actually think Flo is the most recent euro...but Joel actually got on the court
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Post by rcoz on Mar 1, 2013 20:23:45 GMT -5
i cannot find anything on this kid i cant find that we offered. it just says the shockers and us are interested
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Post by Deleted on Mar 2, 2013 8:20:08 GMT -5
One of my professors called him "Joel" "Gene" Baptiste. JJB didn't protest so I had to say something. It's "Joelle" "John" Baptiste. It's French! Pronounced like his namesake, St. La Salle!
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Post by rcoz on Mar 2, 2013 8:46:24 GMT -5
is this kid playing in the us or is he still overseas? i cannot find this kid anywhere nor can i find what he thinks of lasalle
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Post by jellybean on Mar 2, 2013 8:58:23 GMT -5
is this kid playing in the us or is he still overseas? i cannot find this kid anywhere nor can i find what he thinks of lasalle 88's post referenced the top players in INDIANA with his school. My post referenced him backing up TWO blue chip players on his HS team. Just Google News for info on him. Really. |
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Post by explorer88 on Mar 6, 2013 14:48:12 GMT -5
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Post by explorerman on Mar 6, 2013 17:38:39 GMT -5
Hmm.. thanks
A 6'10 Power Forward... Offense is geared towards him setting the pick for the PG who doesn't look to kick it to him even when open. So it was difficult to see his "well acclaimed" jumper..
Uses both hands could be a better finisher around the basket... And while not great footwork, it is ok footwork.. He gets his shoulder in there to box out which is nice...
He doesn't seem to be the typical European player as is he does not look that lanky..
After tape watching, he looks like a player that could really benefit from a redshirt year that could be really good immediately following that year (working on getting leaner, finishing around the hoop and plyometrics)... But he could still play a little as a true freshman..
Small sample size but a great video thanks..
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