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Joe Budzelek

1 month

So, I don't like running, but I love helping kids experience the joy of UConn games! On Oct 6, I'll run the SoNo 5k for the Husky Ticket Project. Every dollar counts! Please share & donate ❤

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

6 months

In short order, Coach Spradlin has brought in A LOT of size to the @JMUMBasketball frontcourt via the portal: 6'11 Hutchins-Everett via Seton Hall 6'10 Dowuona via GT 6'6 Taylor via 'Cuse 6'7 Ricks II via Morehead St. 6'6 Smith vis So. Indiana.

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@ElijahHEverett8

6 months

I will be committing to Coach Spradlin and JMU 🐶💜 #GoDukes

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

With Amzil in the fold, the starting lineup for @UNMLoboMBB looks solidified and FORMIDABLE. Gs: Mashburn, House, Baker (via Fresno State) Fs: Amzil (via Dayton) & Junior Joseph (via Iona). Arguably the best starting lineup in mid-majors: #MWC

Mustapha Amzil

@CantStaphMe

1 year

What's good 505!!🐺 #committed

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

The @KeithUrgo effect. According to @247Sports , Fordham's '22 and '23 classes include four of the top seven recruits in program history ( @JahmereTripp ranks 6th).

Fordham G

@Fordhambball

2 years

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

With Udeze graduating NJJ fits @UNMLoboMBB PERFECTLY alongside the returning the senior backcourt of Mashburn/House (combined 36 ppg). Add in three ⭐️⭐️⭐️ recruits from the '22 class (Dent/Webb/Appelhans) and two ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ recruits this season (Washington/Toppin)...WOW.

Nelly Junior Joseph

@eazynelz

1 year

💯 committed let’s work Lobos Nation

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 months

In other words: VCU added Jamarii Thomas, but then was contacted by South Carolina with an offer that was rich enough for him to flip his commitment. This is where the portal, in the way it is, simply sucks.

Jamie Shaw

@JamieShaw5

5 months

NEWS: Norfolk State transfer Jamarii Thomas, the reigning MEAC Player of the Year, has flipped his commitment to South Carolina he tells @On3sports The 6-0 PG averaged 16.9 points, 3.8 assists, and 2.1 steals this season. READ:

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Prior to this pickup, @UAB_MBB was rich with guard options, but the addition of former #CarolinaFamily big Will Shaver (6'10 260, 142nd ranked prospect of '21) could make a potential Trey Jemison-esque impact soon in his hometown of #BirminghamCity Overall, excellent offseason.

will shaver

@willshaver6

1 year

City on my back Fr.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

Tristen Newton's 1st 8 #BIGEASThoops games: 7.5p, 36.4 2p%, 3.1 FTA Last 4: 16.5p, 61.9 2p%, 7.8 FTAs It's taken some time, but Newton's starting to figure out how to attack the basket and draw fouls for @UConnMBB at an elite rate (8th highest FD/40 in Big East).

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

I'm low 🔑 loving @BradleyUMBB and their navigation of the portal. Bradley has prioritized young, high-upside talent: G Emarion Ellis via Marquette, #112 recruit, '21 G Trey Pettigrew via Nevada, #144 recruit, '22 C Kyle Thomas via E. Illinois, #289 recruit, '22 #MVC

Bradley Basketball

@BradleyUMBB

1 year

SIGNED 🖊️ 🏀 Welcome to the hilltop, @EmarionEllis2

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 month

I love @VCU_Hoops ' roster: Aside from Russell at PG and Fermin at C, the mixing and matching potential up and down their lineup is tantalizing. Clark/Belle can play 4 or 5. Jackson/Shulga can play all three backcourt positions, Bamisile 2/3, Billups 3/4.

Jack Clark

@Jack5Clark_

1 month

📍Waiver Approved !! time to hoop. 🖤💛

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

8 months

@RoccoMiller8 ESPN continues to try its best at ruining the sports experience.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

6 months

New ✍️ on the blog - "Fairfield Basketball: The Rebirth in Real-Time of a MAAC Basketball Power" 🔽🔽 @Stags_AD Paul Schlickmann was kind enough to talk Stags hoops with me and its impact on the school's present and future. #MAACHoops #WeAreStags 🤘

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

8 months

Let the “VCU replacing DePaul in #BigEast ” chatter resume…

Mike O'Donnell

@MOD4three

8 months

The @VCU_Hoops practice facility is off the charts. Roy Hibbert literally just said “wow, this is NBA level”.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 months

@VCU_Hoops now has only 8 scholarships filled, but quality > quantity. VCU adds an ELITE end-game closer thanks to his ability to get to the line (6.8 fouls drawn/40) and convert (81 FT%). Deadly perimeter shooter (39 3P%). Thomas-Bamilsile-Jackson = best backcourt in #A10MBB

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

25 days

While Memphis is still considered the favorite, @Yaxel_Lendeborg is a big reason why UAB has a solid shot to play in their third NCAA tournament in four seasons. Yaxel is the star, but this team is DEEP: they've got seven or eight guys who can score double-digits any given night

Screen The Screener CBB

@sthescbb

25 days

COUNTING DOWN the 111 BEST #CBB PLAYERS THE #gus111 highlights... 52. @UAB_MBB defensive force 53. @UConnMBB combo guard 54. @BaylorMBB double double 55. @KUHoops paint roamer #WinAsOne #EVERYTHING #SicEm #CultureofJOY #PayHeed

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Real happy for Supreme Cook. @GeorgetownHoops fans: want a comparable? The former @FairfieldMBB big was kinda like the #MAACHoops version of Sanogo: a smart, hard-working big w/ nice footwork. Will be a solid contributor and will fight for a starting role for #HoyaSaxa

Jeff Goodman

@GoodmanHoops

1 year

Fairfield transfer Supreme Cook has committed to Georgetown and will play for Ed Cooley, he told @Stadium . The 6-9, 230-pound big man averaged 13.1 points and 8.5 rebounds this past season.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Love this pickup for @SetonHallMBB The 4⭐️ 6'10 220 PF from 🇦🇴 was the highest rated recruit in @BroncoSportsMBB history, showcasing athleticism and stretch ability in limited time as a freshman. High upside pickup, who could step up to a starting role in 23-24. #HALLin

The Portal Report

@ThePortalReport

1 year

Boise State (D1) transfer Sadraque Nganga has committed to Seton Hall!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

6 months

I LOVE the fit of Chris Manon and Seton Hall. Like Kadary Richmond, Manon is a big guard who can create offense in transition and in post-up situations. Also, he's a dogged defender who @CoachSha10 would utilize to his fullest potential. So much versatility. We'll see. #HALLin

The Portal Report

@ThePortalReport

6 months

Cornell (D1) transfer Chris Manon will take two visits this week, per source: Thursday-Friday Seton Hall Sunday-Monday Vanderbilt Manon has already visited Richmond and Oregon.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

At 6'9 200 and a willingness to stretch the floor, Kuany provides #LetsGoVCU with a frontcourt addition that ranked within the top-15 in #Pac12 conference play in: 12th: 4.3 fouls drawn per 40 13th: 18.2 DR%, 38.2 FTRate 14th: 81 FT% Great late-in-game option due to FT ability.

Kuany Kuany 🇸🇸

@kuany13

1 year

New Beginning ⏳ @VCU_Hoops #LetsGoVCU #UNLIMITED

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

No comment on the Fairfield hoops, but as a #UConn fan, each and every season we have Kimani Young on the squad is a true privilege. Elite recruiter and Hurley's right-hand man. The players love him too. Fans of wherever/whenever he gets a head coaching gig should be PUMPED.

Trilly Donovan

@trillydonovan

2 years

They didn’t build that palace to go 13-18.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

A major factor of the rise of @FordhamMBB that needs more attention. The leadership of Darius Quisenberry ( @dquiz23 ) Not only is he the guy whenever the team needs a big bucket, but his energy, positivity and big-brother seniority leads the #Ramily

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

It's hard to expect much from reclass prospects for next season's impact, but Duane Thompson's game as a 6'8 215 combo forward is very diverse and will impact @BonniesMBB in a variety of ways. I'm a big fan of the long-term prospects of Thompson, Rose and Martinez... #A10MBB

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@Andrew__Slater

1 year

6’8” Duane Thompson @DoloDuane of @PSAhoops & @thebabc has committed to St. Bonaventure 👀 #Bonnies Credit to the same person for getting this one & Charles Pride done ✅

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

@VCU_Hoops to the Big East makes too much sense. Some notes since the 2009-10 season: * 10 tournament apparences * A top-75 @kenpomeroy finish in all but one season Plus, one of the best fanbases and arena experiences in the nation.

Jaden Daly

@DalyDoseOfHoops

1 year

PLEASE let this happen eventually. VCU in the Big East would be 50 shades of awesome.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 months

WOW. The backcourt for @VCU_Hoops is LOADED. The 5th year trio of Shulga/Jackson/Bamilisile return and they combined to average 35 points-per-game Also, VCU added transfer Phillip Russell (UTA) and 3⭐️ freshman Brandon Jennings.

Jon Rothstein

@JonRothstein

5 months

Sources: Max Shulga is returning to VCU next season and will not attend Villanova. Averaged 14 PPG, 4.6 RPG, and 3.6 APG last season. A massive coup for Ryan Odom and the Rams.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 month

New ✍️ on the blog: Fairfield WBB: The Most Dangerous Mid-Major in the Nation. Link: Returning nine rotation players, their top-five scorers and an impressive infusion of talent, Fairfield will be tested early in their non-conference schedule #MAACHoops

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

More proof that @NMStateMBB basketball will continue to be one of the best mid-majors in the nation during the Greg Heiar tenure.

Joe Tipton

@TiptonEdits

2 years

2023 four-star Darius Carr has committed to New Mexico State, he tells @On3Recruits . Becomes the second highest-ranked prospect in school history to commit to the program. Story:

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

Another #MarchMadness sleeper should they make the tournament: @UVUmbb - Ws over Oregon & BYU - #9 in EFG% defense (44.8%) - #57 in FTA/FGA (35.9%) - high-major size (avg height (6'6) - veteran backcourt (Darthard/Woodbury/Harmon average 13+ ppg) - Bandaogo=elite rim protector

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

10 months

Imagine if @VCU_Hoops had Bamisile early this season. Their losses to McNeese St., Iowa St., Boise St., Norfolk St. and Memphis were by an average of just 5.4 points.

A10 Talk

@A10Talk

10 months

We could potentially see the following transfers make their debut this weekend 👀 Joe Bamisile (VCU) David Green (URI) Jalen Haynes (GMU) Brad Ezewiro (SLU)

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

6 months

I love how low-key @UVMmbb is returning SEVEN rotation players AND reeled in UCF/Memphis transfer Jayhlon Young. Deloney + Veretto were excellent, but it's reasonable to expect next year's team to be even better. #AEHoops

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

IMO, the pickup of Mitchell is MAJOR for @PennStateMBB in Rhoades' first season at the helm. Mitchell's ability to draw fouls (5.0 fouls/40 min, 187th in the nation) and connect from the stripe (84%) will be HUGE in crunch time when buckets are needed. Mitchell is a closer.

RayQuawndis Mitchell

@rayquawndis

1 year

Proverbs 3:5 🔵⚪️🦁 #Commited #WeAre #Rhoadeslesstraveled #wmdt

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 days

Monday nights tend to be college basketball ghost towns, so this recently announced North Texas at McNeese game instantly becomes a marquee game of that day. Two teams with Top-50 potential. Love this matchup.

Jon Rothstein

@JonRothstein

7 days

Source: McNeese will host North Texas on November 18th as part of its 2024-25 non-conference schedule.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Newest @ODU_MBB commit Caden Diggs is the highest ranked prospect in program history, per 247. Jeff Jones has been stepping it up recruiting lately, with '24 commits Diggs & Deion Ware, plus '23 commit Vasean Allete, all ranking within the program's top-five prospects. @cayy4k

24/7 High School Hoops

@247HSHoops

1 year

NEWS: 2024 4⭐️ Caden Diggs has committed to Old Dominion, a source tells me. Diggs is an athletic wing and a high-flyer around the rim. Has a solid 3pt shot and is a multi-positional defender. He chose Old Dominion over Iowa, St. Joseph’s and George Washington amongst many

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

According to the article below, new @NMStateMBB commit Yaak Yaak visited Iowa State in October and had previous interest with BYU. Yaak joins a very solid '23 recruiting class that also features 3⭐️ commits Lewis Duarte and Keylon Doresy.

BYU Basketball Recruiting Notebook, 5/27

After Jake Wahlin officially committed to Utah, BYU has one open scholarship to fill for the upcoming season. I expect BYU to add a forward/front court player with the remaining spot. BYU’s front...

www.vanquishthefoe.com

NM State MBB

@NMStateMBB

1 year

Fresh off a stint with the NBA Global Academy in Australia 🇦🇺, @YaakYaak4 is headed to Las Cruces to be an Aggie!🤝 📰 | #AggieUp

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

One of the 'stretchier' stretch bigs in the nation: The 6'11 Waterman shoots 65% of his FGs from deep, making them at a 44% clip. After if Waterman doesn't start, he'll get valuable minutes at the 4 spot. Solid pick up for @BonniesMBB

SBUnfurled

@SBUnfurled

2 years

Noah Waterman ( @WatermanNoah ) has committed to St. Bonaventure, per IG. The 6-11 stretch 4 began his career at Niagara and played the last two seasons at Detroit. He averaged 9 points and 4 rebounds in 44 games, going 80-182 (44%) from deep. Three years of eligibility remaining.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

4 months

New ✍️ on the blog, "A Look at STAC's Outbound Transfers and Previewing their 2024-25 Roster" Link> A huge thanks to @STACBasketball head coach Matthew Capell for his time!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Entering this offseason with just 4 scholarships filled, Tony Skinn and his staff (adding Steve Curran is HUGE) have done a nice job building @MasonMBB back up. If the season started today, the opening lineup of Polite, Maddox, Billups, Hall, Kelly looks nicely balanced. #A10

xkeyy

@xkeyy2

1 year

Bet On YourSelf let’s Rock Mason Nation💚💛 Shock the world! @CoachTonySkinn @MasonMBB

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

One mid-major 💤 for 23-24: @GreenWaveMBB * Return 4 starters (5th YRs Cross/Forbes averaged a combined 33 ppg) * 4 incoming transfers are either 10+ scorers or outgoing from high-majors * Both '23 HS commits had 10+ offers * Hunter one of the best coaches around #RollWave

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 months

Love this fit. With Tyon Grant-Foster graduating, former #sjubb wing Glenn Taylor Jr. will help replace TGF's slashing, ability to attack and draw fouls and above-the-rim transition buckets. With a career 78 FT%, Taylor will be an excellent late-game closer for @GCU_MBB

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

Just days after snaring 5th yr scoring G Japhet Medor and promising SO F Josh Rivera on the #portal , @FordhamMBB in the final mix for ⭐️⭐️⭐️ prospect @jasonriv23 , a lengthy shooter who, if committed, would rank as the #3 rated prospect in program history.

Available senior Jason Rivera-Torres is nearing a decision

ATLANTA -- One of the top available prospects in the class of 2023 Jason Rivera-Torres is nearing a decision. Rivera is a 6-foot-6 shooting guard who attends John Marshall in

247sports.com

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

@mid_madness RANK THE OWLS. * 16-1 * 15 straight wins * Win over Florida * Regular season🧹🧹 of North Texas * Beat UAB RANK THE OWLS.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

HUGE news for Khalid Moore and also huge news for @FordhamMBB especially in their leverage when courting high-major transfers: At GT, Moore was solid, but at Fordham, Moore catapulted as a two-way star with an impressive resume/tape to boast to pro scouts. #ramily #A10MBB

Everything Fordham Hoops

@fordhamhoopsfan

1 year

Khalid Moore has officially declared for the 2023 NBA draft, per his instagram. Best of luck @Kaptin02 !

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 months

After Thomas bailed, nice pivot by @VCU_Hoops to shore up their point guard spot. Lots to like about Russell: a three-level scoring guard who led UTA in offensive efficiency and finished last season with a 4.4 to 2.4 a/to ratio. 15 ppg, 38 3P%, 85 FT% #A10MBB

West Pine Bills

@WestPineBills

5 months

Per his Instagram, former Billiken Phil Russell has committed to VCU

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

No brainder move for @UAB_MBB @CoachAK13 has helped reestablish UAB as one of the most feared mid-majors nationally, going 56-18 in their last two seasons in the C-USA. Now in the #AAC , the Blazers will have a bit of a rebuild w/ Walker, Jemison et al graduated, but don't 💤

UAB Men's Basketball

@UAB_MBB

1 year

𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 We have agreed to a contract extension with @CoachAK13 through the 2028-29 season! #WinAsOne

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

4 months

No wonder D1 programs have been lining up for @STACBasketball players: F James Patterson to @IonaGaelsMBB C Lawrence Foreman to @UMESHawksHoops W Kyle Pulliam to @WMTribeMBB G Richard Smith to @ACU_MBB Personal accolades aside, STAC kids are well-coached and well-taught.

STAC Basketball

@STACBasketball

6 months

Congrats Coach!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

My next offseason overview covers @UAB_MBB , a team with one of, if not THE best collection of returning fifth-year seniors, led by one of the most exciting guards in the country: Jelly Walker. UAB is a team to watch in March! Blog link below: 👇 #uab

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

@JamieShaw5 @TiptonEdits @duke_lights @BlueDevilNation @BlueDevils @BarstoolBDevils Underwhelming response. Stay in New England, Cooper! @UConnMBB or @MaineMBB are the ONLY options!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Woah, sneaky good pickup for @IonaGaelsMBB . The smooth shooting @FordhamMBB decommit was offered by 12 other programs and immediately joins as a possible starter for #Iona . #MAACHoops

Alex Bates IV

@abates_4

1 year

Ready for the next chapter, 100% committed!! @IonaGaelsMBB @andersontobin @CoachStitzel @DHolloway_

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Attn #Ramily !!! New ✍️ on the blog: A "way too early" 1600+ word preview of @FordhamMBB 👉 With 13 scholarships filled and 10 returnees, few programs have the continuity and clarity of how next year might look. 🐏 of Rose Hill have #A10 🏆 potential.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

HUGE news for @FordhamMBB Rumors swirled that Medor wouldn’t be eligible until the spring semester, so now Fordham’s PG dilemma has been solved. Big shoes to fill w/ Quisenberry graduated, but Medor was solid for UTSA. Scored 23 v Utah and avg’d 21.5 ppg v UAB.

Jon Rothstein

@JonRothstein

1 year

Source: Fordham's Japhet Medor has received a waiver from the NCAA and is immediately eligible for the 2023-24 season. Medor is NOT a two-time transfer, but needed to pass certain academic requirements to be eligible. Transfer from UTSA who averaged 13.7 PPG last season.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

According to @247Sports 's composite, @MasonMBB 's '21 + '22 + '23 classes now include four of the 25 best recruits in program history. The Kim English effect. @Englishscope24 #a10

Joe Tipton

@TiptonEdits

2 years

2023 three-star Austin Ball has committed to George Mason, he tells @On3Recruits .

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

New on the blog: The top mid-major '22 recruiting classes of the Northeast: 1) @CULionsMBB 2) @GoNUmbasketball 3) @IonaGaelsMBB 4) @UVMmbb Major shoutout again to #uvm forward @PerrySmithJr2 for his time writing to me back in June. #maac #CAA #Ivy

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

'23 Sultan Adewale (62nd ranked PF) is a high-impact addition for whomever picks him up. 6'8 205 🇬🇧 combo forward previously held offers from nine high-major programs. Versatile inside/out on offense, athletic, high-motor, rim-protection, rebounding... #MAACHoops

Guy Falotico

@IonaGuyF

1 year

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

Thanks to @PerrySmithJr2 for his time and reflection on my overview of the Vermont Catamounts' offseason: Never Rebuilding: Battle Tested Vets and a Touted ‘22 Class Drive Another Reload. Link: #CBB #Vermont

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

I really like @GreenWaveMBB and their navigation of the portal. 3 out of the 4 pieces are incoming sophomores, including, @asherwoods22 , providing Tulane with long-term value: Kolby King via St. John's 6'2 G, former #294 recruit Gregg Glenn via Michigan 6'7 F, former #112

Jeff Goodman

@GoodmanHoops

1 year

Tulane has landed VMI transfer Asher Woods, per source. The 6-3 guard averaged 14.2 points as a freshman.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

27 days

According to 247's composite, Jayden Reid is Quinnipiac's first top-250 commit since the duo of Tevin Baskin and Jamee Jackson signed w/ #BobcatNation in 2009. #MAACHoops

Jayden Reid

@jaydenreid_

27 days

#committed

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

@UAB_MBB adds former 6'9 230 #sjubb commit @Yaxel_Lendeborg Lendeborg's 22-23 season at @AWCMatadors 17.2p, 13.0r, 72.7 FG%, 2.6a, 1.5s, 1.4b 👀 #WinAsOne

Yaxel Lendeborg

@Yaxel_Lendeborg

1 year

Thank the man above for all the blessings. Hopefully I get a warm welcome! Now let’s get this ring! Let’s go blazers !🐉❤️ #GDIA #WinAsOne

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

10 months

A live look at @IonaGaelsMBB transfers from last year: Clayton (Florida): 16.5p, 3.6a, 36.7 3P% Slaz (WVU): 17p, 5.1r, 36.2 3P% Jenkins (St. John's): 11.8p, 5.8a NJJ (N. Nexico): 8.3p, 7.2r, 1.1b Really makes me pause and think just how good last year's squad was. #MAACHoops

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

New column on the blog 👇👇👇 With 12 schollies filled, I take a deep dive with an early preview of @UVMmbb Major thanks to @WACHoopsDigest and @FfldFrank for contributing! 🙏 #ThisIsVermont #AEHoops

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

I’d much prefer not to expand March Madness, but one postseason tournament I do support expanding: the NIT from 32 to 64 teams. Ideally, the extra 32 teams would lean mid-major, the programs likely most excited to participate.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Nice bounce back for @NMStateMBB after Denijay Harris' decommit. The 3⭐️ recruit previously held offers from Creighton, Illinois, St. John's, Rutgers, Miss. St, S. Carolina, Wash. St. and others. 2nd 3⭐️ incoming freshman of NMSU's class. #AggieUp

NM State MBB

@NMStateMBB

1 year

Lock it in!🔒 Lewis Duarte is officially an Aggie!😤 The young man from the DR brings energy, athleticism and tons of upside to the program!💪 📰 | #AggieUp

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

25 days

This is awesome. Long live basketball programs like Murray State: historic institutions located off the beaten path, but when players commit here, there are all-in on playing great basketball.

CollegeAD

@collegead

26 days

Murray State announces plans for a significant eight-figure renovation to the CFSB Center, home of the Racers basketball program

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 months

My next #MAACHoops preview is up on the blog, this time @JaspersMBB , a team primed to be one of the most improved in the conference in Y2 of the John Gallagher era. Link: Thanks to Coach Gal for spending time this week discussing the new-look Jaspers!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

The proverbial sage has finally cleared @NMStateMBB of the entire roster from the Heiar disaster. NMSU has a rich history, great fanbase and good momentum with @CoachJHoot at the helm. College basketball is just better when NMSU is a factor...I'll be rooting for them #AggieUp

Verbal Commits

@VerbalCommits

1 year

New Mexico State G Anthony Roy has entered the transfer portal.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

These rule changes are so dumb. High-major programs sometimes scoff at NIT invitations, but they are highlights for most mid-majors who are invited. @MeanGreenMBB won it all last year. @HofstraMBB beat Rutgers. Highlights for both programs. NIT needs MORE mid-majors than less

Jeff Goodman

@GoodmanHoops

1 year

NIT Changes: For the 2024 NIT, conference regular season champions that do not win their conference tournament or are not otherwise selected to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship will not receive an automatic bid to the NIT. Instead, the NIT will guarantee two

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

7 months

Welp, not surprised, but proud of taking a shot!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

The NIL landscape has brought in a sharp increase of talent, both in the transfer and HS grad class, for @TheRunninRebels Second straight recruiting class, UNLV is bringing in a 4⭐️ recruit, plus all three of their transfer additions have B12 experience. #MWMBB

Sidelines - UNLV

@SSN_UNLV

1 year

#UNLVmbb lands 2024 4 ⭐️ SF James Evans! Great addition for Kevin Kruger! @RebelWayOrNoWay favorite player from this class!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

11 months

Hard to find a gym with more character than Rose Hill. An honor to be here!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

Some history today: @FordhamMBB 's win against #86 Tulane is the program's highest ranked win (according to KenPom) since beating Rhode Island ( #34 ) on 2/15/17. Congrats to @KeithUrgo ! #A10MBB

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 months

The #MEAC Preseason POY Shy Odom played 19 games last year due to a back injury, but had an incredible freshman season at @HUMensBB showing all-around versatility at 6'6 229. He'll play up and down the @UVMmbb frontcourt next season as their roster looks set w/ 13 schollies 🚟

Vermont Men’s Basketball News

@UVMMBFannatics

5 months

Welcome to Catamount Country! @ShyOdom22 🐱

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

New 3⭐️ @SaintLouisMBB commit JQ Williford ranks, according to 247, as SLU's seventh highest rated recruit of all-time -- one spot higher than Yuri Collins and the highest rated recruit since Hassan French. #A10MBB

West Pine Bills

@WestPineBills

1 year

3 star wing Ja’Quavis Williford has committed to SLU, per his Instagram. He recently visited SLU, and chose the Billikens over UNLV and Oregon State. Welcome @jaquaviswill to SLU! 🔵⚪️🔵⚪️🔵⚪️

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Excellent start to the 2024 class for @LATechHoops All three commits are currently 3⭐️ prospects and were offered by at least one high-major. Honestly, with the shakeup in the #CUSA I can picture the Bulldogs atop the conference very, very soon. The @CoachTHester effect.

Clarence payia

@PayiaClarence

1 year

Commited💯💯

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

3 months

Here's a sneak peak to my breakout pick for Quinnipiac, incoming freshman wing Grant Randall. #MAACHoops

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

I love this pickup for @USFMBB for what is continuing to be an excellent offseason for @sunsetAMIR A 3⭐️commit from @GCU_MBB , as a freshman Knox earned a key role in a talented #LopesUp backcourt as a perimeter weapon (41.0 3P%) but he's got ability to keep growing his game.

Kobe 🥀🖤

@Kknox02

1 year

100% committed 🤘🏽💚

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

It's hard NOT to root for @FordhamMBB this season. Here's one of the favorite pieces I've written:

Andrew Moses

@andrewhmoses

1 year

In his 1st year as a head coach, Keith Urgo led Fordham Men's Basketball to its best season in 30+ years... Keith & the entire Fordham Athletics Department also completely reshaped the narrative around the program. Fordham’s historic Rose Hill arena went from an often

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Rodrigo Farias is now the second commit added this summer with high-major interest (offered from Georgetown, as well as Akron, Toledo and USF). Recruitment at @IonaGaelsMBB under Tobin Anderson has truly been something else...

rodrigo farias

@therealrodfar

1 year

HOMETOWN KID❤️💛 @IonaGaelsMBB @PWfor3 @andersontobin

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

10 months

And @AppStateMBB isn't just playing cupcakes. 5-2 against D1 opponents, the Mountaineers have beaten Auburn, UNCW and Murray State. #SunBelt

App State Basketball

@AppStateMBB

10 months

More stairs taken… - Our best start since 1988-89 (7-2) - Our longest non-conference winning streak since 1988-89 (6) National Stats out of 351 teams: - #1 in Defensive FG Pct - #2 in Blocks and RPG - #12 in bench points #TakeTheStairs

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

6 months

Rupert will be a really fun player for @IonaGaelsMBB ELITE on the defensive boards (44th highest DReb% in nation) and capable shot blocker. Efficient close to the rim too. At 6'8 240, Rupert will be a bruiser on both end of the court. #MAACHoops

Clarence Rupert

@CMILLLY4

6 months

MAAC Y’ALL MISS ME ??? 💍💍💍

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

Every year, people 💤 on @NMStateMBB . Their consistency transcends coaches: Theus, Menzies, Weir and Jans all led NMSU to the tournament in the last 15 years. I expect @gregheiar to continue the culture of winning in Las Cruces.

Colin Deaver

@ColinDeaverTV

2 years

New Mexico State will play FIU in a "secret" scrimmage tomorrow. Here's Greg Heiar last week on the shooting ability of @KyleFeit , who joined the Aggies' "125 club" by making 125-139 three-pointers (90%). To make the club, players have to hit 125-165 threes.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 months

@uncwmenshoops is one of the clear mid-major portal winners of this offseason. Their five-man transfer haul is good enough to be its own starting five at other mid-majors. #CAAHoops

Elijah Jamison

@bigticket_ej

5 months

Momma said she want her son back I told her bet 🦅🦅💙💙 #committed @CoachSiddleUNCW let’s do it!! 💙💚

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 months

WOW, hands-down this will be one of the best games on opening night and UAB is now Vermont's toughest non-conference game. P4s are afraid to schedule @UVMmbb , but UVM keeps building their OOC with strong mid-majors. Highlights:

Rocco Miller

@RoccoMiller8

2 months

NEWS: UAB and Vermont will meet in the 24-25 College Basketball season opener on Monday, November 4th in Birmingham, per sources. Two NCAA tournament squads from a year ago, two perennial winning programs, and one of the top CBB matchups on opening night. #AAC #AEMBB

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 months

It just hit me that NONE of the eight players from @BinghamtonMBB with remaining eligibility hit the portal this offseason. That speaks volume to @LevellSanders and his staff for their hard work and the relationships they build. #AEHoops #ONEBinghamton #ClawsOut

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

6 months

I'm a few days late to the game but HUGE news for @CharlotteMBB as Patterson was the offensive engine for the 49ers. @TheD1Docket is probably still celebrating. A dark-horse AAC contender. #GoldStandard

Inside The Mine Podcast

@insidethemine49

6 months

@camwillsports confirmed it folks! Lu'Cye Patterson is coming back for the 2024-2025 season! 🥳

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Thanks to @GeoffGrammer of @ABQJournal for a recent chat about new @FairfieldMBB commit Birima Seck out of @UNMLoboMBB More details will be on my #MAACSports breakout picks piece later this week, but for now here's a little thread: (1/4)

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

@ThePortalReport @mid_madness @CoachAK13 @MichalowskiCBB @UAB_MBB was great last season but with 4 grads returning (Walker, Buffen, Jemison, Lovan) and a five-man transfer haul led by Eric Gaines, I honestly think UAB will be even better this year. Top-25 potential. A program I plan on focusing on soon at the blog.

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@stf_ncaa

5 months

And to add, @UVMmbb returns BOTH of players that were named on the #AEHoops 2024 All-Defensive Team: Shamir Bogues and Ileri Ayo-Faleye. The addition of Memphis transfer Jaylon Young will add even more defensive 💪 for the Catamounts.

UVM Men's Basketball

@UVMmbb

5 months

How good was Vermont's defense in 2023-24? • 7th-ranked scoring defense nationally (63.0 papg) • Held #AEHoops opponents to a league-best 39.7% FG% • UVM's conference scoring defense (60.9 papg) was 6.7 points better than the next closest team

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

@BroncoSportsMBB is scheduling a non-con like a team that wants to earn an at-large bid: Highlights per @totally_t_bomb 15 St. Mary's 36 at Clemson 54 VT 72 Wazzu 124 v San Fran PLUS Two others from Orlando event: VCU, ISU, FAU, Butler, Penn St. Texas A&M

B.J. Rains

@BJRains

1 year

Here’s what I’ve gathered from sources on Boise State basketball’s non-con schedule. I believe they still need two games, including a season opener week of Nov. 6th.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

3 months

📱 "New Roster, who dis?" Headlined by the Herculean help from Guy Falotico and his excellent interview with Tobin Anderson, along with chats from various coaches, here's an introduction to the new-look Iona Gaels. Link👉 #MAACHoops #GaelNation #GoGaels

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

6 months

Perfect fit between @JayhlonYoung and @UVMmbb UVM likes guards who can shoot and play D and the 6’2 Young does both. Last season, Young finished with the top defensive metrics on Memphis, according to @EvanMiya #AEHoops

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

5 months

After adding Linday, a former top-100 prospect after a season apiece at UGA and Texas Tech, @RacersHoops continues to add one of the best transfer hauls of #MVCHoops along w/ Harcum (App St.), Milton (UAPB) and Ferguson (SIU).

The Portal Report

@ThePortalReport

5 months

Texas Tech transfer Kye’Ron Lindsay has committed to Murray State, per his IG. 🎨: @rtpgfx

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 months

With their #MakeChaos defense, depth and talent, expect Merrimack to immediately compete in their first season of #MAACHoops . Season Preview Link: Thanks to Coach Gallo for spending time this week discussing the team!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

@ATLHawks I watched every @UConnMBB last 2 seasons and @resemartin4 was a major catalyst in the huskies’ overall toughness. A versatile, team-first wing who is an excellent positional rebounder and improved his stroke during his two years at UConn. A steady leader too.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

7 months

Dynamic news for @UAB_MBB and the #AAC The former #SJUBB commit has shined at UAB, averaging 13.8p, 10.6r, 2.1b and shooting a strong .532/.333/.796 splits

Yaxel Lendeborg

@Yaxel_Lendeborg

7 months

Speculations

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

@GoodmanHoops @Stadium Out of those two teams, I gotta believe Alabama is the better choice for Nelson: they are desperate for bigs while Arkansas returns a healthy Brazile.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

At @DartmouthMBB , the 6'9 210 Krystkowiak (son of former NBA vet Larry) played both PF/C positions in @DartCoachMac 's fast paced offense, shooting a 60.5 2p% and 42.3 3p%. Expect 5-out opportunities at @IonaGaelsMBB w/ him and Shema sharing the floor. #MAACHoops #GaelNation

Gaelforce

@Gaelforce80

1 year

Per his Instagram 6'9 PF Cam Krystkowiak has committed to Iona. 50% FG..43% from three.. Let's go!!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

Finally official, the @FordhamMBB addition of Ogheneyole Akuwovo brings much needed veteran depth to the frontcourt behind Abdou Tsimbila. Averaged 16 mpg last season at @BinghamtonMBB . Per-40 stats: 13.2p, 10.8r, 1.6b #Ramily #A10MBB

Fordham Basketball

@FordhamMBB

1 year

Welcome to the Ramily, Ogheneyole Akuwovo!

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

#WeAreStags fans should be excited for adding @UNMLoboMBB transfer Birima Seck. The 6'11 200 junior from 🇸🇳 held offers from HM schools (Kansas, TT, ASU) and averaged 7.4 mpg across his two seasons in UNM. More on thread...

Fairfield Men’s Basketball

@FairfieldMBB

1 year

✍️ 𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡𝗘𝗗‼️ Welcome Birima Seck to @FairfieldU and the Fairfield Basketball family! ➡️ #WeAreStags #StagsCompete #StagsGrow 🤘🏀

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

2 years

@mid_madness My prediction: a tie.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

13 days

Per 247’s composite rankings, Gavin Hightower ranks as Iona’s highest ranked recruit of all-time. #MAACHoops

Sam Lance

@slancehoops

13 days

Top-150 prospect Gavin Hightower has committed to @IonaGaelsMBB , per his Instagram page. Great get for the #Gaels . Hightower is lightning fast, gets his teammates involved and can score it too. Averaged 9.8 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game at Peach Jam.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

3 months

This is a damn good non-conference schedule. To quote Tobin Anderson, Iona is a "mid-major plus" and, aside from West Virginia, each of these teams classify as a mid-major plus.

Iona Men’s Basketball

@IonaGaelsMBB

3 months

READY PLAYER ONE 🎮 The road to glory starts with a tough slate of non conference opponents and a quick stop at the Bahamas. PRESS THE LIKE TO CONTINUE

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

#sjubb is now officially the “villain to root against” in the Big East. The @FordhamMBB v @StJohnsBBall game at MSG is going to be 🎇

Trilly Donovan

@trillydonovan

1 year

“The limit does not exist.” - Rick Pitino, probably.

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Joe Budzelek

@stf_ncaa

1 year

I’d love to go to the @UConnFootball season opener v NC State, but can’t make it up to Hartford on a Thursday. In lieu, I donated to @HuskyTicketProj one of my favorite charities!

Husky Ticket Project

@HuskyTicketProj

1 year

This year’s @UConnFootball tickets are flying off the shelves during our claim period for our partner organizations. We can’t wait to see so many smiling faces at The Rent. Going to be our biggest year yet! 📈🏈🐺

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