I’ve watched him play and he could play at the Big 10 level one day, I think? I’d like for him to go to IU as the bottom recruit of the 21 class but I doubt that it will happen. Do you guys hope he goes to Purdue? When I watched him play I felt like he was as good or even a little better than Hulls and Michael Lewis at that age, both of which ended up being solid players. I could be wrong but I’d like to see him on a good college team to see if I’m right or not about him?
Luke Brown
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We only have one more scholarship for 2021 and that is likely targeted for a higher rated recruit. He probably would have to be a walk-on at Purdue and it sounds like he may be too good a player to accept that. I am thinking he will go somewhere like Ball State and be a pain in the rear if we played them in the future.
If he comes to Purdue, because of our extremely limited scholie situation......it will be in the Luce mode and he would be the hero of Mackey....all beit slightly different as that team has high FF probabilities. So being that team's hero has a slightly more attractive draw.
I haven't seen him play since his freshman year when he still very much had the body of a high school freshman and he was still battling Osgood-Schlatter where he was noticeably limping during games and rumor has it that he was being carried out to the bus by coaches/teammates after some games.
For him, I think the questions were/are always going to be his size and speed to play at a high D-1 level. I think he could potentially find a niche somewhere because his skills are exceptional, his court vision is very good, and his work ethic sounds top notch. I could see him as a backup point guard and/or shooting specialist in the Big Ten if he's grown enough.
For him, I think the questions were/are always going to be his size and speed to play at a high D-1 level. I think he could potentially find a niche somewhere because his skills are exceptional, his court vision is very good, and his work ethic sounds top notch. I could see him as a backup point guard and/or shooting specialist in the Big Ten if he's grown enough.
Reminds me a bit of Carson Cunningham. I like the ball handling skills, something we are lacking this season. Will be interesting to see how many spots we end up with in the 2021 class. I could see him getting a call if a couple spots open up and we are in need of a backup point guard.
IMHO: PWO at Purdue or IU, or, a stud at Ball State.
It all depends on the experience he wants.
It all depends on the experience he wants.
I've seen the kid play several times. Here's my thoughts, based on friends and contacts I have in the Blackford district and having seen him play the past 3 years:
- He's almost a year older. Held back for growth/athletic reasons. Could help him as a freshman in college.
- He is slender, and could use another inch or two, but at 165#, he's solid...and he can gain weight if need be . He appears to be a legit 6' or 6'1".
- He's as good on the court as advertised. Doesn't turn the ball over, makes very good decisions.
- He makes his team better, which I believe should be the number one attribute when signing any player.
- He looks for, and finds the open man. He not only leads the state in scoring but in assists as well.
- He has, that I know of, 7 legit offers from D1 schools.
- Ball State is all over him. Could be his choice no matter what. But there have been discussions, with schools such as Butler, MSU, PU, IU, and other high majors.
- He's well coached and has great character.
- I think his defense is under-rated.
- He is the real deal.
Is he as good as Hulls right now....I believe he's better. His game reminds me a lot of Mike Lewis'.
I think he will be a better player than Sasha, but there are other needs and limited scholarships. He'll end up somewhere better than Ball St.
Sure Kyle.
The kid is a winner, will be a winner in college, and will most certainly get even better over this summer and next fall/winter.
I think he fits at Butler and at Purdue. And as stated, with another year, I think he can play at either.
I'm don't see the point in getting into this with you again, but I'll leave it at he's extremely over hyped, imo. If he wants to come have a Tommy Luce role, that's fine. Every team needs practice players. However, he won't be attending a B1G on scholarship without a surprise growth spurt.
I had another person tell me in the last month that they thought he could play in the Big, but I can't recall who told me.
Problem is he plays at a 2A school that plays a very weak schedule. Not sure he even saw a D1 prospect on any of the other teams they played. Who does he play for in the summer and how did he do? That will tell a lot more than putting up 32 a game against bad competition
That is probably why some major programs are watching and being aware, but haven't jumped in yet. If one does, others will follow since that is how it seems to work
Right now, I'd probably wager a "small" bet that he's playing at a B10 level school when he's done. I do know that Ball State is in weekly contact with him, that he and the coach really get along, and that he's been at several BSU games. I also know that Ball State could very easily contend next year for a shot in the Dance, but that wouldn't be with him as he will still be at Blackford.I had another person tell me in the last month that they thought he could play in the Big, but I can't recall who told me.
All these guys on here saying he's to small, not good enough, yada.....just don't know.
I don't think the physical strength in guards is needed like years ago. However, Jay Burson surprised some people even back then
Yes, you know more than all of the coaches at the P5 level that haven't offered him... LOL
Purdue just signed a kid from a 2A school who a lot of folks are really excited about. That same school plays some pretty weak competition. So are you now saying that Furst isn't good enough? Just saying.
Give it up. What are you...12. It's evident I know a lot more about Luke Brown and his chances than you. Which doesn't take much if I'm honest.
Ya kid that also is number 30 player in the nation, is 6’10 , has a State Championship, possible 2021 Mr. Basketball and possible Mc Donald’s AA. Kid you are on here selling hasn't even won a sectional. By the way you may want to check out Blackhawk’s schedule. Just looked it up. They have played 14 4A teams (12-2). I Blackford has played no 4A teams. It seems as tho he has played a weak schedule and possibly not been overwhelming on the AAU circuit. If he had he would have more offers. Honestly Blackford’s schedule is a joke if you are trying to tout his numbers. Comparing these 2 players is absolute nonsense. There is a reason kid left Brownsburg. He wouldn’t be averaging anywhere near 32 there.
It seems as tho you are close to the kid. Wish nothing but the best for him. Just seems that he may Not be a power 5 kid. Nothing wrong with that. He can go to a mid major and possibly have a good career.
Jay Burson was such an outlier. Once he got past his FR year, I believe he started every game for OSU.
Luke is an extraordinarily gifted athlete. I've commented on him a couple of times before (I know him and his family). I love the way he plays.
Do I think he has the talent to play P5 ball? Yes.
I don't think Painter will make an offer unless he has someone leave the program, and a scholarship opens up.
Not sure whether or not Li'l Arch will offer. My guess is Luke is eventually rated a 3-star, and I don't think Arch would take a chance on him, but WTH do I know...
You've bought into the hype from his family and friends (maybe you are family). He doesn't have any P5 offers for a reason. I'd be willing to ban bet you that he doesn't end up at a P5 school. He just isn't big/good enough.
If you can't see there is a major difference in talent between Brown and Furst, you really don't know much about basketball.
Sorry, I'm not a family member. And I've personally not spoken to the kid, but do have some pretty strong ties to Blackford through my coaching days and friends I know.. You say he isn't good enough, but honestly how many times have you watched him in person?
As a former coach of many years, and as one who has had the joy of getting kids to the next level, Brown has the intanigibles that will get him to the next level, and most believe...because of those I mentioned before...that he will be at P5 school.
Yeah, Purdue is pretty well set with guards with his timing and do not think Purdue will offer either..unless a PWO and the kid will get offers to play and free schooling and so I doubt he and Purdue get together in any fashion either
Bob King once told me that there were players who might not be tall enough, quick enough, etc. that you don’t recruit. However, they go somewhere else and beat you. Our discussion centered around a kid named Krivacs who went to Southport. He had a pretty good career at Texas.
For what it’s worth, there’s a 2020 Marian commit in New Pal, whose parents both played on scholarship at LaSalle, who thinks Luke is the best guard in the 2021 class in-state.
You say "most believe he will be at a P5 School". Who are these people? Clearly they are not P5 coaches or recruiting analysts as all of those people agree he will be low major to mid major. Again, if "most" agree he will go P5, where are his P5 offers? He isn't even ranked by recruiting services. Cooper Neese 2.0.
Kyle, I appreciate your energy.
I've been known to "get in someone's grille" from time-to-time, so I'm not complaining. With that said, you seem to be stuck in that mode lately.
Try easing off a bit. No need to be confrontational all the time.
Regardless, not a P5 player. He may get a flyer offer from Iowa as they seem to offer everyone in Indiana, but it's not likely unless he hits a growth spurt.
Just an AD who played in college, a staff member who was a wrestler and lifter at Purdue, and others I know and respect in the community. Here's the deal, the kid's got another year, and this coming summer to get more attention. I'm in his corner that he's that damned good.
Why...because I question your ideas on this? Because I actually know folks involved with the kid? Because I've actually watched him play in person? Because I know what it takes to get to that level he'll need to get to? I've done the dance Kyle, I've had players play in college who scouts and predictors said would never make it. But they did because they had the intangibles they needed to get there. I've also had players come home after one semester because it took more than they were willing to give.
Furst is a different player in a different position. They don't grow many 6'10" guys with ability. Guards are guards. As for being at Brownsburg, I'm guessing he'd be just as good or better with a better cast of players around him And as the state's assist leader, I'm sure he'd have even more at a bigger school.
I'll just let his career play out, knowing that barring any injuries, he's going to be very good and help some coach win games that he might not of.
Should be easy for you to accept a ban bet that over this then. I’m saying Brown will not go to a P5 school on scholarship. Deal?
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