Aaric Murray

[downtown85]

I saw one Lasalle game his freshman year (I think it was against Temple or similar competition) and Murray had a great game, both offensively and defensively.  He looked more like a Senior big man and not a freshman. 

He is a sophomore and is transferring from Lasalle.  Apparently, according this article we are pursuing him pretty aggressively. 

http://articles.philly.com/2011-04-01/news/29370778_1_explorers-coach-john-giannini-source-aaric-murray

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

He sounds good. That would be a wonderful scenario.

[Markusquette]

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/player/profile?playerId=46199

Great stat line.  Would be a nice get for sure I think.  2.9bpg too and one game with 9 blocks!

[MUMac]

Didn't we look at Murray initially when he was in HS?  I seem to recall that we were considering and being considered in late summer/early fall of '09.   

[Markusquette]

Didn't we look at Murray initially when he was in HS?  I seem to recall that we were considering and being considered in late summer/early fall of '09.   

I think I noticed us on his scout profile, so probably did look at him back then.

[nyg]

Didn't we look at Murray initially when he was in HS?  I seem to recall that we were considering and being considered in late summer/early fall of '09.   

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball/recruiting/player-Aaric-Murray-79213

Heres something.

[Stretchdeltsig]

The only bad thing is that he would have sit out for one year tying up a scholarship.

[🏀]

This would be a great get.

[wadesworld]

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/player/profile?playerId=46199

Great stat line.  Would be a nice get for sure I think.  2.9bpg too and one game with 9 blocks!

For sure you think?  Which one is it?

[GGGG]

The only bad thing is that he would have sit out for one year tying up a scholarship.

Or we could get a freshman who would be tying up a scholarship sitting on the bench anyway.

Interesting how we keep going head to head with WVU on so many people.

[Markusquette]

For sure you think?  Which one is it?

smartass

[Skatastrophy]

smartass

It *was* a surprisingly poorly crafted sentence for sure I think.

[MUMac]

Some articles referred to soem attitudinal concerns with Murray.  Not saying that is a problem (see Robert Jackson), but I suspect Buzz would do some investigation first.  Might be a time where Buzz' coaching networking is a nice advantage.

[Markusquette]

It *was* a surprisingly poorly crafted sentence for sure I think.

for sure, I think you're right.

[brewcity77]

I saw one Lasalle game his freshman year (I think it was against Temple or similar competition) and Murray had a great game, both offensively and defensively.  He looked more like a Senior big man and not a freshman.

From watching him, do you think he would be more of a center here at Marquette, or does he have the quickness and offensive acumen to be a face-up 4 on offense? I love what it seems like he brings, but if we had Otule, Gardner, and Murray all as centers in 2 years, that'd be incredibly congested when it comes to PT.

EDIT: My lord, noticing a few more stats. His points and rebounds are great, but he also shoots 75% free throws and 35% from 3. I love the look of this kid...if he could play the 4, that'd be an awesome frontcourt with Otule and Gardner rotating at the 5.

[Marquette84]

From watching him, do you think he would be more of a center here at Marquette, or does he have the quickness and offensive acumen to be a face-up 4 on offense? I love what it seems like he brings, but if we had Otule, Gardner, and Murray all as centers in 2 years, that'd be incredibly congested when it comes to PT.

EDIT: My lord, noticing a few more stats. His points and rebounds are great, but he also shoots 75% free throws and 35% from 3. I love the look of this kid...if he could play the 4, that'd be an awesome frontcourt with Otule and Gardner rotating at the 5.

Murray would immediately be the #1 center. I suspect the best option would be Murray at the 5 and someone else (WIlliams / Wilson / Anderson) as a 4, as opposed to Gardner or Otule plus Murray.

[bilsu]

I would really like us to get a transfer with the last scholarship. 13 players do not get to play regularly. I rather have a player that has to sit vs another player that is going to be unhappy not playing.

[brewcity77]

One other bonus with a guy like Murray is how much he would help Otule and Gardner. Playing against a player like that in practice could really force them to elevate their games.

[KC_Warrior]

This would be a HUGE get.  Hope Buzz & co. can seal the deal.

[BCHoopster]

Sounds like a nice power forward to take over from Crowder!  This would give us the biggest front line
since the Wade era, it would be a nice get!  Love transfers, as they learn the system, and Todd Smith
gets to work with them for a full year.

[Boone]

In looking at our competition for Murray, OK State would currently have only one 4 or 5 on their roster by the year he'd be eligible, so that could be problematic. On the other hand, the article states that Murray enjoys the academic side of college, so that should tip the balance in our favor. Plus, we're in a conference where his family could regularly see him play.

[downtown85]

From watching him, do you think he would be more of a center here at Marquette, or does he have the quickness and offensive acumen to be a face-up 4 on offense?

The game where I saw him, he was playing the 5.  He was playing more of the traditional post up type game.  He didn't show his face up game to my recollection.  However, it was early in his freshman season and I remember thinking to myself, "legitimate bigs always take two or three years to develop or they go to UNC or Kentucky or other big name program if they are good enought to contribute right away, how the heck did Lasalle land this stud?"

[Jay Bee]

No chance.  The Philly pipeline has been closed.

[willie warrior]

No chance.  The Philly pipeline has been closed.

Are you referring to the Newbill fiasco?!!?

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

Are you referring to the Newbill fiasco?!!?

NO. He is referring to the other 5 guys we have had on our roster from Philly since Buzz has taken over.