Nebraska Basketball 2023-2024

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Mon Apr 03, 2023 9:59 am

If you go based on visits, Nebraska seems to be in the final three for Brady Dunlap, a SF. Not a huge priority. Really need a PG and a Center.

Post by **nebugeater** » Mon Apr 03, 2023 11:03 am

Greg S wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 9:59 am If you go based on visits, Nebraska seems to be in the final three for Brady Dunlap, a SF. Not a huge priority. Really need a PG and a Center.

I don't have a good read on this one. Not sure if this is what is needed or what he can bring, but who knows? There are people make big $ to decide that I guess

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Mon Apr 03, 2023 3:16 pm

nebugeater wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 11:03 am
Greg S wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 9:59 am If you go based on visits, Nebraska seems to be in the final three for Brady Dunlap, a SF. Not a huge priority. Really need a PG and a Center.

I don't have a good read on this one. Not sure if this is what is needed or what he can bring, but who knows? There are people make big $ to decide that I guess

My thoughts exactly.

Greg

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Mon Apr 03, 2023 3:20 pm

I think the biggest question mark on returnees, is Keisei. I haven't heard really any way on which this is headed. Would love to have him back next year.

Greg

Post by **nebugeater** » Mon Apr 03, 2023 4:47 pm

Greg S wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 3:20 pm I think the biggest question mark on returnees, is Keisei. I haven't heard really any way on which this is headed. Would love to have him back next year.

Greg

I might be looking at it wrong but the longer it takes for an announcement I think the chances get better he returns. If it was a slam dunk he was leaving we would know by know. I also think if he was leaving he would be up front enough that he would let the coaches know. Of course they may already know

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Mon Apr 03, 2023 6:28 pm

nebugeater wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 4:47 pm
Greg S wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 3:20 pm I think the biggest question mark on returnees, is Keisei. I haven't heard really any way on which this is headed. Would love to have him back next year.

Greg
I might be looking at it wrong but the longer it takes for an announcement I think the chances get better he returns. If it was a slam dunk he was leaving we would know by know. I also think if he was leaving he would be up front enough that he would let the coaches know. Of course they may already know

I like your thinking here. Selfishly, I really hope he comes back. Obviously a good player, but it’s hard not to smile when watching him. He plays with pure joy.

Greg

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Mon Apr 03, 2023 7:24 pm

nebugeater wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 4:47 pm
Greg S wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 3:20 pm I think the biggest question mark on returnees, is Keisei. I haven't heard really any way on which this is headed. Would love to have him back next year.

Greg
I might be looking at it wrong but the longer it takes for an announcement I think the chances get better he returns. If it was a slam dunk he was leaving we would know by know. I also think if he was leaving he would be up front enough that he would let the coaches know. Of course they may already know

A follow up. Just listened to Jacob Bigelow’s visit on Sharp and Handley this morning. He has the same thought as you, the longer this goes the more likely Keisei is coming back.

Greg

Post by **nebugeater** » Tue Apr 04, 2023 5:42 am

Greg S wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 7:24 pm
nebugeater wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 4:47 pm
Greg S wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2023 3:20 pm I think the biggest question mark on returnees, is Keisei. I haven't heard really any way on which this is headed. Would love to have him back next year.

Greg
I might be looking at it wrong but the longer it takes for an announcement I think the chances get better he returns. If it was a slam dunk he was leaving we would know by know. I also think if he was leaving he would be up front enough that he would let the coaches know. Of course they may already know
A follow up. Just listened to Jacob Bigelow’s visit on Sharp and Handley this morning. He has the same thought as you, the longer this goes the more likely Keisei is coming back.

Greg

Hadn't heard that so it is a total coincidence we are thinking the same

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Tue Apr 04, 2023 11:07 am

Good article on Hunter Sallis by Sam McKewon. Fit for this style will be key. Not sure if Nebraska matches up with what he's looking for. They also mentioned academic support which is an NU strength.

“He’s looking for a system that embraces his style of play,” said Trevis, noting Hunter’s interest in playing with a fast pace and open offense. “And also a school that supports strong academics.”

https://omaha.com/sports/college/for-hu ... p-homepage

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Tue Apr 04, 2023 6:15 pm

This would absolutely be a critical need filled.

"The Nebraska basketball team knows it has to replace a big body in Derrick Walker and that’s why Pitt transfer John Hugley is at the top of their targets."

https://huskercorner.com/2023/04/04/neb ... ey-target/

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Wed Apr 05, 2023 12:22 pm

Good breakdown of the busy month ahead for NU basketball by Sam McKewon.

"April projects to be a lot louder than the last half of March, starting with a key reported visit happening next weekend.

That comes from Pittsburgh transfer center John Hugley, who has already visited Georgia Tech and will visit West Virginia, according to On3. In between those trips, the 6-foot-9, 265-pounder will see Nebraska April 17-19."

https://omaha.com/sports/huskers/mens-b ... 8M_342yKiM

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Wed Apr 05, 2023 7:59 pm

Vanderbilt big man mentioned as possible replacement for Derrick Walker:

https://huskercorner.com/2023/03/20/neb ... les-stute/

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Wed Apr 05, 2023 10:46 pm

An important one gets away. I was a little encouraged by the article I posted earlier that NU had made his top 3, but Kerr Kriisa has picked West Virginia:

https://www.ktbs.com/sports/national/we ... r,National

OmahaRedWing · Post by **OmahaRedWing** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 12:03 pm

Greg S wrote: Wed Apr 05, 2023 10:46 pm An important one gets away. I was a little encouraged by the article I posted earlier that NU had made his top 3, but Kerr Kriisa has picked West Virginia:

https://www.ktbs.com/sports/national/we ... r,National

If they can't get a decent point guard, I think this is Fred's last year there.

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 3:49 pm

OmahaRedWing wrote: Thu Apr 06, 2023 12:03 pm
Greg S wrote: Wed Apr 05, 2023 10:46 pm An important one gets away. I was a little encouraged by the article I posted earlier that NU had made his top 3, but Kerr Kriisa has picked West Virginia:

https://www.ktbs.com/sports/national/we ... r,National
If they can't get a decent point guard, I think this is Fred's last year there.

Yeah I think they need to bring in someone but not willing to be that dramatic on Coach. Walker and Griesel were the chief distributors last year.

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 3:49 pm

Good breakdown of the offseason for the Huskers by the Daily Nebraskan:

https://www.dailynebraskan.com/sports/n ... a3387.html

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 3:55 pm

Nebraska is getting a visit from Siena PG Javian McCollum. This would be a great get.

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 5:26 pm

Some additional good information on the Huskers from the OWH.

"Georgia transfer Kario Oquendo puts Nebraska basketball in top four"

https://omaha.com/sports/huskers/mens-b ... _yS10hSuSc

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 5:29 pm

Another former Omaha Central grad, Latrell Wrightsell Jr hits the portal (his Dad played for Creighton.

Thought this part was encouraging, "Out of the plethora of programs, Wrightsell says he plans on scheduling Zoom visits with Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa State, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Ole Miss within the next couple of days. "

https://247sports.com/college/nebraska/ ... 207950270/

Doctor Fate · Post by **Doctor Fate** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 5:55 pm

Greg S wrote: Thu Apr 06, 2023 5:29 pm Another former Omaha Central grad, Latrell Wrightsell Jr hits the portal (his Dad played for Creighton.

Thought this part was encouraging, "Out of the plethora of programs, Wrightsell says he plans on scheduling Zoom visits with Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa State, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Ole Miss within the next couple of days. "

https://247sports.com/college/nebraska/ ... 207950270/

He also said Nebraska wants him and Hunter Sallis to come be their backcourt and they'd put pieces around them.

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Fri Apr 07, 2023 10:24 am

Doctor Fate wrote: Thu Apr 06, 2023 5:55 pm
Greg S wrote: Thu Apr 06, 2023 5:29 pm Another former Omaha Central grad, Latrell Wrightsell Jr hits the portal (his Dad played for Creighton.

Thought this part was encouraging, "Out of the plethora of programs, Wrightsell says he plans on scheduling Zoom visits with Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa State, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Ole Miss within the next couple of days. "

https://247sports.com/college/nebraska/ ... 207950270/
He also said Nebraska wants him and Hunter Sallis to come be their backcourt and they'd put pieces around them.

That would be a dream scenario. Not sure on the chances of it but would be really cool.

Greg

OmahaRedWing · Post by **OmahaRedWing** » Fri Apr 07, 2023 12:41 pm

I wonder what Wrightsell Jr's thoughts are on Creighton? Is there some pull there because his Dad played there. or did that go away when they didn't recruit (or possibly only lightly recruited him out of high school, especially since Central and Creighton are neighbors)?

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Sat Apr 08, 2023 1:40 am

OmahaRedWing wrote: Fri Apr 07, 2023 12:41 pm I wonder what Wrightsell Jr's thoughts are on Creighton? Is there some pull there because his Dad played there. or did that go away when they didn't recruit (or possibly only lightly recruited him out of high school, especially since Central and Creighton are neighbors)?

That’s an interesting point. The next few weeks should be very wild.

Greg

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Sat Apr 08, 2023 10:48 am

Hunter Sallis with a visit from Wake Forest coaches followed by a visit in Spokane on Easter Sunday from Nebraska, Fred Hoiberg and Assistant Nate Loenser.

Love to see this.

https://nebpreps.com/intel-former-nebpr ... he-portal/

Doctor Fate · Post by **Doctor Fate** » Sat Apr 08, 2023 11:22 am

Greg S wrote: Sat Apr 08, 2023 10:48 am Hunter Sallis with a visit from Wake Forest coaches followed by a visit in Spokane on Easter Sunday from Nebraska, Fred Hoiberg and Assistant Nate Loenser.

Love to see this.

https://nebpreps.com/intel-former-nebpr ... he-portal/

Nice! I am praying he comes to Nebraska.

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Sat Apr 08, 2023 11:46 am

Nebraska Basketball to host Gonzaga transfer this weekend

Recent reports have stated that Nebraska men’s basketball coach Fred Hoiberg will meet with one of the top names in the transfer portal this weekend. Gonzaga transfer Hunter Sallis will sit down with the Cornhusker head coach and assistant coach Nate Loenser on Sunday.

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Sat Apr 08, 2023 6:56 pm

Doctor Fate wrote: Sat Apr 08, 2023 11:22 am
Greg S wrote: Sat Apr 08, 2023 10:48 am Hunter Sallis with a visit from Wake Forest coaches followed by a visit in Spokane on Easter Sunday from Nebraska, Fred Hoiberg and Assistant Nate Loenser.

Love to see this.

https://nebpreps.com/intel-former-nebpr ... he-portal/
Nice! I am praying he comes to Nebraska.

Me too!

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Sun Apr 09, 2023 8:30 am

Nebraska gets visit from Charlotte guard Brice Williams:

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 12:23 pm

Caught part of Jacob Bigelow's spot on 1620 yesterday morning. He mentioned that if NU brought in players of similar skill sets, there's talk the CJ Wilcher would possibly enter the transfer portal. I guess some were expecting it anyway.

Greg

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:35 pm

Greg S wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 12:23 pm Caught part of Jacob Bigelow's spot on 1620 yesterday morning. He mentioned that if NU brought in players of similar skill sets, there's talk the CJ Wilcher would possibly enter the transfer portal. I guess some were expecting it anyway.

Greg

He reiterated that no news is good news in regards to Keisei (which in my opinion would be great news).

OmahaRedWing · Post by **OmahaRedWing** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:39 pm

Greg S wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:35 pm
Greg S wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 12:23 pm Caught part of Jacob Bigelow's spot on 1620 yesterday morning. He mentioned that if NU brought in players of similar skill sets, there's talk the CJ Wilcher would possibly enter the transfer portal. I guess some were expecting it anyway.

Greg
He reiterated that no news is good news in regard to Keisei (which in my opinion would be great news).

I wonder if they figured something out that they can do in regards to NIL and international players. I know Trev Alberts has talked about the difficulties with it, but they got Jaz Shelly on the women's team to comeback somewhat surprisingly.

Post by **nebugeater** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 2:10 pm

OmahaRedWing wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:39 pm
Greg S wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:35 pm
Greg S wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 12:23 pm Caught part of Jacob Bigelow's spot on 1620 yesterday morning. He mentioned that if NU brought in players of similar skill sets, there's talk the CJ Wilcher would possibly enter the transfer portal. I guess some were expecting it anyway.

Greg
He reiterated that no news is good news in regard to Keisei (which in my opinion would be great news).
I wonder if they figured something out that they can do in regards to NIL and international players. I know Trev Alberts has talked about the difficulties with it, but they got Jaz Shelly on the women's team to comeback somewhat surprisingly.

Maybe they went back to the $$$ Handshakes. !!!!

OmahaRedWing · Post by **OmahaRedWing** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 2:27 pm

nebugeater wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 2:10 pm
OmahaRedWing wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:39 pm
Greg S wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:35 pm
Greg S wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 12:23 pm Caught part of Jacob Bigelow's spot on 1620 yesterday morning. He mentioned that if NU brought in players of similar skill sets, there's talk the CJ Wilcher would possibly enter the transfer portal. I guess some were expecting it anyway.

Greg
He reiterated that no news is good news in regard to Keisei (which in my opinion would be great news).
I wonder if they figured something out that they can do in regards to NIL and international players. I know Trev Alberts has talked about the difficulties with it, but they got Jaz Shelly on the women's team to comeback somewhat surprisingly.
Maybe they went back to the $$$ Handshakes. !!!!

That's funny. Whatever it takes...

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Tue Apr 11, 2023 4:41 pm

OmahaRedWing wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 2:27 pm
nebugeater wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 2:10 pm
OmahaRedWing wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:39 pm
Greg S wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:35 pm
Greg S wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 12:23 pm Caught part of Jacob Bigelow's spot on 1620 yesterday morning. He mentioned that if NU brought in players of similar skill sets, there's talk the CJ Wilcher would possibly enter the transfer portal. I guess some were expecting it anyway.

Greg
He reiterated that no news is good news in regard to Keisei (which in my opinion would be great news).
I wonder if they figured something out that they can do in regards to NIL and international players. I know Trev Alberts has talked about the difficulties with it, but they got Jaz Shelly on the women's team to comeback somewhat surprisingly.
Maybe they went back to the $$$ Handshakes. !!!!

That's funny. Whatever it takes...

There is the old saying, “if you aren’t cheating you aren’t trying.”

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Wed Apr 12, 2023 9:38 am

Hunter Sallis is set to for an official visit to Nebraska April 21-23. The trip Fred and Nate Loesner on Easter to Spokane must have gone well. Impressive because out of high school NU didn't even make his final 12.

Post by **nebugeater** » Wed Apr 12, 2023 9:56 am

Greg S wrote: Wed Apr 12, 2023 9:38 am Hunter Sallis is set to for an official visit to Nebraska April 21-23. The trip Fred and Nate Loesner on Easter to Spokane must have gone well. Impressive because out of high school NU didn't even make his final 12.

.... So he wants to go to the spring game!

Doctor Fate · Post by **Doctor Fate** » Wed Apr 12, 2023 10:33 am

Greg S wrote: Wed Apr 12, 2023 9:38 am Hunter Sallis is set to for an official visit to Nebraska April 21-23. The trip Fred and Nate Loesner on Easter to Spokane must have gone well. Impressive because out of high school NU didn't even make his final 12.

Awesome! Thanks for sharing.

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Wed Apr 12, 2023 11:31 am

Greg S wrote: Wed Apr 12, 2023 9:38 am Hunter Sallis is set to for an official visit to Nebraska April 21-23. The trip Fred and Nate Loesner on Easter to Spokane must have gone well. Impressive because out of high school NU didn't even make his final 12.

Smart move. The Spring Game is a great weekend for recruiting out of season. This year's should be even better with the excitement of Matt Rhule and the Frank Solich return.

I just checked out available tickets and it looks like a great crowd will be there.

Greg

Greg S · Post by **Greg S** » Wed Apr 12, 2023 11:32 am

Doctor Fate wrote: Wed Apr 12, 2023 10:33 am
Greg S wrote: Wed Apr 12, 2023 9:38 am Hunter Sallis is set to for an official visit to Nebraska April 21-23. The trip Fred and Nate Loesner on Easter to Spokane must have gone well. Impressive because out of high school NU didn't even make his final 12.

Awesome! Thanks for sharing.

No problem at all all. I was really really happy to see this.

Greg

Doctor Fate · Post by **Doctor Fate** » Wed Apr 12, 2023 12:28 pm

Greg S wrote: Wed Apr 12, 2023 11:32 am
Doctor Fate wrote: Wed Apr 12, 2023 10:33 am
Greg S wrote: Wed Apr 12, 2023 9:38 am Hunter Sallis is set to for an official visit to Nebraska April 21-23. The trip Fred and Nate Loesner on Easter to Spokane must have gone well. Impressive because out of high school NU didn't even make his final 12.

Awesome! Thanks for sharing.
No problem at all all. I was really really happy to see this.

Greg

Same. Like you said, this has to be a good sign. And I would think that Hunter, as a former top recruit, is really motivated to go somewhere where he can show out and he's got to know Nebraska gives him the opportunity to do that.