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I'm one to usually call for the staff to take the local talent, but there's a reason I never pushed for RJ. Unfortunately, he didn't leave Columbus on the best of terms. And from what I understand he also had issues with his AAU team (SOH Elite). Kid is talented, but seems like his baggage (family/parents) outweigh his talent. Probably works better for him to go away for college. Having his dad around the facility for every practice/game would've worn on this staff.RE: RJ Luis
I mentioned him months back... Any idea why Laranaga didn't kick the tires on him? He's a Miami kid, attended Mt. Zion Prep. He balled out as a freshman at UMASS, then hit the portal. He committed to Slick Rick...
Statline:
Atlantic 10 All-Rookie Team
11.5 points
4.6 rebounds
46% shooting
36% from deep (as a freshman)
“RJ Luis is the guy who has the most ability of all of them because he can make people better,” Pitino said. “Six-seven, he knows how to pass, he can score, he can jump, he’s got the full gamut of ability.”
Daniss Jenkins will be the straw that stirs the drink for St. John's: Pitino | Zagsblog
By ADAM ZAGORIA NEW YORK — Daniss […]www.zagsblog.com
Generating NBA Buzz:
"49. RJ Luis (St. John's, SF, Sophomore)
Moving from UMass to St. John's, Luis could start to generate some NBA buzz by improving his three-point shot and pull-up. Without them, he still popped last season as a 6'7" scoring wing who can create his own shot inside the arc, slash to the rim and force turnovers on defense."
52nd (big board) and 52nd (mock pick)
RJ Luis - NBADraft.net
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