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I guess especially now, there are a bunch of ex-Canes (in all sports but i'm thinking of B-Ball) playing elsewhere... due to Transfer portal, Covid, Coach L, whatever.

Speaking for myself, anyway, I find it interesting keeping tabs on how well they are doing (or not.)

So I started a thread, and to start, seems Timberlake's first game at Memphis just saw him 18 minutes, 7 turnovers, 2 points.
Wish him well, but, uhhh, better there than here perhaps.

(Edit-upd... as posted by DLO in another thread... Chris Lykes seems to be looking good (in practice anyway) so far at Arkansas. TIme will tell, ofc.)
 
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Doesn’t surprise me one bit on Timberlake. There were very few on this board that were devestated about that loss. I still can’t fathom how he was rated a 5 star talent
 
jkdood said:
I guess especially now, there are a bunch of ex-Canes (in all sports but i'm thinking of B-Ball) playing elsewhere... due to Transfer portal, Covid, Coach L, whatever.

Speaking for myself, anyway, I find it interesting keeping tabs on how well they are doing (or not.)

So I started a thread, and to start, seems Timberlake's first game at Memphis just saw him 18 minutes, 7 turnovers, 2 points.
Wish him well, but, uhhh, better there than here perhaps.

(Edit-upd... as posted by DLO in another thread... Chris Lykes seems to be looking good (in practice anyway) so far at Arkansas. TIme will tell, ofc.)
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That Timberlake line had me cracking up. Dude's awful
 
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King of Allapattah said:
Early reports from Louisville is that Matt Cross is fitting in nicely. They like his skill set and toughness, and think he's more than just a shooter. They're expecting major production out of him for the next few years.
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I'm not surprised. Would like to know exactly what led to his leaving.

Cross seemed to be thriving here (started 9 games as a true frosh and was shooting 40% on 50 three point attempts). Junior Samuell Williamson was a McD's HSAA and plays Matt's position. Chris Mack also brought in Noah Locke from the Gators as a 3 point specialist.
 
Timberlake being a 5 star reminded me of Dequan Jones in that same regard. Probably a decent role player somewhere but kid had no business being ranked that high.

Lykes isn't necessarily a loss given he'd been at Miami for what like 7 years and had probably plateaued. Hope he can contribute on a good team.

Cross is the only one that 'got away' so to speak and his skill set would certainly have been useful.
 
Am I imagining or did Matt Cross leave due to not getting along with Chris Lykes?

I seem to remember something along those lines. Regardless Cross leaving sucked then, and sucks now. He had 15 last night for Louisville. I think he could be an ALL ACC type over next few years.

I still would like to have Timberlake. He is a good athlete, and I think he will have a nice career. Also Lykes had 16 off the bench for Arkansas.
 
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Am I imagining or did Matt Cross leave due to not getting along with Chris Lykes?

I seem to remember something along those lines. Regardless Cross leaving sucked then, and sucks now. He had 15 last night for Louisville. I think he could be an ALL ACC type over next few years.

I still would like to have Timberlake. He is a good athlete, and I think he will have a nice career. Also Lykes had 16 off the bench for Arkansas.
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**** Lykes is coming off the bench. Excellent move by Arkansas and staff. That’s his role
 
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gacaneaddict said:
Am I imagining or did Matt Cross leave due to not getting along with Chris Lykes?

I seem to remember something along those lines. Regardless Cross leaving sucked then, and sucks now. He had 15 last night for Louisville. I think he could be an ALL ACC type over next few years.

I still would like to have Timberlake. He is a good athlete, and I think he will have a nice career. Also Lykes had 16 off the bench for Arkansas.
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I wanted Cross to stay, but things happen. Lykes has always had a ceiling as a solid starting PG, but a super sub off the bench. Some guys are more valuable in reduced minutes as instant offense. Chris is that kind of guy.
 
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16th ranked and undefeated Arkansas playing a feisty Northern Illinois tonight. Arkansas was down by 6 or so at 5 minute mark, and brought Lykes in then (who didnt start). 5 for 7 quick 12 points he brought them back and they are up 2 at the half. Go Chris.

UPD: Chris has 17, not bad off the bench, playing a lot couple guys injured a bit. 66-66 there with 8 to go as the Ol Chris (we dont miss) is 7 for 14 now and last 3-4 times just hogged the ball for a (failed) layup then fell down holding leg looking at refs (who ignored him, lol.)
 
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jkdood said:
16th ranked and undefeated Arkansas playing a feisty Northern Illinois tonight. Arkansas was down by 6 or so at 5 minute mark, and brought Lykes in then (who didnt start). 5 for 7 quick 12 points he brought them back and they are up 2 at the half. Go Chris.

UPD: Chris has 17, not bad off the bench, playing a lot couple guys injured a bit. 66-66 there with 8 to go as the Ol Chris (we dont miss) is 7 for 14 now and last 3-4 times just hogged the ball for a (failed) layup then fell down holding leg looking at refs (who ignored him, lol.)
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Lykes finishes with game high 26 (8-16 FG) as UNI blows a late 79-78 lead and loses 93-80... much of that the Lykes we Love ball-handling, being fouled, and sinking 4-5 FTS at end.
 
Chris Lykes is exactly the type of guy you want coming off your bench to make a deep run in March. Wouldn’t be surprised if Arkansas makes another run this year
 
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