Source Says Selby To Be A Jayhawk

[ArrowheadHawk]

I really hope this is true.

Source Says Selby To Be A Jayhawk

By Chris Resor • on April 15, 2010

A source close to the situation told me on Thursday morning that the #4 player in the class of 2010, according to Rivals, will reach for the KU hat during halftime of the Jordan Brand Classic in New York’s Madison Square Garden. Selby, a 6′-2 point guard from Lake Clifton High School in Baltimore, might just be the most athletic player in this year’s class, proving it during his domination of the Slam Dunk Contest as part of the McDonalds All-American Game festivities recently. But beyond athleticism, Josh seems to be one of the most fierce competitors as well. His constant hustle, and ability to match another team’s top player reminds some of the man he will be replacing in Lawrence, Sherron Collins. Selby admits that “those would be big shoes to fill”, but if there is anyone in this year’s class that could, it would definitely be Selby.

The former Tennessee commit was once again being wooed by his former suitor in recent weeks, and despite his respect for the UT coaching staff, the Kansas staff’s consistency was, I think, the biggest factor in the decision. Josh and his mother seemed to like Bill Self from the beginning, and that never changed. Despite rumors that Josh would commit to Kentucky shortly after his decommitment to UT, Kentucky really never played that big a role in his recruitment. The rumors that spawned from that seemed to involve, the infamous World Wide Wes, but were quickly shot down by his mother, Maeshon Witherspoon. Ms. Witherspoon was definitely in charge of the process from day one. Trust me Jayhawk fans when I say this, you will love this woman. She is as knowledgeable as anyone that will be around an 18 year old when he arrives on campus, but also brings the kind of love that only a mother can have.

Note: Another Jordan Brand participant and McDonalds All-American is set to announce during the Classic on Saturday, 6′-4 combo guard, Doron Lamb. While rumors have been circulating for sometime that Lamb and Selby would be a package deal to KU, I cannot confirm this is the case. Although I believe Kansas stands a good chance to land Lamb, the family has been tight-lipped throughout the process. Another former favorite for KU, Terrence Jones, could also be a possibility as Self and staff has recently reached out to the SF/PF from out West. We’ll keep you posted on that one as well.

[Mr. Laz]

Originally Posted by Metrolike

I will ****ing come all over my shorts. You bet your ass.

well folks ... a new bar level has been set.


NEXT!!!!!!!

[the Talking Can]

Originally Posted by TJR1486

I didnt see this anywhere, but is Selby considered a 1 and done?

it's possible, but he isn't considered a Wall-like lock to bolt...


and I don't think he's been as explicit as X was about wanting to leave asap

[Pants]

Originally Posted by TJR1486

I didnt see this anywhere, but is Selby considered a 1 and done?

He says he doesn't see himself as one and done. Also, there's a good chance NBA will go through a lockout next year as their CBA expires after this season.

Taken all that into account, though, I still believe he goes if NBA rolls as usual.

[sedated]

Originally Posted by ArrowheadHawk

Interestingly, Selby said he doesn't view himself as a Derrick Rose or a John Wall type of player.

"I don’t see myself as them, because right now, I don’t look at me as one-and-done," Selby said. "They were one-and-done in high school.

"That’s the way I humble myself. I think I lack everything. You’re always working on every part of your game."

...

[teedubya]

I like that guys humble attitude. LEARN... most of these kids come out of high school thinking they know it all... this is refreshing. I like this kid already. Retire his jersey.

[KCChiefsMan]

hell to the ya

[HerculesRockefell]

Lamb is going to Kentucky and Jones is down to Kentucky, Washington, and Oregon.

[Mr. Plow]

http://dimemag.com/2010/04/breaking-...d-to-kentucky/

If you missed it on National Signing Day, John Calipari is rebuilding another monster at Kentucky. Right after five of his underclassmen went pro, he immediately landed Brandon Knight, the top senior PG in the country, and Michael Gilchrist, maybe the top player period in the 2011 junior class. In addition to them, Calipari has two blue chip commits in swingman Stacey Poole and Turkish big man Enes Kanter. It’s time to add one more. While All-American senior shooting guard Doron Lamb is formally announcing his decision tomorrow at the Jordan Brand Classic, we already know what it’s going to be. Doron Lamb is headed to Kentucky.

Choosing Kentucky over finalists Kansas, UConn, Arizona and West Virginia, we have confirmation from multiple sources that Lamb’s decision came down to the Wildcats and the Jayhawks, with him ultimately choosing to play next season in Lexington.

After the former Bishop Loughlin (Brooklyn, N.Y.) standout spent the last two seasons at Oak Hill Academy (Mouth of Wilson, Va.), the New York native is making the right decision to head to Kentucky. Calipari, along with assistants Rod Strickland and Orlando Antigua, are new York guys, and Strickland is also an Oak Hill alumnus. The three of them paid a visit to Lamb at school last week and also met with his parents in New York.

At 6-4, 185 pounds, Lamb will fit in perfectly alongside Knight in the backcourt – akin to Eric Bledsoe playing alongside John Wall. And depending on where the chips fall, he could also be playing with explosive guard Josh Selby, who will also be announcing his decision tomorrow at the Jordan Brand Classic

[sedated]

Gotta think that Lamb going to Kuntucky helps send Selby to KU. While Selby might not have been concerned about sharing time with Knight, I would think it starts to get a little crowded with Knight and Lamb.

[teedubya]

Calipari is a ****head. WTF is his doing to get all of these recruits?

[Mr. Plow]

Originally Posted by Ari Chi3fs

Calipari is a ****head. WTF is his doing to get all of these recruits?

The checks keep clearing the bank?

[HerculesRockefell]

Originally Posted by Mr. Plow

The checks keep clearing the bank?

His '11 class will be even better

[sedated]

Originally Posted by Ari Chi3fs

Calipari is a ****head. WTF is his doing to get all of these recruits?

They think he'll get them to the league after one year (which is true, since he essentially forces them out, a la Patterson and Orton). And they want playing time, which Kuntucky has plenty of since they lost 8 guys.

[Mr. Plow]

Bill Self tweet......


Excited for the wkend. Big decisions to b made in NYC. Can't wait to finish up recruiting so my bad golf game can hopefully become average. 32 minutes ago via Tweetie

[Mr. Laz]

there was a story awhile back about Calipari's recruiting setup. He has his money men that go around and funnel cash from boosters to his recruits at every school he coaches. i forget the title of the story though ...


Calipari has also shown he can showoff players quick and get them to the league.