I know I know bad media. Is Biden owned by everyone of our major adversaries?

Too bad. Nice guy. That’s a tough job nowadays with so much talent in CBB. Systems don’t work like they used to

Make a commitment to their new school. Ala national signing day ? If so when is that date ?

He averaged . 17 pts last year. Was he ever an interest from IU?

TJD just dropped a partnership with Hisense on Instagram. Good sign.

April 15th - Fife was the lead man for him and appears he's down to IU, Villanova, and Baylor (3 official visits). I don't think Fife leaving would make that big of an impact as he was able to get on campus and meet with everyone. A reminder that he was at the IU upset of Purdue at home - so he got to see the full potential of Assembly Hall.

what an asshat that guy seems to be. I think people who have tickets to that show have every right to be pissed at him.

I get that UNC-Duke in the Final Four is a big deal for fans of those teams. If it was that important to him, he should just have his promoters not schedule anything on the Saturday/Monday of Final Four weekend, just in case. It's not that hard.

What an asshat.

Gone. The lies became even too much for her.

Does anyone know anything about our current NIL deals?
How much has been offered and to whom?

Seems far too early in the year to blame an unusually dry environment, especially since nearly all of these fires are quite a bit east of the Rockies...

Check out the 2nd map/graphic:


Arson or Lightning strikes??? What say you?

In the 1st, Perkins gave up a couple of hits that found the hole on the left side of the infield, but that would be it for NU.

In IU's 1st, the NW starter is freshman LHP Sean Sullivan who has a really good ERA of 2.61 in 31 IP. He averages around 1.5 Ks an inning and doesn't walk many, giving up 8 BB over the 31 IP. After two outs, Bibby Whalen singled to the outfield for the IU's first hit of the game and Ellis walked to put runners on 1st and 2nd with two outs. Tibbets walked to load the bases with two outs, but Pyne struck out to end the inning.

Seems we have a bit of mystery here in south central Indiana. I was home (in Bloomington) and heard and felt the explosion around 12:50 pm and was later shocked to hear that it was heard and felt throughout a four county area.

What the hell is going on?

I’ve read the different posters that are thinking Race is waiting for Trayce to make a decision. So which way is it? If Trayce says he’s coming back then Race hits the portal or if Trayce comes back then he’s coming back to join him. Or is it vice versa? Just curious what others think.

From the CNN:

"The US Food and Drug Administration has expanded the emergency use authorization of the Pfizer and Moderna Covid-19 vaccines to allow adults age 50 and older to get a second booster as early as four months after their first booster dose of any Covid-19 vaccine.

The move extends the availability of additional boosters to healthy older adults. The FDA had previously allowed additional shots for anyone 12 years of age or older who was severely immune deficient. This group of people can now receive a three-dose primary series and two boosters -- a total of five doses."

5 free shots! Who could say no?

Well, the CNN notes that the CDC is wavering and may issue a "maybe." Because they are always helpful.

Should I get me some more Moderna? Or stay home until the Covid is declared dead? Or some yet-to-be-announced Option 3?

I trust the Water Cooler to advise me.

Go.

Read The CNN here if you can or will:

Indiana is still waiting on a few decisions in regards to its roster.

The two biggest are Race Thompson and Trayce Jackson-Davis. From what I've been able to gather, I wouldn't be shocked if one of them is back. Both have potential reasons to return but also leave so right now they are planning out their future and trying to figure out what works best. It's either pro/leave college or come back to Indiana -- the transfer portal is obviously not an issue here.

As I've said prior, unless something crazy happens, Xavier Johnson and Miller Kopp will be back.

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2023 Miro Little announced that his college announcement date will be April 15. He took visits to Baylor, Villanova and Indiana.

Indiana and Baylor have been the top two teams in this recruitment but this will be Baylor unless something unexpected happens. Dane Fife was the lead recruiter here so his leave didn't help -- but it was already a Baylor lean to begin with.

Indiana already has two guard commitments in 2023 with Gabe Cupps and Jakai Newton so this doesn't necessarily hurt Indiana too much. Obviously Little is a terrific player but Indiana is pretty set in its backcourt for now.

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There were some rumors that 2023 four-star forward Coen Carr would potentially be making his announcement soon. I spoke with him earlier today and that's not the case.

Carr still hasn't set up any additional visits after his Indiana official visit, however.

His relationship with assistant coach Yasir Rosemond is very big in this recruitment. Indiana's ability to retain him was a significant moment. If it wasn't, that would be a big hurdle for Indiana's chances.

Indiana continues to sit in a good spot here.

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As for 2022 five-star forward Malik Reneau, this one is expected to be between Miami (Fla), Indiana and Georgia. I am told Florida State is out -- mainly due to its staff not being fully on board.

Reneau is planning on some visits after Montverde's season is over -- which will be in the next few days. I would expect Indiana to get a visit in mid-April.

Weather is a big issue with Reneau and obviously that can change depending on when you visit, but I have been told by more than one person that it's a huge deal to him. He's from Miami and not only is the in-state draw big, but the weather is a factor here too.

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Continuing on the 2022 front, Centerville (OH) wing Rich Rolf will be visiting Indiana on April 15 for an unofficial.

Rolf is teammates of 2023 commit Gabe Cupps.

Rolf would be a preferred walk-on for Indiana for his freshman season and is someone to keep an eye on.

He did just receive an offer from Miami (OH) and new head coach Travis Steele. There is a potential for Rolf to play spring AAU to see if he can stir up any additional interest from mid-majors and high-majors.

Rolf visited Indiana unofficially for its senior night this year.

Here is more on Rolf:


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On that transfer front, Indiana had reached out to Ball State transfer Payton Sparks. As I relayed last week, I was told if Indiana pushed it would be hard to beat but with Ball State's hire of Michael Lewis, that could be something to keep an eye on.

Today, Sparks announced he would be staying with Ball State.

Kansas State transfer guard Nijel Pack entered the transfer portal this week. Don't expect Indiana to be a factor here. With Xavier Johnson and Jalen Hood-Schifino, Indiana is looking to pair those players in the backcourt. Pack needs to play with the ball in his hands and that wouldn't be ideal with Johnson also needing the ball in his hands. This one has Purdue written all over it.

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Small notes..

2023 guard Gabe Cupps was named Ohio Mr. Basketball by the media this week.


2022 signee CJ Gunn was named a finalist for Indiana Mr. Basketball this week as well.

2022 signee Kaleb Banks was named Georgia 4A Player of the Year.

Montverde defeated IMG Academy in the GEICO Nationals semifinals 62-57 to advance to the championship game on Saturday. Hood-Schifino had eight points and eight assists. Reneau had 10 points and five rebounds. 2023 IU target KJ Evans had eight points and 10 rebounds.

Make it happen Woody

And before you say anything… 43% from 3 at the PG spot

you want to free up the paint for your bigs? Get a PG that can shoot 43%
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It's too bad their roster was hot garbage...

Never easy to fire one of your own

Should we take a look? Could be a good defensive substitute in the post.