4/28-29 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://zagsblog.com/articles/moustapha-diagnes-recruitment-heating-up/
Moustapha Diagne's coach says that SU, UConn, Memphis, Rutgers, and Cincy are some of the schools strongly involved.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1397743.html (members)
Derrick Jones and Chris Silva noted for their performances at the final day of the Pitt Jam Fest.

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncbrecruiting/on-the-trail/post?id=9963 (members)
2016 Canadian Guard Brandon Cyrus noted as a top performer at the King James Classic.

http://www.syracuse.com/orangebasketball/index.ssf/2014/04/syracuse_basketball_recruiting_target_moustapha_diagne_could_decide_next_month_o.html
Moustapha Diagne's coach says that he could make a decision some time in May.

http://zagsblog.com/articles/derrick-jones-visiting-uconn-this-weekend-more-visits-coming/
Derrick Jones plans on visiting UConn and then SU, UK, Iowa St, and Indiana down the line.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1398187.html
Brian Snow from Scout, considers Derrick Jones a boom or bust player heading into the next level.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1398294.html (members)
Jessie Govan talks about his improved play at the EYBL and his recent offer from SU.

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncbrecruiting/on-the-trail/post?id=10003 (members)
Tyler Lydon considered to be a prospect on the rise with his recent play at the EYBL.


Daily Updates
Alex Kline ‏@TheRecruitScoop 1h

Syracuse has offered 2015 New York Lightning (NY) center Jessie Govan.

Overall Stats
Here goes the stats from the Cuse commits and recruiting targets from this past weekend.

2015
Malachi Richardson 4 games-15.8PPG, 37% FG 17-45 overall, 3.7RPG, 70% FT 24-34 overall, 23% 3PT 5-21 overall.

Tyler Lydon 4 games-13.2PPG, 45% FG 19-42 overall, 7.5RPG, 71% FT 10-14 overall, 35% 3PT 5-14 overall.

Moustapha Diagne 4 games-9.5PPG, 51% FG 17-33 overall, 8RPG, 1.2BPG.

Derrick Jones 4 games-13.8PPG, 72% FG 21-29 overall, 5.5RPG, 1BPG, 52% FT 13-25 overall, 0% 3PT 0-5 overall.

Thomas Bryant 3 games-4.6PPG, 42% FG 6-14 overall, 6.6RPG, 1.3BPG.

Jessie Govan 4 games-13.5PPG, 66% FG 24-36 overall, 7.2RPG.

2016
Jamal Murray 4 games-12.2PPG, 42% FG 16-38 overall, 5.2RPG, 3APG, 81% FT 9-11 overall, 42% 3PT 9-21 overall.

Tyus Battle 4 games-7.5PPG, 29% FG 5-17 overall, 3RPG, 73% FT 19-26 overall, 14% 3PT 1-7
overall.



Highlights

Franklin Howard mix. Check out http://capitolhoops.com/ for high quality videos of prospects from the DMV area.

4/25-27 Live Evaluation Period Updates

Starting Friday evening the whole coaching staff is able to attend and watch players play in games. This will give us a good idea to know who the top recruiting targets are. Stay tuned here for constant updates throughout the weekend.

Preview for the notable players and events
Nike EYBL out in Sacramento is where the majority of the SU commits and targets will be playing at. You can check updates for scores and stats at http://www.nikeeyb.com/page/show/1209894-boxscores

Players and teams to look out for are below.
2015
Malachi Richardson-Team Final
Tyler Lydon-Albany City Rock
Franklin Howard-Team Takeover(Howard is now up to 95% health wise according to a source, but most likely won't play this weekend).
Moustapha Diagne-NJ Playaz
Thomas Bryant-Team Scan

2016
Jamal Murray-CIA Bounce
Tyus Battle-Team Scan
Kassoum Yakwe-Team Scan

Several games will be live streamed and archived from the event.
http://www.highschoolcube.com/event/team-scan-vs-cia-bounce-eybl-session-1-court-1-boy-348141
Team Scan vs CIA Bounce at 10pm tonight.

http://www.highschoolcube.com/event/spiece-indy-heat-vs-team-takeover-eybl-session-1-c-348146
Team Takeover vs Spiece Indy Heat at 1:30 on Saturday.

http://www.highschoolcube.com/event/team-final-vs-new-jersey-playaz-eybl-session-1-cou-348150
Team Final vs NJ Playaz at 7:30 on Saturday.

http://www.highschoolcube.com/event/new-jersey-playaz-vs-king-james-shooting-stars-eyb-348162/rosters
NJ Playaz vs King James Shooting Stars at 12:30 on Sunday.


Under Armour Pitt Jam Fest is another tourney that features several other SU targets as well. You can check updates for scores and stats at http://www.uaassociation.com.prod.sportngin.com/page/show/1124366-home

Players and teams to look out for are below.
2015
Derrick Jones-We R1
Chris Silva-Sports U



Preview articles for this weekend events
http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1396820.html
The scout recruiting staff talks about what they're looking forward to the most. Brian Snow mentions hoping to see some overall skill improvement in Derrick Jones game.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/04/pitt-jam-fest-key-weekend-for-several-2015s/
Key weekend for Derrick Jones.

http://www.d1circuit.com/news_article/show/378402?referrer_id=1204250
Moustapha Diagne teaming up with Isaiah Briscoe to try and lead the NJ Playaz to an EYBL title.

http://www.d1circuit.com/news_article/show/378416?referrer_id=1204251
Franklin Howard expected to be a key piece for Team Takeover once he returns from injury.

http://www.d1circuit.com/news_article/show/378406?referrer_id=1204251
Tyler Lydon looks to have a big EYBL season with the Albany City Rock


Discussion Thread
http://ottosgrove.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=255
You can hit me with any questions or thoughts throughout the weekend in the link above.


Day One Updates
Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 34m

Chris Silva now erasing everything within sight. The human eraser! #PittJamFest

http://www.uaassociation.com/game/show/7493741
Derrick Jones scores 10pts in a 74-60 defeat tonight.

http://www.uaassociation.com/game/show/7493217?subseason=154125
Chris Silva puts up 6pts, 7rbs, and 5blks in a 61-56 loss.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Expressions_Elite_51_NJ_Playaz_64.115160026.pdf
Moustapha Diagne scores 4pts, 5rbs, and 2blks in a 64-51 victory.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Team_Final_96_vs_The_Travelers_95.115155802.pdf
Malachi Richardson scores 22pts and shoots 14-19 from the free throw line in a 96-95 double ot victory.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Team_Scan_46_vs_CIA_Bounce_44.115155726.pdf
Team Scan defeated CIA Bounce 46-44. Tyus Battle scored 11pts shooting 9-12 from the line. Thomas Bryant chipped in with 4pts and 12rbs. Jamal Murray led the way with 15pts shooting 4-6 from long range, with 4rbs and 4ast in a losing effort.

Jon Rothstein @JonRothstein  ·  2m

An underrated part of Derrick Jones' game? He never forces things. Plays within himself --- but always finds the ball. 2014 --- We R 1.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1397337.html (members)
Derrick Jones noted for his play in the Pitt Jam Fest day one report.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1397349.html (members)
2015 big man Jessie Govan noted as a day one standout at the EYBL and listed interest from SU.

https://rivalshoops.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1633881 (members)
2016 Forward Kassoum Yakwe update.

Evan Daniels @EvanDaniels  ·  14s

Jessie Govan is having a strong day. 6-10 big with impressive hands & touch. Has a go-to hook. Made an 18-footer.

 

 

Day Two Updates

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/City_Rocks_57_vs_NTF_56.115161327.pdf

Tyler Lydon scores 11pts, shooting 3-5 from long range in a 57-56 victory

Jeff Neiburg ‏@Jeff_Neiburg 19m

Derrick Jones just caught the ball with one hand and in one motion threw it down. We R 1 is dominating the Renegades.

 

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Team_Final_63_vs_CIA_Bounce_65.115165204.pdf

CIA Bounce defeats Team Final 65-63. Jamal Murray scores 8pts and 7rbs in the victory. Malachi Richardson leads Team Final with 19pts in the losing effort.

Andrew Koob @AndrewKoob  ·  53m

UMD, PSU, Temple, La Salle, St. Joe's have all offered 2015 W Malik Ellison. Also hearing from VCU, UVA, Miami, Cuse & Ohio St.

 

Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 6h

2016 We R 1 center Sedee Keita lists includes Maryland, VCU, Villanova, and Syracuse #PittJamFest pic.twitter.com/zPMVCEbsQR

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Scan_55_vs_NJ_Playaz_59.115165928.pdf
NJ Playaz defeat Team Scan 59-55. Moustapha Diagne scores 6pts, 6rbs, 2blks in victory. On Team Scan both Tyus Battle and Thomas Bryant struggled in defeat with Battle scoring only 5pts and Bryant scoring 3pts with 6rbs.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Team_Penny_69_vs_City_Rocks_62.115171521.pdf
Tyler Lydon scores 13pts and 9rbs in a 69-62 defeat.

Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 7m

Derrick Jones just a freak of an athlete. Yet still in prospect stages of development. Right hand and consistent outside shot must show face

 

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/CIA_Bounce_53_vs_King_James_Shooting_Stars_48.115184209.pdf

Jamal Murray leads his team with 12pts in a 53-48 victory.

 

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/New_Jersey_Playaz_64_vs_Team_Final_74.115184234.pdf

Team Final defeats NJ Playaz 74-64. Malachi Richardson scored 6pts in victory, while Moustapha Diagne led the Playaz with 17pts and 15rbs in a losing effort.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/04/carrolls-jones-looking-to-take-next-step
Derrick Jones talks about setting up some visits soon and playing either SG or SF in college.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Meanstreets_42_vs_Team_Scan_50.115201301.pdf
Thomas Bryant scores 7pts and 3blks, while Tyus Battle chips in with 4pts and 2ast in a 50-42 victory.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1397572.html (members)
Tyus Battle noted for his play and mentions SU among others as recruiting him the hardest.

https://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1635641
2016 Guard Jamal Murray mentions Michigan and Michigan St being involved in his recruitment.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/04/pitt-jam-fest-day-2-recruiting-notebook/
2015 wing Malik Ellison mentions receiving interest from SU.


Day Three Updates
Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 21m

Louisville three-deep and Duke two-deep (including Pitino and K) for King James (Kennard, VJ King) vs. Playaz (Briscoe, Diagne).

 

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 18m

Josh Pastner, Chris Collins, Archie Miller, Michigan State, St. John's, Syracuse, Cincinnati also watching King James vs. Playaz.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Team_Final_74_Mean_Streets_52.116112958.pdf
Malachi Richardson leads Team Final with 16pts in a 74-52 victory.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/King_James_Shooting_Stars_73_NJ_Playaz_61.116112921.pdf
Moustapha Diagne scores 11pts and 5rbs in a 73-61 losing effort.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Southern_Stampede_70_City_Rocks_56.116112849.pdf
Tyler Lydon scores 17pts and 8rbs in a 70-56 defeat.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Team_Scan_55_Team_Texas_Elite_62.11695839.pdf
Tyus Battle scored 10pts and 3rbs in a 62-55 defeat.

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 25m

Ending the EYBL weekend with CIA Bounce vs. NW Express. Jamal Murray, Teki Gill-Caesar and DeJuonte Murray.

 

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 20m

Tom Izzo, Tom Crean, John Beilein, John Groce, Mark Few, Scott Drew, Syracuse, Louisville, UCLA, NC State watching CIA Bounce vs. NW Express

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Northwest_Xpress_52_vs_CIA_Bounce_69.116155034.pdf
Jamal Murray leads his team to victory in his final game for the weekend scoring 14pts and 6rbs in a 69-52 win.

http://statva.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/City_Rocks_54_vs_Playground_Elite_50.116143414.pdf
Tyler Lydon scores 12pts and 9rbs in a 54-50 victory.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4/22-24 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://zagsblog.com/articles/2016-forward-veer-singh-adds-temple-usf-offers-coaches-flock-to-st-peters-prep/
2017 PG Nate Pierre-Louis says that he likes SU in the early goings. SU assistant Red Autry has visited St. Peter's Prep recently to check out the underclassman.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1395898.html (members)
2015 big man Chris Silva list offers from SU among others and talks about working on his overall game and improving.

http://syracuse.scout.com/2/1395891.html (members)
Tyus Battle's father talks up the programs of Michigan and UConn. The Battle's plan to visit both schools along with UVA coming up.

http://www.syracuse.com/orangebasketball/index.ssf/2014/04/malachi_richardson_syracuse.html
Malachi Richardson talks about his game and the recap of the recent Team Final scrimmage.

http://www.d1circuit.com/news_article/show/378368?referrer_id=1204230
Richardson tries to lead Team Final to a EYBL Championship.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/04/team-final-scrimmage-standout-stars/
Richardson, Tyler Lydon, and 2017 target DJ Harvey mentioned in this EYBL scrimmage recap.

http://www.d1circuit.com/news_article/show/378371?referrer_id=1204247
2015 and 2016 SU targets Thomas Bryant, Tyus Battle, and Kassoum Yakwe looks to lead Team Scan to a EYBL Championship.

http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball/recruiting/rankings/rank-2993
Rivals 2014 final top 150 rankings. Chris McCullough ranked at 19 and Kaleb Joseph is at 46.

http://247sports.com/Season/2014-Basketball/RecruitRankings?InstitutionGroup=HighSchool
247 2014 final top 247 rankings. McCullough is ranked at 31 and Joseph is at 33.





Daily Updates
Adam Finkelstein ‏@AdamFinkelstein 14m

Syracuse, Georgetown, UConn, Villanova, Temple, & VCU watched Westtown (PA) 2015 C Georgios Papagiannis today

 

Adam Zagoria ‏@AdamZagoria 30m

@CoachBlunt says he's also heard from Syracuse, Michigan, FSU, Georgetown and N.C. State on 2016 PG Jamal Murray

Jamie Shaw ‏@JamieShaw5 1h

Sports U Chris Silva (6'8/Rochelle Catholic) is worth a view Long/athletic Raw offensive skill, but completes plays that make you say wow.

4/18-20 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://sujuiceonline.com/2014/04/17/chris-mccullough-syracuse-basketball-fans-will-see-a-lot-of-dunks/
Chris McCullough interview as he gets ready for the Jordan Brand Classic.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1394628.html (members)
Video interview of Franklin Howard breaking down his commitment to SU.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1394641.html (members)
Paul VI coach talks about Howard's game and the quality individual that he is off the court.

http://www.hardwoodinsiders.com/2014/04/team-takeover-v-team-final/
Malachi Richardson scores 25pts in Team Final's scrimmage against Team Takeover. EYBL league play starts next week.

http://zagsblog.com/recruiting/kassoum-yakwe-syracuse-villanova-kansas-recruiting-him-the-hardest/#more-114552
2016 Forward Kassoum Yakwe is currently being recruited by SU, Nova, and Kansas the hardest.

http://cityofbasketballlove.com/2014/04/syracuse-class-of-15-eager-to-build-chemistry/
2015 class talks about building chemistry.




Daily Updates
Adam Zagoria ‏@AdamZagoria 29m

Syracuse will be among those watching 2017 St. Peter's Prep PG Nate Pierre-Louis next week, per coach Todd Decker

Jeff Borzello ‏@jeffborzello 4h

Kassoum Yakwe mentioned Kansas, Syracuse and Villanova. He's a 2016 power forward from Our Savior New American (N.Y.).

hawkhillhardwood ‏@HHHardwood 2h

Lastly Malachi Richardson is a pro. Plain and simple. Going to be great at Cuse.

Jamie Shaw ‏@JamieShaw5 36h

Chris Silyvia 6'8 Sports U Physical speciman. Great athleticism & length, raw but effective offensively #HGJamFest pic.twitter.com/1tjqQhFUt8

 

Matt Pooley ‏@RealMattPooley 16h

1- Tough Loss by Sports U in opener didn't overshadow breakout performance of Chris Silva. Dominated glass/Solid Offensive Moves #HGJamFest

Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 Apr 18

Draw up your prototypical high major D1 forward body...what is you got is Chris Silva. Mobile with rim running capabilities from both ends

 

Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 Apr 18

Anticipation and wherewithal on shot blocks at bucket is awesome outta Chris Silva. Upside is mind boggling #HGJamFest 

 

Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 Apr 18

Sports U goes down but man, Chris Silva is the ultime shot alterer. Timing and instincts + length = not even fair #HGJamFest 

 

Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 Apr 19

Its not even 10am yet and Chris Silva has begun his own block party. Blocking shots way out of his area near the bucket #HGJamFest 

 

Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 Apr 19

Its the Chris Silva show right now on ct 6 at #HGJamFest  kid doesnt stop competing. Again, passing will always be undervalued asset of his

Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 Apr 19

This dude Chris Silva is out here making a statement. If Easter wasnt this weekend, a ton of head coaches would be caught drooling right now

 

Corey Evans ‏@coreyevans_10 3h

Lefty 2016 Sports U guard Nate Pierre has been solid today. Dominates baseline sets who can find his shot appropriately within given offense

 

Jamie Shaw ‏@JamieShaw5 12h

Chris Silva has been playing basketball for 2 years! Oodles of raw skill & great timing/athleticism. Reeks of Syracuse zone #HGJamFest

 

Adam Zagoria ‏@AdamZagoria 3h

Syracuse asst Red Autry will be at St. Peter's Prep tomorrow for their 2016s and 2017 PG Nate Pierre-Louis, per coach Todd Decker

Josh Verlin ‏@jmverlin 24m

Got to see two Syracuse commits go head-to-head yesterday. Here's Tyler Lydon defending Malachi Richardson: pic.twitter.com/BToBWoWJXY

 

Josh Verlin ‏@jmverlin 24m

@mcten I think Richardson is a stud. He was very impressive yesterday. Great shooter but took it to the rim as well. And he's 6-6 to boot.

 

Josh Verlin ‏@jmverlin 23m

@mcten Lydon's got to get stronger but he's a fantastic shooter as well. Just not sure if he's ready to play the '3' yet.

Patrick Neary ‏@CoachNearyAA 2h

A lot of talk about a lot of other 17U players from yesterday. @Tyler_Lydon14 was an absolute stud! @TheCityRocks #recognizepeople

Tyler Lydon ‏@Tyler_Lydon14 22h

Good to play against my future teammate @SwaggyMali23 and good to see my other future teammate @Jesussss_ #CuseNation

 

 

Highlights

2016 Guard Jamal Murray Nike Hoop Summit highlights.


Team Takeover scrimmage highlights featuring Franklin Howard. Howard is in the Orange shorts.

Scouting Reports on Cuse Commits and Targets For The 2013-14 Season

http://ottosgrove.com/notes-from-the-chop-shop-vol-i/
Reports written by yours truly on Kaleb Joseph, Malachi Richardson, Tyler Lydon, Tyus Battle, Thomas Bryant, Moustapha Diagne, and more.

http://ottosgrove.com/phpbb/viewforum.php?f=13
Anybody that has any questions or just want to talk recruiting can check out Otto's Grove in the link above.

Franklin Howard Commits to SU

http://www.syracuse.com/orangebasketball/index.ssf/2014/04/four-star_class_of_2015_guard_frank_howard_chooses.html

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1393939.html (members)
Howard talks about the staff viewing him as a MCW type of player down the road.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1393941.html (members)
More breakdown of Howard's game from his coach.

http://www.csnbaltimore.com/ncaa-maryland-terps/paul-vi-guard-franklin-howard-commits-syracuse-video
Video of the announcement.

https://recruitscoop.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1631594 (members)
More info on Howard's commitment.




Twitter Land
Brian Snow ‏@BSnowScout 38m

Franklin Howard is official to Syracuse. Orange just have such a great recruiting thing going right now

 

Alex Kline ‏@TheRecruitScoop 22m

Franklin Howard is long, shoots it well from outside, has a floater game & is a great passer. Look for Syracuse to use him as a combo guard.

 

Evan Daniels ‏@EvanDaniels 38m

Syracuse now has three top 100 recruits in the 2015 class. That is more than anyone else thus far.

 

Eric Bossi ‏@ebosshoops 36m

Syracuse now has No. 21 (Malachi Richardson), No. 58 Howard and No. 59 (Tyler Lydon) in 2015 committed.

 

Interview 

4/11-12 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://zagsblog.com/recruiting/seven-schools-working-hardest-for-tyus-battle/
Tyus Battle's Dad mentions SU among others as currently working the hardest for his son services.

http://syracuse.scout.com/2/1391926.html (members)
Kaleb Joseph is prepared to take over from Tyler Ennis next season. He plans to begin summer courses at SU on May 19th.



Daily Updates
Adam Zagoria ‏@AdamZagoria 1h

Syracuse asst Red Autry will be at St. Peter's Prep 2016 April 21 for 2016s Veer Singh, Kaleb Bishop & Najja Hunter, per @coachDeckHustle

 

Adam Zagoria ‏@AdamZagoria 1h

Hearing 2016 Canadian G Jamal Murray is impressing people at the Nike Hoop Summit practices. Game is tomorrow night on ESPN2.

Jonathan Givony ‏@DraftExpress 57m

Jamal Murray was absolutely on fire most of the week in practice. Comes into game and knocks down a 3 off the dribble. Sharpshooter.

Jonathan Givony ‏@DraftExpress 18m

Jamal Murray is quite a shooter, but he's also fairly one-dimensional. Struggles to create off the dribble and is a very poor defender.

4/8-9 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://syracuse.scout.com/2/1391438.html (members)
Thomas Bryant talks about chopping his list to six schools. SU, Kansas, Ohio St, Florida, UNC, and Kentucky. Says that he currently has the best relationship with the SU staff.

http://www.syracuse.com/orangebasketball/index.ssf/2014/04/high_school_coach_on_potential_syracuse_basketball_recruit_frank_howard_hes_a_sc.html#incart_m-rpt-2
Franklin Howard's High School coach breaks down his game and says that Howard has grown to 6'6.

http://www.draftexpress.com/article/2014-Nike-Hoop-Summit-International-Measurements-4437
http://www.draftexpress.com/article/2014-Nike-Hoop-Summit-International-Practice-Day-One-4438
Hoop Summit International team measurements and day one practice report. 2016 Cuse target Jamal Murray measured in at around 6'5, 196, 6'8 wingspan. Terrific measurements for a lead guard. Also he was noted as the top standout in practice for his shooting abilities.

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/basketball/recruiting/playerrankings/_/order/true
ESPN releases it's final 2014 rankings. Chris McCullough moves back into 5 star status at #24, while Kaleb Joseph lands in the top 50 at #50.

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncbrecruitingon-the-trail/post/_/id/9627/espn-100-biggest-risers (members)
Chris McCullough noted as one of the biggest risers in the ESPN rankings.

http://zagsblog.com/articles/mary-kline-rosters-named-for-may-31st-game/
Rosters released for the Mary Kline Classic taking place on May 31st at West Orange HS. Cuse commits Tyler Lydon and Malachi Richardson selected to play. Cuse targets Thomas Bryant, Tyus Battle, Moustapha Diagne, Chris Silva, Jamal Murray, and Derrick Jones also included.



Daily Updates
Jonathan Givony ‏@DraftExpress 1h

Jamal Murray...17-year old kid who doesn't miss from outside very often. Nice size. Smooth. Really smart.Yet another good player from Canada

4/1 News and Notes

Articles and Recaps
http://www.syracuse.com/orangebasketball/index.ssf/2014/04/class_of_2015_guard_franklin_howard_will_announce_college_choice_this_month_syra.html
2014 Guard Franklin Howard ready to announce his college choice on April 14th. SU is in good position to land the talented tall guard.

http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1388836.html (members)
Moustapha Diagne listed as one of the big men that could see his stock rise if he can expand his game.

http://syracuse.scout.com/2/1388601.html (members)
Chris McCullough's coach at IMG, talks about how he's progressing. Also worth noting that the coach claims that McCullough is up to nearly 230lbs now. McCullough was barely 200lbs last summer.

http://www.draftexpress.com/article/2014-Nike-Hoop-Summit-International-Roster-Breakdown-4420
Nike Hoop Summit International roster breakdown. Featuring 2016 Cuse target Jamal Murray. The game takes place on April 12th and will be broadcast live on ESPN2 at 7pm.

http://articles.philly.com/2014-03-28/sports/48666371_1_newton-catholic-league-title-game
Derrick Jones makes the Philly Daily News All City Team.

https://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1626206
Metro Challenge 60 recap. 2017 Forward DJ Harvey list interest from SU and an update on Franklin Howard.