Stauskas, McGary and Robinson III file for evaluations by Advisory Committee

Submitted by BlueCube on

In a surprise to no one, but probably more important tham who's wearing Michigan apparel threads, Mitch McGary, Nik Stauskas and Glenn Robinson III have filed to request an evaluation by the NBA Undergraduate Advisory Committee.

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boliver46

April 9th, 2014 at 11:46 AM ^

but did they wear their Michigan hats on their way to file the requests?!?!?  And who looked the best?!?!?

 

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Naked Bootlegger

April 9th, 2014 at 11:48 AM ^

Quick, MGoBender.   Remove your CoE shirt and rock that Stauskas, McGary, or Robinson jersey.   The more public support our players get, the more likely they are to ignore the obvious rubbish advisory advice spewed by the Undergraduate Advisory Committee.   And maybe pass on a message to your dear friend Leo to do the same.

JHendo

April 9th, 2014 at 1:24 PM ^

Stauskas, McGary and Robinson jerseys?  I'm sorry, you must be confused.  The only NCAA licensed jerseys that are allowed to be sold are generic school specific jerseys with random numbers on them (which if they happen to coincide with the numbers of any current student athlete, it is due to pure coincidence).  We apologize for any confusion, and we thank you for your money.

- Sincerely, Mark Emmert

Bodogblog

April 9th, 2014 at 11:49 AM ^

But does the Undergraduate Advisory Committee take into account the current estimated pool of draft entrants in their evaluation?  That would probably be hard, because at this point no one has any idea of who will actually declare.  But this draft has been noted as being loaded, and I'm not sure if they include that in the evaluation of where they may end up.

Mr. Yost

April 9th, 2014 at 10:18 PM ^

Not even the people who panic about everything...have panicked about this.

J-Mo had a better chance of mysteriously returning for a 6th year than these guys not putting their names into the committee. Doesn't mean anything. Somewhat surprised Caris didn't too just so he could see where he was and what he needed to work on.

Ghost of BCook…

April 9th, 2014 at 11:58 AM ^

This is really a great service the NBA offers to the college kids.  Takes away much of the risk that comes with making the leap.  Does anyone know how long it has been offered?  I'd be curious if MSUs Marcus Taylor was privy to that same service back in the day - he's always been the poster child in my mind for guys making a terrible decision to leave early. 

ChasingRabbits

April 9th, 2014 at 11:59 AM ^

Lets hope that what GRIII and MM see convinces them that another year in school would do them some good.   Stauskas will see a very high grade, so he would have to find other reasons to stay.  Not going to happen.

 

jsquigg

April 9th, 2014 at 12:06 PM ^

.......and then all three decided that the NBA could be conquered later and that there was more work to do and they decided to use up all their eligibility and lead Michigan to two straight National Titles!!! and elsewhere in the nation and especially in Ohio there was weeping and gnashing of teeth.

UMMAN83

April 9th, 2014 at 12:08 PM ^

McGarry's return will only mean more money to him next year. He could stand to work on his shot. You can argue NS needs one more year. What's the downside of another year in college with your friends and a shot at a NC?

mistersuits

April 9th, 2014 at 12:56 PM ^

There are a few million downsides, actually.

15th pick: guaranteed $3.1M
30th pick: guaranteed $1.8M

If you're told you could work your way into the first round with a few great workouts, that kind of money being that close (regardless of what your true odds are) is the kind of thing that sways people, regardless of where their families are. And keep in mind 18 to 21 year olds aren't typically known for their sound decision making.

You don't want GR3 to go the route of Manny or Darius but he has a bigger upside than both of those guys. Both GR3 and Mitch were feeling regret at various points over the season for their decision to return.

I'm sticking with my original call that all 3 are gone-zo. Caris, Derrick, and Zak you're up!

HarBooYa

April 9th, 2014 at 1:18 PM ^

But while that $1.8 m might indeed be persuasive to an 18 year old, in actuality, it ain't that much and it shouldn't be. Strike out taxes, cost of an agent and all of the other expenses a kid in a new place has watch out. If one of these guys got drafted in that slot and went to Brooklyn or the Knicks, they could barely afford a house in most neighborhoods they would stay. #notkidding.

The 15th spot is a lot harder to deny since you would really have to be trying to give away money not to bank a little.

ontarioblue

April 9th, 2014 at 1:07 PM ^

Starts to describe in detail how the terroirists are able to make explosive devices, I always wondered why the heck do you want everyone to know this?  Your post makes me feel the same way.  If Levert hasn't thought about doing this, why do we want to tell him he could?

UofM Die Hard …

April 9th, 2014 at 12:51 PM ^

in these situations.  He saw the bright lights, went to the NBA (2nd round) and played a little bit but now just sits on the bench and doesnt play...these young men are born to play ball and then they go in the NBA and they dont get to play the sport they love on a daily basis..gotta take advantage of being that go to guy in college...just my thoughts.

 

 But if you are a lock for first round then you should go and get paid.  

 

 

Gustavo Fring

April 9th, 2014 at 12:56 PM ^

His jump shot needed a lot of work.

GROB is an inconsistent shooter, but his form is good and an NBA team will not be dissuaded by that.  He's inconsistent in general, but NBA teams might feel like the right culture and teammates could really bring out more intensity.

Morris had more gaps in his game than Stauskas and GRIII.  

GoBlueInIowa

April 9th, 2014 at 4:35 PM ^

Does anyone know if any of the 3 did this last year and then came back?

Seems like you wouldn't bother if you had the feeling of "I love college and want another chance at a NC - so I am staying"

Or do they receive feedback on what they specifically need to improve on for next years draft, if they don't come out.

Ghost of BCook…

April 9th, 2014 at 4:38 PM ^

They are provided specific feedback on what to improve in order to better their status.  GRIII and McGary both went through this last year.  Nik did not, but he was coming off of a season where he was mainly a role player at the time, I don't think anyone at the time would have thought he was remotely ready for the NBA. 

goblue16

April 9th, 2014 at 5:32 PM ^

Yes last year Robinson McGary Burke and Hardaway all placed their names for evaluation. What I found strange was the they advised both McGary an Robinson to leave but Hardaway to stay. Strange how things turned out but Hardaway has had a good career thus far

goblue16

April 9th, 2014 at 5:34 PM ^

Actually Burke applied in 2012 as well and at one point it was certain he would leave before surprising us in his decision to come back. Nothing to worry about its just step 1 in deciding on coming back or not. Lets hope they all make the best decision either way

Tater

April 9th, 2014 at 8:32 PM ^

I am betting that John Beilein was one of the first people to advise them to get their paperwork in, too.  One thing recruits can trust at Michigan is that they will get great and honest advice from a coach who knows basketball.