Harrison Barnes recruiting thread

**dgoore97** · 03-08-2009, 11:42 PM

but seems like a nice kid.

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncaa/recru...allpass/090305

**RelativeWays** · 03-09-2009, 07:46 AM

From what I've read, Barnes comes off as a guy almost taylor made for us, more than Boynton, Monroe, etc. He seems like he's thoughtful, well spoken, driven, values an education, basically everything you'd want from a student athlete.

**rotogod00** · 03-09-2009, 04:16 PM

from today's recruiting chat on espn.com

Reggie Rankin: "...Word on the street is Barnes is almost a lock for Duke. Stay tuned."

**FireOgilvie** · 03-09-2009, 04:31 PM

Originally Posted by rotogod00

from today's recruiting chat on espn.com

Reggie Rankin: "...Word on the street is Barnes is almost a lock for Duke. Stay tuned."

I'll believe it once I hear HB say it. Barnes has never hinted in ANY direction and people are simply guessing. With that said, I would absolutely love to see Barnes here in two years. The more I read about him, the more I like him. He's the next Battier (although no one can really be Battier... let's be honest).

**yancem** · 03-09-2009, 05:49 PM

Originally Posted by FireOgilvie

I'll believe it once I hear HB say it. Barnes has never hinted in ANY direction and people are simply guessing. With that said, I would absolutely love to see Barnes here in two years. The more I read about him, the more I like him. He's the next Battier (although no one can really be Battier... let's be honest).

While I would hate to place undue pressure on any young player by saying "he's the next ____", from what I've read he does seem to share some personality traits with Battier. Who knows if he will end up being as good a player or have as decorated of a college career as Battier but I wouldn't be surprised if has more of a statitical impact earlier in career and probably in the nba. He seems to be significantly more athletic and it sounds like his shooting touch, while maybe not in Redick's territory, may be not too far out of it. Here's to hoping we get to see him wearing blue and white in two years.

**-jk** · 03-09-2009, 05:54 PM

Originally Posted by yancem

While I would hate to place undue pressure on any young player by saying "he's the next ____", from what I've read he does seem to share some personality traits with Battier.

But no pressure, man.

-jk

**roywhite** · 03-09-2009, 10:03 PM

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/state-boys-basketball

Here's a link with everything you need to know about the Iowa state playoffs, and the object of our affection, young Mr. Barnes in a 33-picture slideshow!

No inside info, but I suspect we'll hear more about his visits, etc. after the state tournament ends.

**Highlander** · 03-10-2009, 08:42 AM

According to the Bracket, Ames HS plays it's first game tomorrow at 1:30pm ct.

**mdmdukie** · 03-11-2009, 11:31 AM

Here's a nice read about Harrison in today's paper.

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/art...0811/903110366

**Saratoga2** · 03-11-2009, 12:03 PM

Harrison sounds like he fits the Duke mold very well indeed. If he comes, he will be replacing Scheyer perhaps. Having a 6'6" versitile player who can handle, dribble-drive, shoot from outside fits very well with the current approach of starting a guard and small forward line all 6'4" or more. I can imagine him playing with Williams and Smith or another strong point guard to make a very formidable group.

This kid also is well grounded and from a good family and would take to the academic environment.

He would be a really great addition to the team.

**Rudy** · 03-11-2009, 12:47 PM

Originally Posted by mdmdukie

Here's a nice read about Harrison in today's paper.

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/art...0811/903110366

"When the Little Cyclones were knocked out of the postseason a year ago, Harrison took a clipping of the game story from the next day's newspaper and hung it in his room as a reminder that he never, ever wanted to feel that way again."

Echo of Coach K.

**roywhite** · 03-13-2009, 04:55 PM

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/art...S0811/90313024

Harrison Barnes scored 23 to pace his team into the Iowa state championship game.

**Cornstock** · 03-14-2009, 09:30 PM

Im watching Barnes in the Iowa state championship game right now. He has two dunks in the first two minutes and looks impressive.

I talked to Barnes yesterday after his semi-final game and he is in no rush to make a decision. I asked him about Duke and he just smiled. Still no indication.

**roywhite** · 03-14-2009, 11:59 PM

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/art...S0811/90314012

Congratulations to Harrison Barnes and his Ames team for completing an unbeaten season with a 55-45 win in the Iowa State Championship. Barnes led the team with 24 points.

**FireOgilvie** · 03-15-2009, 01:28 AM

Originally Posted by roywhite

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/art...S0811/90314012

Congratulations to Harrison Barnes and his Ames team for completing an unbeaten season with a 55-45 win in the Iowa State Championship. Barnes led the team with 24 points.

Awesome. Congrats to Harrison and Ames High!

**FireOgilvie** · 03-25-2009, 04:39 AM

I have some bad news about Harrison Barnes. He just picked UNC...

...to win the National Championship this year. Don't have a heart attack... although I almost did anyway.

http://www.gocyclones.com/news.php?ID=1343

Hopefully, he is only doing this because he has a history of guessing incorrectly and he's trying to jinx them.

Oh, and he was named Gatorade Iowa Boys Basketball Player of the Year. Nice.

http://www.amestrib.com/articles/200...f524040103.txt

**yancem** · 03-25-2009, 08:07 AM

Originally Posted by FireOgilvie

I have some bad news about Harrison Barnes. He just picked UNC...

...to win the National Championship this year. Don't have a heart attack... although I almost did anyway.

http://www.gocyclones.com/news.php?ID=1343

Hopefully, he is only doing this because he has a history of guessing incorrectly and he's trying to jinx them.

Oh, and he was named Gatorade Iowa Boys Basketball Player of the Year. Nice.

http://www.amestrib.com/articles/200...f524040103.txt

Dude, I just woke up! Not nice to use a play on words on the groggy!!!

**AIRFORCEDUKIE** · 03-25-2009, 08:12 AM

Originally Posted by yancem

Dude, I just woke up! Not nice to use a play on words on the groggy!!!

I think its awesome that the first thing you do when you wake up is log on to the DBR forum. Thats dedication

**Smitty1911** · 03-25-2009, 08:51 AM

Originally Posted by FireOgilvie

I have some bad news about Harrison Barnes. He just picked UNC...

I hope someone pulls a Chris Paul on you today!

**Travi_K** · 04-01-2009, 09:23 AM

Who else is all for Memphis letting Xavier Henry out of his commitment? 6'6 210 lb and the only other school listing him with very strong interest is Kansas. I know they are different classes and Henry may end up staying at Memphis but I don't think it could hurt by any means with Barnes. Never knew coach Cal could so directly and indireclty have such a potential influence on our recruiting.

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