What player do you think is making the biggest mistake by declaring early

[Tennessee Ted]

My vote goes to Kosta Koufus from Ohio St. This guy was an inconsistent big man for a mediocre team. I do not think leading your team to the NIT is enough of a feather in your cap to make the next level. He is a good talent, but he could use at least two more years in college to work on his game.

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[PuddingTime]

He seriously declared? What a joke! lol. I don't think Speights is ready from Florida either. Lemme look at the list and I'll give more thoughts.

[PuddingTime]

Well 2 SEC guys standout....Anthony Randolph is definitely good, but I think he could use another year in Baton Rouge. Ronald Steele....we know he's good but his injuries are gonna kill his chances. Why not stay in Tuscaloosa and play that 5th year of eligibility and remind everyone why you were such a big deal in the first place?

[BamaDude06]

Supposedly Steele and Gottfried had a falling out. I remember hearing Gottfried wanted him to play this year and Steele had to go over him to be able to redshirt.

[GeauxTo]

I agree on Anthony Randolph; he should stay at LSU for at least one more year. The new coach may mean new opportunities for Randolph to become a household name during his sophomore season.

[volimhtown]

I agree with Puddin's thoughts on Randolph. Another year under a better coach would do wonders.

I don't get why AJ Abrams would declare, either. He was going to finally get the chance to shine away from Augustin's light. Silly...

Actually, with a handful of exceptions, I don't understand any of these guys. I mean, I understand chasing the "check", but most won't cut it at the next level and like so many others, will be flipping my burgers in a few years!!

[bigsexxxy]

Where should we start? There's a TON of players who have no business dipping their toe in the draft waters.

Steele, Koufos, Anderson and the other guy from Memphis, Hendrix.

Anthony Randolph is ready to play with the big boys. There's no reason for him to stay in Red Stick.

[sheluvsbama]

Maybe Kevin Love. He is only a freshman, and he plays for the high profile UCLA team. I think it would be better for him if he stayed a little longer and showed what he can do. He will be noticed, and have an opportunity to hone his skills. Granted, he is already a fine player, but I think his possibilies would only get brighter with another year of collegiate ball under his belt.

[Tennessee Ted]

I think Tim Duncan showed why it is smart to stay in college and hone your skills, but year after year many make a dumb mistake. I can understand since the money is a huge incentive, but I don't think Volimhtown pays that well for his flipped burgers.

[the Paradox]

Bottom line is that these guys, if they fail in the NBA, can head to Europe or Asia and make some fat cash.


RTR

[crawfish]

I agree on Anthony Randolph; he should stay at LSU for at least one more year. The new coach may mean new opportunities for Randolph to become a household name during his sophomore season.

He's definitely my pick! The guy's stock would be out the roof in a couple of seasons. Shame for him....and for LSU.