Potpourri, May 31

News Bits

Here you go with the late Bill Walton's best and funniest television moments. What a player and what a character as the ultimate color announcer.

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On a much more somber and actually hard to believe note:

Marc J Spears: "Former NBA forward Drew Gordon, the brother of Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon, died in a car accident in Portland, Ore., today, his agent Calvin Andrews confirmed to ESPN Andscape. The San Jose native who played at UCLA and New Mexico was 33 years old."

I believed he was indestructible.

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Cal Poly Men's Basketball:"An NABC Division II All-America selection at Colorado Mesa, Cal Poly is pleased to welcome 6-7 forward Ethan Menzies to the lineup!"

Menzies is out of Half Moon Bay High and is rejoining his former Colorado Mesa coach who has taken over at Cal Poly. 

The feature article.

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Shams Charania: "Illinois’ Coleman (Prolific Prep) Hawkins is withdrawing from the 2024 NBA Draft and will transfer to a new program, the forward tells TheAthletic. Hawkins is expected to be among the highest-paid NIL college basketball players and is using final year of eligibility for development."

Would love to see him at Cal for his final season but that doesn't appear to be what will happen.

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"Jaylen Wells staying in draft and 'looking forward to representing' Cougs in the NBA"

What a story! Credit Sonoma State Head Coach Rich Shayewitz for seeing and landing Wells' potential first. Then Kyle Smith who didn't get stuck in the mud because Wells was playing at the D2 level.

Here's our early May 2023 Wells feature.

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John Bynum Jr.: "Dajon “Money” Lott (Sacramento CC) has committed to Western Washington University. Lott averaged 21.0 points, 10.9 rebounds and 3.0 blocks last season for the Panthers."

Congrats to Lott. But like with West Valley College's 6-foot-11 Shakir Odunewu who has committed to Bakersfield, why are the best of California's community players seemingly landing below their 'expected' level of signing school? Sac State can't use Lott?

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John Bynum Jr.: "Chris Holley (Santa Rosa JC) has committed to Sonoma State University. Holley averaged 16.9 points, 5.9 rebounds and 5.0 assists last season for the Bearcubs."

Solid get by SSU.

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"Arizona and 2024 shooting guard Jamari Phillips part ways"

He was recruited over after a subpar senior campaign. Now it will be fascinating to see who lines up to land him now?

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Team Lillard Basketball: "Alvin Loving (2025) has received an offer from University of Montana."

The 6-foot-4 Salesian Prep sharpshooter also has a Yale offer.

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24/7 High School Hoops: "NEWS: 2025 4⭐️ Jovani Ruff tells LeagueRDY he’s down to four schools:

• Kansas
• USC
• Oregon
• California

Ruff is a skilled three-level scorer with a smooth offensive game. Has a very good overall feel for the game and is a good playmaker with the ball in his hands. #27 in the ESPN100."

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Jonathan Givony: "NEWS: USF's Jonathan Mogbo will keep his name in the 2024 NBA Draft, his agent Austin Walton told ESPN. Mogbo had a strong Combine showing that elevated his standing with NBA teams. He's currently the No. 42 ranked prospect in the ESPN Top-100."

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Jasir Rencher: "Blessed to receive an offer from West Virginia University!!"

Yes it is an achievement but he's not heading to Morgantown. Proud of his Oakland birthplace, no, not happening.

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Verbal Commits: "California, Long Beach State and UC Riverside offered 2025 Modesto Christian (CA) G Gavin Sykes."

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5-foot-6 Atwater High guard Khoi Nguyen has decided to attend UC Merced and play for Coach Kevin Pham.

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5-foot-8 Venture (Stockton) Academy point Jacob Segura is joining forces with the Napa Valley Storm.

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League Him: "Hugo Facorat, 17 this week, showcases a promising blend of skill and tools at 6'10. The talented French prospect tells us he's interested in taking the college route and has received early interest from Marquette, Ohio St, Santa Clara, Seton Hall, and St. John’s, among others."

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Lorenzo Pardo: "Excited to further my education and athletics career at Pacific Union College! Thank you for the coaches that have recruited me and believed in me throughout this process. Thank you to DVC Mens Hoops for the past 2 years to help me grow as a player and a person. All good to God."

He's a 5-foot-11 point from Diablo Valley College and Heritage High.

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Potpourri, May 29

News Bits

John Bynum Jr.: "Money Lott (Sacramento City) has received an offer from Academy of Art University. Lott averaged 21.0 points and 10.9 rebounds last season for the Panthers."

and

John Bynum Jr.: "Dajon “Money” Lott (Sacramento City) has received an offer from Western Washington University. Lott averaged 21.0 points and 10.9 rebounds last season for the Panthers."

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Coach Nick Podesta is heading south.

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John Bynum Jr.: "Milandev Chatha (Skyline) has received an offer from Doane University. Chatha averaged 15.2 points and 6.3 rebounds last season for the Trojans."

Doane is located in Nebraska.

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Simply Basketball: "Vaughn Long has committed to the University of Portland."

He is a 6-foot-6 shooting guard out of Granada High. His first name is actually NaVaughn.

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"Knicks associate head coach Johnnie Bryant will be considered for Cavaliers HC job"

Born in Oakland, Bryant graduated from Bishop O'Dowd and CCSF.

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Cal Berkeley has been extremely active in player procurement of late:

Eric Reibe: "Extremely blessed to receive an offer from the University of California."

He's a 7-foot, 230 2025 prospect.

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Jake Lieberman: "Ifaola has been offered by Cal, he’s told me."

The above was piggybacked on another Lieberman tweet: "2025 prospect Tacko Ifaola out of Dream City Christian & Utah Prospects tells me that he's now hearing from LSU & Houston.

Offers: USC, Oklahoma State, St. John's, Providence & Seton Hall."

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Verbal Commits: "2026 Dream City Christian (AZ) G Ikenna Alozie has received an offer from California."

He's a 6-foot-4 backcourter.

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Verbal Commits: "2026 Springville (UT) F/C  Jamyn Sondrup has received an offer from California."

He stands 6-foot-8.

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Monte Vista Christian 6-foot point Vid Levak has signed with Simpson University.

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Derek Murray: "Utah State transfer Joshua Uduje has committed to San Jose State University. 6’5 G averaged 8.7 points per game & and was named MWC Sixth Man of the Year."

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Luke Laczkowski: "After a conversation with Coach Myers, I am grateful to receive an offer from Sacramento State University. Thank you to Coach Myers and the coaching staff for the opportunity."

The forward stands 6-foot-7 is a 2025 prospect and is a Texas hooper.

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Jon Rothstein: "Tyler Harris tells me that he will withdraw from the 2024 NBA Draft and play for Washington next season. Transfer from Portland."

Didn't need binoculars to see this coming. How Portland Coach Shantay Legans got Harris to the Rose City in the first place is truly amazing. He had to know he would lose Harris once the freshman started playing so well.

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Jaden Henderson: "Last ride!❤️ Heavenly Father thank you for another opportunity to go to school and play basketball on scholarship, I wouldn’t ask for any other journey. Thank you to the coaching staff at Concordia for making me feel at home, ready to get to work!"

The 6-foot-4 Henderson prepped at Antelope High and attended Midland College (TX), William Jessup, York University (NE) and now Concordia University/Irvine. Sacramento is his home town. He averaged 13.2 points per game last season.

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Verbal Commits: "2025 Mater East (NV) F Lonnie Bass, Jr. has received an offer from San José State."

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Recruits Zone: "2025 prospect Chase (Folsom High/Rose City Ballers) Rawlins tells me that he has started to receive interest from the following schools:

• Cal Poly
• Hawaii
• Chattanooga
• Navy
• Princeton
• Cal Baptist
• Loyola Chicago

Averaging 22 PPG, 6 RPG, & 4 APG on the Pro16 Puma Circuit."

Where is Sac State? UC Davis? San Jose State? USF? Santa Clara? Pacific?

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Drew Fischer Stays in NorCal

If Cal Maritime Head Coach Colin Johnson needs tough on the court, he has it now plus more in 6-foot point guard Drew Fischer out of Sacramento City College and Liberty Ranch High. Fischer recently committed to Cal Maritime and will be heading to Vallejo come summer's end. Sure Fischer scored 7.0 points per game while shooting 44%, 36% and 60% overall, dished out 235 assists versus just 61 turnovers and nabbed 83 steals but he also finished second on his Panther team in rebounds with 235, an average of 7.8 a contest. That's an astounding number considering his size and position.

But ask Fischer about his top skills and the response is "my IQ, it's my best skill. Second is my playmaking and passing. Third is playing to win, meaning doing what gives us the best chance of winning. I try to play harder than anybody else and make winning plays."

Fischer is moving 60 miles south

So why his choice of the Keelhaulers? "It came down to Cal Maritime and one other school. A couple of people I know and trust spoke well about Coach Johnson and I went that way." Contact between the two started just a month ago and from an initial text an offer was eventually forthcoming and accepted. It didn't hurt that Cal Maritime was in need of a starting point.

What is Fischer expecting come the new season? "Definitely playing fast and pushing the ball, like with Sac City. Figuring out how to win. Those are the things I'm good at."

He will also be providing leadership to the Keelhauler crew. "It's getting everyone on the same page." As he said in an earlier interview, "I would say I'm a leader as I'm one of the more vocal players on our (Sacramento City College) team but I also lead by example. You have to be a leader at my position—it's needed at my position. But I've matured a lot more in the delivery of my message so that things I say have credibility."

Fischer grabbing, what else, a rebound

About his search for a new home, Fischer offered, "It's a relief to know where I'm going. I found it a little frustrating but not stressful.

Cal Maritime is a member of the California Pacific Conference which includes Simpson University (in Redding), Pacific Union (near St. Helena) and UC Merced, opponents requiring a relatively short drives for family and friends to watch Fischer play on the road. Of course, there are home games in Vallejo, an hour away from Sacramento.

Fischer will major in Business Administration.

Potpourri, May 27

News Bits

Simply Basketball: "Leo Ricketts has committed to Sacramento State.

He's a six-footer out of De La Salle. Here's our earlier feature on Ricketts. Interim Head Coach Michael Czepil moved quickly on this one.

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"MCCLENDON JOINS SPARTANS FOR 2024-25 SEASON"

San Jose State University has never before landed a UCLA basketball transfer. Granted, McClendon's numbers are minuscule but SJSU needs defensive help in the backcourt and the 6-foot-3 guard should assist there.

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Chico State Men's Basketball: "Introducing Cole Epperson to the #WildcatFamily!! Cole is coming off an impressive senior campaign at Jesuit High School, located in Sacramento where he averaged 15 PPG & 7 RPG. He was named First-Team All-Delta league 3x times throughout his high school career."

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Elias Amanor Obenyah: "I am blessed to receive my first D1 offer from UC San Diego. Thank you to the coaching staff for believing in me."

Yes, it's very early (a 2026 prospect) but where are the NorCal D1s with this Salesian/Team Lillard guy?

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"Taevon Pierre-Louis Commits to Dominican University"

The player particularly credits his coming to northern California to Dominican Associate Head Coach Matt Okada.

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Devin Aye: "Jags fam welcomes Jeremiah Butler 6'3" (Inderkum HS, Sacramento, CA). Another elite talent w/ powerful build that fits the Jags perfectly. Butler was Capital Valley League MVP on an elite Inderkum HS program coached by head coach Fred Wilson & Asst. Coach Tauran Moore."

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Semetri Carr: "Blessed to receive an offer from University of Utah! Thank you Loren Leath & Utah MBB."

Leath introduced the idea of pursuing the 2025 Branson School guard to his new boss and got the green light.

and

Verbal Commits: "2025 Archbishop Riordan (CA) G/F Jasir Rencher has received an offer from Utah."

Likewise.

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Jason Dumas: "Warriors pre-draft workouts for Thurs, 5/23:

• Coleman Hawkins (Illinois)
• Antonio Reeves (Kentucky)
• Payton Sandfort (Iowa)

Hawkins is an interesting name to keep an eye on. Versatile big. Played at Illinois with Podz. Played at Prolific Prep in Napa. From Sac area."

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Verbal Commits: "Kansas and Stanford offered 2025 Greenfield Central (IN) G Braylon Mullins."

Mullins is a 6-foot-5 guard.

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Dinos Trigonis: "2024 Pangos Terrific 24 Notes: there is an emerging 2025 sleeper out of Cali's Central Valley: 6-6 Anthony Moore (Lincoln High/Stockton CA). Athletic & wiry F is quick in transition & attacks the hoop with ferocity! Had 20 pts/8 rebs for Develop 17/CA in 77-64 win over AJ Bouye 17/GA."

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Simply Basketball: "Obinna Ekezie Jr (2027) stock has gone through the roof! Now has offers from Stanford, Cal, and Houston!"

Ekezie Jr. is at Prolific Prep, summers with Team Lillard and is 7-foot, 220.

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Jon Chepkevich: "San Francisco’s Jonathan Mogbo lived above the rim at the NEXT Sports Pro Day. Measured in w/ a +7 ¾” wingspan (2nd largest differential) and notched the 5th fastest sprint time. Grab-and-go playmaking + overall versatility really stood out in scrimmages. Needle-moving week."

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Nick Hopkins: "I am blessed to receive an official offer from Academy of Art University. thank you."

Hopkins stands 6-foot-5 and attends Mt. San Antonio College in the Southland.

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Frank Knight: "College coaches should take at look Moreau Catholic's 6'4 G/W Cole Loud. Playing with Lakeshow Hoops this spring and summer before his senior year. A 1st team all MVAL selection this season Cole is a no brainer college recruit."

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"Report: Bulls Owner Won’t Make Trades With Lakers Because He Doesn’t Want LeBron James Infringing Upon Michael Jordan’s Legacy"

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John Bynum Jr.: "Darius Best (Cabrillo College) has committed to Dominican University. Best averaged 15.8 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.5 assists last season for the Seahawks."

Really liked this player. Thought he would go higher.

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"(Boise State) Broncos Sign Ethan Lathan to NLI"

The 6-foot-11 Lathan is playing with Team Lillard right now and formerly committed to Old Dominion.

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Jalen Green Elite: "Congrats to 6’7 San Joaquin Memorial Julius Olanrewaju on his offer from Montana State."

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Verbal Commits: "Purdue and Stanford offered 2026 Lebanon (OH) G/F Anthony Thompson."

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Aaron Burgin: "Former Helix/ Miramar College PG Markee Williams has committed to Sonoma State. Williams was one of SoCal’s top juco point guards and was one of SD’s top prospects in the 2022 class."

He stands 6-foot-1.

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Delta Men's Basketball: "Congrats to Dom Perasso on signing with Pacific Lutheran University."

Perasso stands 6-foot-6, averaged 13.7 points plus 6.0 boards and is out of St. Mary's High (Stockton). PLU is located in Washington.

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Darrin Lum Selects Willamette

It's Willamette next season for Lum

Patience and persistence personifies 6-foot-2 Skyline College sophomore guard Darrin Lum and because of added weight and thus strength, plus further skill development, the sharpshooter is now headed to Willamette University in Oregon.

Why the choice of the Bearcats? "I liked the situation. Coach (Michael) Lenahan turned the program around right away and they had good season (finishing 14-10). They recruited me heavily and I watched film to see how they play. Willamette also has the best business school in Oregon" (business administration will be Lum's major). He owns a 3.2 grade point average with a couple of appearances on the Dean's List for academic excellence.

In a somewhat unusual move Lum and Lenahan first met when the head coach attended a late December Skyline College practice. "I played well," Lum recalled and "I ended up talking with him for some time." Lenahan and Skyline Coach Justin Piergrossi are coaching friends and the former attended practice in order to observe the various talents on the Trojan team with an eye to adding talent to his own squad.

Lum isn't the biggest but his production is sizeable

Why so much interest by Lenahan in Lum's services considering this was the first time each saw the other? In one sentence: with his quick release and remarkable accuracy, the sophomore led the California community college ranks this season in made three-pointers with 90 while also shooting 46% on his trey attempts. Yes, those extraordinarily accurate and efficient numbers are correct. Just for comparison sake, Steph Curry shot 41% on his trey attempts this season for the Warriors.

What does Lum believe are his best basketball skills?

"Shooting, for sure. I've put a lot of work into it, starting in fifth grade when I started out making 200 shots a day." As the current coach of the Bulldawgs Basketball Club, an AAU program consisting of 4th to 9th graders, he sees an added benefit to his mentoring. "Teaching the players how to shoot helps me get better." Continuing with his skills set, Lum said, "making adjustments is a skill. I also move off the ball well and am good at reading the game." Always looking to better his skills, he finished with, "hopefully I can add defense to this list."

Lum's best basketball moment came against Diablo Valley College. "It's hard to pick for sure but it's when I tied the school record for threes. What made it so special is knowing what it took to get to that point."

The Adventure Begins

His basketball journey through high school and now as he finishes up at Skyline has produced multiple highs and lows, featuring periodic peace as well as inner turmoil. But always gratefulness despite setbacks. "In my junior year of high school (Lincoln High), we were scheduled to play for the NorCal Final of the Divison 4 CIF State Tournament, and unfortunately the whole tournament was cancelled because of Covid-19 outbreak."

"The next year (my senior year), our school district cancelled our basketball season. I was devastated. But I kept working out everyday, staying ready for the time I would play basketball once again."

That Opportunity Arrived

"Luckily, I was given the chance to join the team at Skyline the next year. My redshirt year at Skyline (2021-2022) was rough. It was difficult for me to stay patient, I hadn’t played a real basketball game since March 2020 and I was eager for just the chance to step on the floor, and I had to wait another year. During this time, I learned how to be patient and disciplined, while also physically getting stronger as well."

"The next year (my freshman year) was a huge challenge. I could barely crack the rotation at the start of the season. I would give my all in every practice but I would have nothing to show for it. I recall being so frustrated, having thoughts of quitting the team, but being in this dark place allowed me to shift my mindset. Instead of moping and complaining, I would tell myself to embrace the privilege of being able to play basketball everyday, and I saw every practice as an opportunity to do what I love."

Turning the Corner

"At this time, our team was about to kick into full gear, and I remember having a conversation with Coach P and I asked him what I could do better in practice to earn his trust so I could hopefully get a chance to play more. He told me that defense should be my main focus, and just being more physical. Once he told me that, I worked even harder on defense everyday, and eventually he began to trust me. I then finally cracked the rotation against San Francisco City College in our third league game where I performed well, and from then on I’ve played in every game since. I even went 6-7 on threes with 22 points in our state playoff game against Contra Costa College in our last game of my freshman year."

"Returning to what I said earlier though, I believe my mindset shift is the reason why I did so well my next year (sophomore year). I practiced gratitude everyday, and I believe that allowed me to perform well on the court. I was never worried about achievements or awards going into games. I just wanted to go out and live in the moment, enjoying playing basketball and trusting the work I put in. Ultimately, I want to my journey to be an example of never giving up and always staying ready, while also appreciating every moment throughout the process."

Summer Plans & Beyond

This summer, Lum plans to "definitely get stronger, watch more film than usual to get better on defense, work on my handle and just polish my game."

His goals for next season are "to stay as efficient and contribute to winning, help win conference, provide more defensive effort, be more vocal as a leader—just control the controllables."

Lum offered thanks "to my parents and family for all the sacrifices they made getting me to games and tournaments, to my Dad and my Uncle Brian who pushed me to work hard and to Coach P for taking me under his wing, being patient and trusting me."

Lum focuses at the foul line

Having spent three years at Skyline College, Lum came in at 142 pounds. Now at 162, he gave credit to the Skyline basketball weightlifting program for being a tremendous plus throughout his time as a Trojan. "It definitely helped me this season."

"Darrin made an amazing transformation during his time at Skyline," Coach Piergrossi explained. "He arrived as a great shooter, but he leaves as a very good college basketball player. His dedication to improving every aspect of his game was visible each and every day. He stayed committed to the process and matured a lot along the way. He has a great understanding of the game, and has figured out how to excel against very challenging defenses. Everything he accomplished was within our system of play. His sophomore season was special, and beautiful to watch. Credit goes out to him and his teammates for the efficiency they displayed this year. Darrin is in position to have another breakout season."

Lum wants to remain enmeshed in basketball even long after his playing days subside. Wherever he ends up living, count on that territory to be turning out loads of good shooters because of his tutelage.

Potpourri, May 24

News Bits

New Sac State Head Coach Michael Czepil

Jeff Borzello: "NEWS: LSU is hiring Sacramento State head coach David Patrick as Matt McMahon's associate head coach, sources told ESPN. It will be Patrick’s second stint in Baton Rouge after serving on Johnny Jones’ staff from 2012-16. Proven high-major recruiter with head coaching experience."

Wow, wow,wow! I really thought Patrick would stay around longer but with NIL money now playing such a dominant role in college basketball and the Hornets having no hope of ever building up a 'war chest' for recruiting and retaining purposes...

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Jeff Goodman: "Michael Czepil will be interim coach for this season, school announced."

He was the associate head coach.

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John Bynum Jr.: "Drew Fischer (Sacramento City College) has committed to Cal Maritime. Fischer averaged 6.9 points, 8.4 rebounds and 7.8 assists last season for the Panthers."

He is one tough player. Congrats to him.

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"Harvard transfer forward Chisom Okpara commits to Stanford"

A very much needed pickup at 6-foot-8, 225. Kyle Smith and Crew are working it.

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John Bynum Jr.: "Jamaal Unuakhalu (Moorpark) has committed to UC Davis. Unuakalu averaged 14.5 points and 10.7 rebounds last season for the Raiders."

He's 6-foot-7, 210. The Defensive Player of the Year in the Western State North Conference (3.0 blocked shots), he also shot 57% overall, 78% at the foul line and was noted for his good motor.

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Verbal Commits: "LSU, SMU and St. John's offered 2025 Archbishop Riordan (CA) G/F Jasir Rencher."

That's a geographic assortment of suitors. I have a hunch (which that and a $10 bill will likely get you a single special coffee nowadays at Starbucks) Cal will win this battle, especially if the Bears enjoy a solid initial season in the ACC.

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Verbal Commits: "2026 St. John Bosco (CA) G Brandon McCoy, Jr. has received an offer from Stanford."

McCoy has great game and great grades. But it's hard to see him bypassing UCLA.

Stanford has also offered 2026 6-foot-5 guard Junior County out of Utah.

California also offered him early this month.

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Obinna Ekezie Jr.: "Blessed to receive my 3rd D1 offer from Stanford."

The 2027 prospect stands 7-foot, weighs 220 and plays for Prolific Prep and Team Lillard.

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Verbal Commits: "Stanford and Virginia Tech offered 2025 Cathedral (IN) F Brady Koehler."

Koehler is a 6-foot-9 forward out of Indiana.

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Verbal Commits: "2024 RIG Mark (SWE) G Eddie Hedqvist has committed to Pacific."

He's a 6-foot-5 guard.

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Isaiah Ackerman:"Blessed to receive a D1 offer from UC Riverside. Thank you very much to the coaching staff for believing in me. Big thank you to all the coaches, my family and friends who have helped me throughout the way."

He's a 6-foot-4 guard out of the 831 (Santa Cruz area) with a solid all-around game and a 4.0 GPA.

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6-foot-1 guard Elijah Perryman, attending Clayton Valley Charter High. picked up recent offers from Santa Clara,, San Francisco, Weber State, Montana, Montana State and Cal Baptist." link

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Verbal Commits D2: "Cal State East Bay and Colorado State–Pueblo offered 2024 Triton College (IL) F Antonio Lisenbee."

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Verbal Commits D2: "St. Edward's G Jayden Johnston has received an offer from Chico State.

Johnston is a 6-foot-4 D2 transfer with a year of eligibility remaining."

Johnston also has an offer from Metro State.

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Jake Lieberman: "2025 prospect Angelino Mark out of Notre Dame HS (CA) & Oakland Soldiers tells me that he’s now hearing from Utah, Washington & USC. Offers: Cal, Northwestern, Texas A&M, UC Riverside, University of San Diego, +."

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Luka Radovanovic: "Thank you to Coach Ryan Bisio and (College of the) Redwoods for giving me this opportunity. Truly grateful and looking forward to the future."

Rado is a 6-foot-6 forward out of Vanden High.

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24/7 High School Hoops: "2024 F Ethan Lathan tells LeagueRDY he’s taking an official visit to Boise State today and tomorrow. Lathan was originally committed to Old Dominion before deciding to reopen his recruitment. He also plans to visit San Francisco in early June. One of the top big men on the board in the ‘24 class."

At 6-foot-11, he appears to be playing with Team Lillard right now.

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Chabot Gladiator Basketball: "6’2 G Gavin is a hi level “smooth” 3pt shooting combo guard that plays tough D and to win!"

Gavin Marin is out of Arroyo Grande High.

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Verbal Commits: "2025 Salt Lake CC (UT) F/C Xavier Edmonds has received an offer from California."

At 6-foot-9, 240, he's out of southern California.

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Verbal Commits: "2025 Heritage Christian (CA) F Dillan Shaw has received an offer from Stanford."

He stands 6-foot-8, 200. This is an article from June 2023 on Shaw.