Averaging 23 for the year, 27 the last 6 games.
And this when teams are gaming for him.
Guys a cold blooded killer at the moment.
And this when teams are gaming for him.
Guys a cold blooded killer at the moment.
No fade for Keegan
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This game was the most obvious that he is just in a zone right now and it doesn't matter what the opposition does to stop him.
No fade for Keegan or Fran, very cool
Keegan came out on fire tonight from everywhere on the floor. Definitely set the tone.
Lottery pick? If Keegan can stay in beast mode and take Iowa deeper into the BTT and NCAA tourney than it’s been in decades, he might be a possible Top 5 pick.
Keegan says it. Kenyon said it. He just absolutely believes that he's the best player out there every time he steps on the court. You'll not find a more confident player than Keegan Murray right now.
Roy Marble held title as most Talented Forward at Iowa over past 45 years. Keegan surpassed him, too bad
we only got him part time last year and 1 full year. Hope he makes a name for himself at NBA level. He does
have the ball handling, size, athlieticms, shooting, defense to be an elite player.
we only got him part time last year and 1 full year. Hope he makes a name for himself at NBA level. He does
have the ball handling, size, athlieticms, shooting, defense to be an elite player.
As great as Luka was, I'm thinking that Keegan might be even better. Overall, at least (including defense).
needs to come back for at least 2 more seasons
He made himself more 💰 tonight.
His left hand is what sets him apart. He is as good left as right, amazing.
He clearly realizes he can get whatever he wants and his teammates understand it as well.
His left hand is what sets him apart. He is as good left as right, amazing.
He clearly realizes he can get whatever he wants and his teammates understand it as well.
I love Luka too. Love everything about him and maybe at the top of the list is his work ethic.
I don't think there is a "might be" about it. I just don't see any major flaws in his game.
It’s really fun to watch! I love the way Keegan handles himself, confident not cocky. He represents the university well.
I'll take him coming back to play along side his brother for one more year. That could take Iowa to heights that Iowa hasn't been since 1970, 1979, or 1986.
Absolutely. Wasn't there a mention earlier that Keegan was, like his twin, left handed originally? He sure plays like it.
Two things have stood out for me since he started lighting it up early in the season:
- He’s just smoother and more athletic than almost anyone else. He’s almost always in the right spot, he’ll beat his guy on D and he doesn’t even look like he’s trying hard.
- He’s one of the most even-keel players I’ve ever seen. He barely celebrates anything and rarely smiles. To look at his body language, you don’t know if he’s just scored 8 straight points or missed his last 6 shots.
I remember watching their videos from IMG after Fran signed them and thinking, well these guys seem to both be pretty solid shooters with decent athleticism. But now it’s obvious it just looks so effortless that their athleticism doesn’t really jump off the screen. Everything they do just looks soooo easy! And yes, that flex was awesome, most emotion you’ll get out of him. Which is such a breath of fresh air after all the antics we’re used to seeing from star players, and really most players now. Love his workmanlike attitude.
Loved the flex also, as it reminded me of Luka as well. Just for reference, (as papa Murray has pointed out here a couple of times), the twins prepped at DME not IMG.
He's amazing. Literally no holes in his game. IF i had to complain, I wish he'd be more selfish. Nobody can guard him.
Gotta love Izzo speak especially after a loss. Yes, Keegan is special, BUT this is the same guy who was railing Iowa for showing Lick the door.....
May have made himself #1 pick in the draft last night.
He is that good.
We have another 6-8 weeks to enjoy the show.
He is that good.
We have another 6-8 weeks to enjoy the show.
It’s going to be fun watching him in the NBA next year. I think Kris is capable of stepping into his brothers shoes.
I may be wrong but I thought their old man was a lefty who shot right handed.
I think all 3 are left handed but only Kris plays as a dominant left handed player.
All of the men in the Murray household are left handed (even our adopted son Demetrius Harper)
So was his baseline left handed shot through three guys, and his right handed turn around bank shot.
Been fun while we had him!
I know I've been critical of our coaching staff and I also know that this is contrary to what everyone is saying about Keegan leaving Iowa after this year, I have this to say.
If you could treat Keegan as a known commodity, a 5 star one and done player that is looking to come to Iowa to play for one year. Hypothetically, how would that be viewed by the Iowa fans and by college basketball in particularly?
Would Iowa be viewed as a top 5 team or better going into next season and more importantly has Fran ever recruited a 5 star one and done player in his coaching career?
Being able to play one more season with his brother and experiencing the level of excitement that would surround this Iowa program would be off the charts.
The money will always be there, and maybe his, and his bothers stock would rise with Iowa becoming a player for a chance to take Iowa to the final four that hasn't happened since the mid 50's. Just putting this out there.
If you could treat Keegan as a known commodity, a 5 star one and done player that is looking to come to Iowa to play for one year. Hypothetically, how would that be viewed by the Iowa fans and by college basketball in particularly?
Would Iowa be viewed as a top 5 team or better going into next season and more importantly has Fran ever recruited a 5 star one and done player in his coaching career?
Being able to play one more season with his brother and experiencing the level of excitement that would surround this Iowa program would be off the charts.
The money will always be there, and maybe his, and his bothers stock would rise with Iowa becoming a player for a chance to take Iowa to the final four that hasn't happened since the mid 50's. Just putting this out there.
Hell yes. He learned a lot from the big fella and the fact he's giving those lessons to his teammates is nothing but good for Iowa hoops.And the nod to Luka ...
In reading Kenyon's posts about his son I get the impression that Keegan's decision is not about money but it's pursuing his dream which is to play in the NBA. If that's the case then it probably will not even matter if he's a lottery pick or not, he just wants to be among the top 240 players that's playing regular minutes in the NBA.
What Keegan wants is what's important here, not what us as fans want. Yes we would all love to see Keegan back at Iowa for another season. I think the only way that's possible is IF Keegan's dream is also to win a championship at Iowa, any kind of championship (even Big Ten). Let's be honest, I think Iowa needs more than just Keegan returning to be a serious contender for the NC. Even if that is Keegan's dream it's probably not realistic and my guess is he's smart enough to recognize that.
I'll be happy for Keegan if he declares for the draft and ends up being a 1st round pick. Iowa hasn't had a 1st round pick since Ricky Davis and hasn't had a solid contributor in the NBA since Reggie Evans. It will be nice for the Iowa program for Keegan to make it in the NBA and I'd bet Kris won't be far behind.
I hear you, just throwing it out there. On the flip side, if Keegan declares for the NBA draft, who is going to take his roster spot? Does Fran go to the portal and find a player that is as impactful as Keegan, is there a senior in high school that hasn't signed yet that is worthy of a Fran scholarship or does he give the scholarship to either Luc Laketa, or Carter Kingsbury. Neither scenario's are going to make Iowa a better team then they are now. I guess we all have to wait and see how it all plays out.
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