Ting Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 Has anyone heard anything about the scouts comments and impressions of Larry after yesterdays game? More importantly, does anyone know Larry's desire for future plans? Ive never had the opportunity to talk with him, but does anyone know where God is leading him in terms of future profession? If that Jazz scout doesnt work out for Larry, I hope he plays for the hornets next year. Id go to a game just to see him play. However, that's selfish of me wanting him to stay local. Hopefully he gets invited to a pre-draft camp and some NBA team takes liking to our LO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsSmith Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 I hope LO gets a chance to continue playing - most likely it will be overseas. I enjoyed watching him so much - he will really be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ting Posted March 18, 2006 Author Share Posted March 18, 2006 Yeah, is that what Larry is interested in doing? Playing overseas? I was hoping a first round win would produce wide interest in LO or even Riouse has a pure shooter. Hopefully LO can get invited to some pre-draft camp and prove himself there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ting Posted March 18, 2006 Author Share Posted March 18, 2006 Excerpted from: March 10, 2006 http://www.azcentral.com/sports/cheapse ... 0rant.html ? Oral Roberts, who earned a trip to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 22 years, has a local player on the roster. Larry Owens of Mesa is averaging 13 points and eight rebounds for the Golden Eagles, and head coach Scott Sutton told Xtra Sports 910 that Owens could eventually play in the NBA. Sutton recruited Owens on a tip from Sun Devils assistant coach Brooks Thompson. ************************************** Hey, Brooks... Anymore LO's over there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orumom Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 I'm not sure about NCAA restrictions, but now that the season is over Larry can seriously look at his options. I know scouts are definitly looking at him for the NBA and the CBS statement during the tournament, that he has some of the best stats in the nation won't hurt a bit. Larry does want to go pro and has one of the best work ethics I have seen on the college level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashVID Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 Riouse has no chance, he MAY be able to play in one of the poorer leagues in Europe. Believe it or not, shooters are a dime a dozen. Larry will need a few years in Europe or the NBDL. He has the potential to be a good bench player but he need to be more consistent and develop his shot. Because of his athleticism, he could make a decent living in Europe. ash =o) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orumom Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 There were scouts at the UMAC & Dallas for Larry, I would be very surprised if he isn't invited to at least 1 camp. His advantage is he isn't just a shooter, he can do it all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashVID Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 Many NBA scouts also feed info to Europe. He will prolly get to a camp or two but the space is so limited, it is really a long shot. ash =o) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyndell Posted March 18, 2006 Share Posted March 18, 2006 In my opinion, he would be a good candidate for the NBA developemental league. I'd love to see him play for the Sixers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashVID Posted March 19, 2006 Share Posted March 19, 2006 It depends on his situation, the NBDL is chump change compared to Europe. He could prolly make $100K+ a year in Europe. ash =o) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ting Posted March 19, 2006 Author Share Posted March 19, 2006 Does anyone know Larry's family situation? At senior night I dont remember his parents being there since Tim Gill was walking with him. Is he married or does he have kids? There was some website basslinespin.com that had "65 players to watch at the 06 NCAA." Larry was on it in some good company for SF. Of course Caleb was on the PF list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ORUTerry Posted March 19, 2006 Share Posted March 19, 2006 I spoke with Larry at the Mid-Con send-off dinner; he is a gracious and articulate young man. He (like me) grew up in an Air Force family that involved a lot of moving. When he was in high school, his family moved to Japan and he stayed behind in Arizona to pursue basketball. I assume that his family lives far away and was not able to attend. I think it was cool that he asked Tim Gill to join him on the court during Senior Night activities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orumom Posted March 19, 2006 Share Posted March 19, 2006 Larry's mother lives in Arizona & came for the MidCon. She couldn't make 2 trips to Tulsa, so close together. In addition to Tim there was another young man with Larry on Sr Night, his roommate from before he enrolled at ORU. He met Tim through his roommate and the 3 have remained close friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasyTELGuy Posted March 20, 2006 Share Posted March 20, 2006 Larry was my favorite player giving deference to Caleb, Ken, JB & others. But I'm from Phoenix and I love LO's athleticism. He told me at the send-off dinner that he was looking to go to a few camps this summer and that he was interested in playing professionally! I am REALLY going to miss him as a player! This is the irritating part of college ball - you get to like players and they play well together and then, all of a sudden, they're gone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYC Golden Eagle Posted March 20, 2006 Share Posted March 20, 2006 I had breakfast with LO just after the mid-con loss to Oakland last year. I remember him saying that his goal was to get into the NBA developmental league and then the NBA. It has been a real pleasure watching him develop as player this year making his goals more and more of a possibility. I really wish him all the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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