Scotty Hopson

[zestyzoo23]

Is it just me or is Scotty Hopson a roller coaster ride. He seems to be up and down in different weeks. This kid was the number 3 recruit coming out of high school, and has not played like the 200th best recruit in the nation. He needs to be more aggressive and attack the basket more.

[Jocyvol]

Originally Posted by zestyzoo23

Is it just me or is Scotty Hopson a roller coaster ride. He seems to be up and down in different weeks. This kid was the number 3 recruit coming out of high school, and has not played like the 200th best recruit in the nation. He needs to be more aggressive and attack the basket more.

The look on his face says it all for me. I don't really think the kid gives a crap.

[BasketVolKid]

is hopson that guy who hit that lucky shot at the end of the game to beat florida?

[TnVolFan14]

Originally Posted by Jocyvol

The look on his face says it all for me. I don't really think the kid gives a crap.

You could say that for the whole team.

[hdrizzle21]

He is so tentative. Reminds me a lot of Stanley Robinson from Uconn. Shows flashes but disappears. I think Bruce needs to run the offense through him and Chism and make it a priority. That will give him more confidence and I think he will excel

[AGVOL]

I hope Tobias Harris actually lives up to the hype. Not saying Hopson won't be a great player 2 years down the road, but the way people talked about him, he was supposed to be great as soon as he stepped on campus. I just hate to see a kid with so much talent play like this. I think he cares about what he's doing, but mentally, he's just screwed up and has been for 2 years now.

[vol4eva]

Originally Posted by AGVOL

I hope Tobias Harris actually lives up to the hype. Not saying Hopson won't be a great player 2 years down the road, but the way people talked about him, he was supposed to be great as soon as he stepped on campus. I just hate to see a kid with so much talent play like this. I think he cares about what he's doing, but mentally, he's just screwed up and has been for 2 years now.

Scotty was hyped up because of his potential. Tobias already has the skill level. They both have totally different personalities as well. Scotty just doesn't give a crap while it is clear Tobias works hard and wants to be a great player. Tobias is easily the best recruit Pearl has signed.

[zestyzoo23]

Originally Posted by BasketVolKid

is hopson that guy who hit that lucky shot at the end of the game to beat florida?

My point exactly, one flash of greatness. He was the talk of the town when he committed to UT and now is becoming a real disappointment. I think his morale and confidence is down and is not getting enough touches. He is a versatile player who can jump out of the building. He needs to be more aggressive and act like he actually wants to be apart of something.

[AGVOL]

Originally Posted by vol4eva

Scotty was hyped up because of his potential. Tobias already has the skill level. They both have totally different personalities as well. Scotty just doesn't give a crap while it is clear Tobias works hard and wants to be a great player. Tobias is easily the best recruit Pearl has signed.

That's the most dreaded word in sports if you ask me. I heard Tobias was a poor man's Carmelo Anthony. I can live with that.

[zjcvols]

Originally Posted by AGVOL

That's the most dreaded word in sports if you ask me. I heard Tobias was a poor man's Carmelo Anthony. I can live with that.

I'll go crazy if we can get that production. Melo put up a 20/10 at 'Cuse his frosh. year. If we can get a 15/7 from Harris, I'll be ecstatic.

[Fijivol72]

unfortunately Scottie plays with none. The invisible man was a decent movie but doesn't work on the basketball court. Very disappointing.

[Rock33]

I spent time with Scotty and his "handlers" before he went to UT (Paulding Cnty, GA). Believe it ! He was soft then playing against a 6'4" "obese" guy. They said he would "mature" at TN ? Scotty either needs to man up and take over, or become "Dale Ellis". It's really up to him, he's got the game for sure ! I think he is laying back (personally). I think he is playing weak to not get hurt and not be a big issue. He thnks he can go Pro on his potential (prolly right). He even said to me one day, I dont need College... I'm already in the NBA.... PC B&G Club '08... We did a charity event.........

[Specs]

I dont think he can dribble, seriously. He loses the handle on the ball all the time.

[Jonboy]

Originally Posted by Rock33

I spent time with Scotty and his "handlers" before he went to UT (Paulding Cnty, GA). Believe it ! He was soft then playing against a 6'4" "obese" guy. They said he would "mature" at TN ? Scotty either needs to man up and take over, or become "Dale Ellis". It's really up to him, he's got the game for sure ! I think he is laying back (personally). I think he is playing weak to not get hurt and not be a big issue. He thnks he can go Pro on his potential (prolly right). He even said to me one day, I dont need College... I'm already in the NBA.... PC B&G Club '08... We did a charity event.........

Bwahahahahahaha!

Not saying I don't believe you but that is freaking hilarious. I'd love to see him try and guard guys like Kobe, D-Wade, Paul Pierce, etc... Better yet, try and score on them.

[vol4eva]

Originally Posted by Rock33

I spent time with Scotty and his "handlers" before he went to UT (Paulding Cnty, GA). Believe it ! He was soft then playing against a 6'4" "obese" guy. They said he would "mature" at TN ? Scotty either needs to man up and take over, or become "Dale Ellis". It's really up to him, he's got the game for sure ! I think he is laying back (personally). I think he is playing weak to not get hurt and not be a big issue. He thnks he can go Pro on his potential (prolly right). He even said to me one day, I dont need College... I'm already in the NBA.... PC B&G Club '08... We did a charity event.........

Scotty will never play in the NBA unless he gets rid of his sorry ass attitude. He has one of the softest games I've seen for guys with his talent. He'd be nuts to go pro after this year.