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Andrew Ruck

4/7/2025 2:01 PM

Wow. Javan Simmons of Toledo has transfered to OHIO. Javan will have 2 years remaining. He was the MAC Freshman of the year and All-MAC honorable mention his sophomore year.

While some may have been hoping for a bigger big than 6'7" I think this is great. To get a guy with 66 games as a starter in the MAC, not many better realistic gets than that. My impression was always that Simmons plays bigger than he is, much like Hadaway. This is a huge hurdle cleared for our roster the next 2 years. Still leaves open the option to land a true Center as well.

https://woub.org/2025/04/07/ohio-mens-basketball-lands-fi... /

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FearLeon

4/7/2025 2:09 PM

Andrew Ruck wrote:expand_more

+1

Now let's get a true center.

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FJC31

4/7/2025 2:11 PM

I still wonder what this says about Tod K and his culture at Toledo now. Losing Simmons to Oregon State or Charleston is one thing, but to lose him to a conference foe Tod K has gotten the best of his whole career is another thing.

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FearLeon

4/7/2025 2:18 PM

FJC31 wrote:expand_more

Great point.

You win four MAC regular season titles in a row with two NBA players, he should have moved on. He lost his window and now he's stuck.

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M.D.W.S.T

4/7/2025 3:43 PM

FearLeon wrote:expand_more

Andrew Ruck wrote:expand_more

+1

Now let's get a true center.

Just signed Jalen Breath also.

6'8" averaged 7/7 for UNCG.

WE'RE GONNA REBOUND NEXT SEASON FOLKS

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bobcatsquared

4/7/2025 4:33 PM

Andrew Ruck wrote:expand_more

My impression was always that Simmons plays bigger than he is, much like Hadaway.

Agree, although I would add that Simmons does his with bulk and strength more so than Hadaway. They are both relentless while on the floor, Simmons outfighting and outmuscling you around the rim while Hadaway is just outhustling you. Not to mention that they are both lefties.

Last Edited: 4/7/2025 4:34:32 PM by bobcatsquared

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greencat

4/7/2025 7:50 PM

M.D.W.S.T wrote:expand_more

FearLeon wrote:expand_more

Andrew Ruck wrote:expand_more

+1

Now let's get a true center.

Just signed Jalen Breath also.

6'8" averaged 7/7 for UNCG.

WE'RE GONNA REBOUND NEXT SEASON FOLKS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqkVp2xilno

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OUbobcat9092

4/8/2025 6:41 AM

So we have 6 players over 6' 7" on next year's roster' as of now.

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MiamiBlowsChunks

4/8/2025 12:16 PM

Certainly a surprise and a needed pickup. Just assume he's a 1-year rental who'll test the free agent waters again in order to go up/get a bigger payday.

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Bobcat Tattoo

4/12/2025 3:35 PM

A bit more about Javan’s decision to come to Ohio: https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2025/04/11/why-java...

Interesting that the author seems to expect Simmons to play the 4 here. May just be speculation but would lend credence to a projected Simmons-Breath starting frontcourt combo.

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Bobcat1998

4/12/2025 5:09 PM

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Boals has shown he will give guys freedom. I suspect Javan will shoot a ton of shots this offseason and be ready for the 4. Love that he mentioned Pavs. This team could be special even with AJB leaving. Elliott ready for next step..some frosh looking the part and another scholly to add a DUDE! COME ON CATS!!

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Andrew Ruck

4/14/2025 10:01 PM

Interesting read. As stated before, I've been frustrated with bigs too focused on outside shooting so I can't say I love reading this, but I'm open to see how it plays out.

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Pathopoeia

4/14/2025 11:35 PM

I'm positive for now :) let's see how it goes