'10 CA PG Deonte Burton (Offer)

[BearcatAlum1]

2010 PG: Deonte Burton
6'1" 185lbs
Compton, California
Centennial HS

Offer: Yes
Other offers:
Interest: UCLA, Marquette, Arizona, Cincinnati, Washington, New Mexico, Oregon State, Boston College, Gonzaga

Visit scheduled for April 9.

Rivals: http://rivals.yahoo.com/marquette/ba...-Burton-105858

Rumors have been swirling that there is mutual interest between UC and Deonte Burton. We contacted him in December, but not much as come available since that time. I have not seen many public reports linking us to Burton.


Tucson Citizen, February 12, 2010
Deonte Burton, a Class of 2010 6-1 guard from Los Angeles Centennial, who recently scored 40 and 38 points in the Westchester Invitational, lists UCLA, Long Beach State, Washington and USC as his favorites. He is very athletic, with great leaping ability and dunking power despite being only 6-1.
http://tucsoncitizen.com/wildaboutaz...g/perry-ellis/


SlamOnline:
He can do it all. Score with the best of them. Distribute the ball in traffic. Bang underneath the basket and grab the occasional board. And when the situation calls for it, Burton is fully capable of locking down the opponent’s top player on the defensive end of the floor. Indeed, he’s about as well-rounded as they come. That said, we find it a tad bit surprising he’s not being more heavily recruited. Perhaps his size, or lack thereof, is scaring schools away. In the end, some college coach is going to be lucky to land Burton and have him onboard.


Top CA uncommitted guards, Part I (March 22, 2010)

6-foot-1 combo guard; Compton Centennial
Burton's stock skyrocketed in December, when he was named MVP of the Westchester Tip-Off Classic. He sat out last season after transferring to Centennial from Cabrillo,Deonte Burton headlines a talented group of uncommitted backcourt players.
where he had been one of the state's top sophomores. Burton is incredibly accurate from three-point range and the free throw line. Throughout this season, he has improved his ability to get his teammates involved, a skill that will boost his stock heading into the spring signing period.

http://marquette.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1066068


My take: Sounds like another Deonta Vaughn except slightly taller, far more athletic, better defender and a good all-around player. Seems like this kid could be a top 5 scorer at UC :)

[cat-attack2008]

Burton is incredibly accurate from three-point range and the free throw line.

Exactly what we need too

[MicksTheGuy]

I would love to get better shooters. I think you can teach kids how to defend better which is one of Micks big pluses. However, I am begining to think that you can't team them how to shoot it. Free Throw percentage is huge in my book. Look at Logan. Always a great free throw shooter.

[nachoman91]

Nothing in those descriptions say he is a good shooter. I'd like to see UC get this kid, but I'd also like to see UC get a Chris Lofton type player. Someone who can flat out shoot.

[Montrell]

Anyone actually have any shooting % stats on Burton?

Obviously they need shooters. That is priority #1. They wouldn't turn down a level of player like Ratliffe either but they need to find at least 2 recruits in the spring that can actually make wide open outside shots and free throws.

I have to think Mick is recommending to guys like Davis and McClain to move on and find a smaller school for their final year of college.

[BearcatAlum1]

Nothing in those descriptions say he is a good shooter. I'd like to see UC get this kid, but I'd also like to see UC get a Chris Lofton type player. Someone who can flat out shoot.

How about the bolded material that says, "Burton is incredibly accurate from three point range and from the free throw line?"

Seems like that is a nice description of a good shooter. What are you expecting? "The kid is wet just like Larry Bird....."

C'mon man.

[nachoman91]

How about the bolded material that says, "Burton is incredibly accurate from three point range and from the free throw line?"

Seems like that is a nice description of a good shooter. What are you expecting? "The kid is wet just like Larry Bird....."

C'mon man.

That's what I get for skimming. I read the first two paragraphs and instantly thought that those descriptions sound exactly like what everyone was saying about Dion Dixon in high school .... athletic guard who can get to the rim.

[GoCats1994]

Deonte Burton...when I first read the title, I assumed this was going to be a joke thread.

Why not Field Durden? Or Lazelle Williams? Or Darnell Vaughn?

Point being...this team REALLY needs a shooter.

(Apologies in advance. I guess I just found some humor in the recruit's name)

[Lobot]

Deonte Burton...when I first read the title, I assumed this was going to be a joke thread.

Why not Field Durden? Or Lazelle Williams? Or Darnell Vaughn?

Point being...this team REALLY needs a shooter.

(Apologies in advance. I guess I just found some humor in the recruit's name)

So did I. Deonte + Burton = good shooter?

[cincycpaw]

Deonte Burton...when I first read the title, I assumed this was going to be a joke thread.

Why not Field Durden? Or Lazelle Williams? Or Darnell Vaughn?

Point being...this team REALLY needs a shooter.

(Apologies in advance. I guess I just found some humor in the recruit's name)


Me too...I was hoping we'd be able to recruit Kenyon Logan this year...or Oscar Fortson. ****, I'd settle for Field Bobbit though.

[dp3113]

Nothing in those descriptions say he is a good shooter. I'd like to see UC get this kid, but I'd also like to see UC get a Chris Lofton type player. Someone who can flat out shoot.

yeah that decision to use that last scholarship in '04 on Jihad Muhammad instead of Lofton worked out reallllll well

[bearcats011]

yeah that decision to use that last scholarship in '04 on Jihad Muhammad instead of Lofton worked out reallllll well

I never heard about this... Was it really down to those two?
I heard we took chad moore over tim smith (ETSU pg that went for 30 on us in the 2004 tourney)

[cincycpaw]

I never heard about this... Was it really down to those two?
I heard we took chad moore over tim smith (ETSU pg that went for 30 on us in the 2004 tourney)

If Chad Moore didn't hurt his back, I think he would have been a very good ball player for us.

[Cats'12]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-Yu9tL9HnU

Check specifically around the 1:03 mark.

[bearcats011]

If Chad Moore didn't hurt his back, I think he would have been a very good ball player for us.

Yeah I don't disagree with that. Both were pretty highly touted out of high school, so you can't blame the coaching staff.

[bearcats011]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiR6yfziX3M&feature=fvw

[Montrell]

I never heard about this... Was it really down to those two?
I heard we took chad moore over tim smith (ETSU pg that went for 30 on us in the 2004 tourney)

Yes they did take Muhammed over Lofton. Muhammed was the #1 JUCO PG in the country by everyone though. He was okay, but Lofton obviously turned out to have a great career.

And I think Moore would have had a really solid career had it not been for his chronic back problems. He was very highly rated.

[BearcatAlum1]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-Yu9tL9HnU

Check specifically around the 1:03 mark.

I don't know what I'm looking for, but I did see the gigantic dunk at 1:06.

Impressive hops for a kid that is only 6'1"

[BearcatAlum1]

Yes they did take Muhammed over Lofton. Muhammed was the #1 JUCO PG in the country by everyone though. He was okay, but Lofton obviously turned out to have a great career.

And I think Moore would have had a really solid career had it not been for his chronic back problems. He was very highly rated.

So was Biggie.

[righthook]

I never heard about this... Was it really down to those two?
I heard we took chad moore over tim smith (ETSU pg that went for 30 on us in the 2004 tourney)

They were after Lofton until Muhammed de-committed from Baylor following the situation down there. They really needed a PG and Lofton was considered more a 2 guard.

I think Moore was a top 75 recruit coming out of Oak Hill Academy. Probably would have been a lot better if not for the back.

[bearcats011]

Yeah, it seemed he was always bothered by his back. A real bummer, as he seemed like a great guy and a hard worker.

[BearcatAlum1]

It is being reported that Deonte Burton has UC in his final 3 choices.

[Eta Rho]

What are the chances the Cats actually land this kid?

[BearcatAlum1]

It has been mentioned on other boards that he is being recruited by Kansas State, Boston College, New Mexico, Washington State, Nevada, UCLA and Cincinnati.

Deonte has visited Nevada and UCLA, and is planning to visit Cincinnati in a few weeks. He is also planning to visit Washington State and Boston College.

[BearcatAlum1]

What are the chances the Cats actually land this kid?

I don't know, but we've got a shot.

I think distance could be a major factor.

[Eta Rho]

I don't know, but we've got a shot.

I think distance could be a major factor.

That's what I was thinking...especially with UCLA and Washington St being in the mix.

The one thing that does help though is that UCLA is already bringing in two guards in the 2010 class in Tyler Lamb (6'4 SG) and Lazeric Jones (6'1 PG JUCO). I'd assume he wants to be "the guy" at the guard position for his class wherever he goes.

[BearcatAlum1]

That's what I was thinking...especially with UCLA and Washington St being in the mix.

The one thing that does help though is that UCLA is already bringing in two guards in the 2010 class in Tyler Lamb (6'4 SG) and Lazeric Jones (6'1 PG JUCO). I'd assume he wants to be "the guy" at the guard position for his class wherever he goes.

UCLA is also the new frontrunner for Matt Carlino, a 2011 IU verbal, top 150 recruit, SG.

[DMoney_70]

That's what I was thinking...especially with UCLA and Washington St being in the mix.

The one thing that does help though is that UCLA is already bringing in two guards in the 2010 class in Tyler Lamb (6'4 SG) and Lazeric Jones (6'1 PG JUCO). I'd assume he wants to be "the guy" at the guard position for his class wherever he goes.

I was caught on 1530 later than usual last night and got to hear the Calipari show. One thing he said that I loved is that if you want to be "the guy", don't come to Kentucky. To build a strong and successful team, we don't need any "the guy" type guys.

[BearcatAlum1]

I was caught on 1530 later than usual last night and got to hear the Calipari show. One thing he said that I loved is that if you want to be "the guy", don't come to Kentucky. To build a strong and successful team, we don't need any "the guy" type guys.

I do not get the impression that Deonte wants to be "the guy."

The kid is a winner, will lock up on defense and takes pride in his game.

Deonte is the type of kid we want in our program.

We are almost there in terms of getting kids that go 110% all of the time and sacrifice for the team.

[DMoney_70]

I do not get the impression that Deonte wants to be "the guy."

The kid is a winner, will lock up on defense and takes pride in his game.

Deonte is the type of kid we want in our program.

We are almost there in terms of getting kids that go 110% all of the time and sacrifice for the team.

Yeah. My response was more to the other person posting the potential that he would want to be the guy. My comment was just "generally speaking".

[Bearcat Jeff]

As I posted on another board, I saw this kid drop 40 in Trevor Ariza's tournament. He has it all. Quicks, hops, attitude, confidence, ft shooting, outside shooting, plays defense, nice handle. In my opinion this kid should be "the" primary target. Look for BC to drop off the list. He is visiting here in April and based on what I hear UC is in his top 3. I think he would start, but at worse, will be first guard off the bench. I will even be bold enough to say that wherever he plays he will average double digits his freshman season. Him and Lance would be dynamic. He is a go to guy, but nothing about him says he has to be the guy. He simply wants to win.

[dp3113]

As I posted on another board, I saw this kid drop 40 in Trevor Ariza's tournament. He has it all. Quicks, hops, attitude, confidence, ft shooting, outside shooting, plays defense, nice handle. In my opinion this kid should be "the" primary target. Look for BC to drop off the list. He is visiting here in April and based on what I hear UC is in his top 3. I think he would start, but at worse, will be first guard off the bench. I will even be bold enough to say that wherever he plays he will average double digits his freshman season. Him and Lance would be dynamic. He is a go to guy, but nothing about him says he has to be the guy. He simply wants to win.

encouraging to hear. my only question is, how can you say with such certainty, "He is a go to guy, but nothing about him says he has to be the guy. He simply wants to win," without knowing his character on a personal level?

[Bearcat Jeff]

encouraging to hear. my only question is, how can you say with such certainty, "He is a go to guy, but nothing about him says he has to be the guy. He simply wants to win," without knowing his character on a personal level?

Well, I'm just basing it off what I saw of him so you have a valid point. Honestly, the kids attitude reminds me of Kenyon Martins. If he makes you look bad you're gonna know it. He plays to the crowd, and he doesn't just want to beat you, he wants to bury you. He is very skilled scorer who can shoot and knows when to pull up and when to drive. I can't say with 100% certainty, but I don't believe he missed a ft and he went to the line probably around 10 times. Been a few months so I'm drawing strictly on memory there. I know, I know how does it translate on the high D1 level. I think very well. I was right about Parker. I believe I'll be right about Kilpatrick and Jackson. And I think this kid will average 10 or more a game as a freshman. If I'm wrong, I'm wrong, but that's just my opinion. I like him as good or better than any kid I watched this past season. I really want this guy. My only concern is his height at the 2 spot. He has plenty of strength and skill.

[BearcatAlum1]

Well, I'm just basing it off what I saw of him so you have a valid point. Honestly, the kids attitude reminds me of Kenyon Martins. If he makes you look bad you're gonna know it. He plays to the crowd, and he doesn't just want to beat you, he wants to bury you. He is very skilled scorer who can shoot and knows when to pull up and when to drive. I can't say with 100% certainty, but I don't believe he missed a ft and he went to the line probably around 10 times. Been a few months so I'm drawing strictly on memory there. I know, I know how does it translate on the high D1 level. I think very well. I was right about Parker. I believe I'll be right about Kilpatrick and Jackson. And I think this kid will average 10 or more a game as a freshman. If I'm wrong, I'm wrong, but that's just my opinion. I like him as good or better than any kid I watched this past season. I really want this guy. My only concern is his height at the 2 spot. He has plenty of strength and skill.

I saw a writeup from a game this season and he was something like 12-12 or 14-14 from the free throw line.

If you watch the highlight videos of this kid, he is a big-time competitior.

It's obvious that Mick is trying to change the culture on this team. Deonte would greatly help with this transition.

[Bearcat Jeff]

I saw a writeup from a game this season and he was something like 12-12 or 14-14 from the free throw line.

If you watch the highlight videos of this kid, he is a big-time competitior.

It's obvious that Mick is trying to change the culture on this team. Deonte would greatly help with this transition.

He transferred high schools his junior year and had to sit out unexpectedly. He credits that with making him the player he now is. He used to play out of control but having the game taken away made him mature. He said the year he sit he played hard in practice to make his team better. He grew an inch, gained strength and worked on his shot. He would prefer to stay close to home, so we may be on the outside looking in, but we're getting a visit and are on his recent list of favorites.

[cincyfan81]

From everything I have read about this kid, I really hope Mick can get him here. We need a guard who is just a flat out scorer from everywhere you loves to compete. With him and Ratliff our class would round out nicely I think.

[BearcatAlum1]

Video of Burton dropping 40 on Westchester.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxVknt9Pbbg

*Burton has a visit scheduled for April 9th at UC.


FWIW, Burton is also visiting UCLA on April 10 or 11.

[milfordcats]

Video of Burton dropping 40 on Westchester.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxVknt9Pbbg

*Burton has a visit scheduled for April 9th at UC.


FWIW, Burton is also visiting UCLA on April 10 or 11.

Hopefully the jet lag will make him tired and he won't enjoy his visit to UCLA!

[BearcatAlum1]

Hopefully the jet lag will make him tired and he won't enjoy his visit to UCLA!

I saw another blurb about a visit to BC. However, I'm confused if he would even consider BC with the dismissal of Al Skinner (who I think was a pretty good coach, btw).

UCLA blogs and forums seem to think they are "settling" for Burton because Ben Howland can't recruit and isn't considered a "player's coach." I've read more than a few articles criticizing Howland for recruiting a "two-star player like Deonte Burton." I find it pretty funny, because those that have seen Deonte play speak very highly of his game. I think he would be a contributor next season.

I'm certain that Cincinnati and UCLA are two of the primary schools remaining on his list. I've seen soooo many different schools that have shown a recent interest in him that I'm unsure who else is still in the running. We are the most eastern school by far. I know Marquette showed early interest, but I'm unsure if they have done much lately.

I get the sense that he definately wants to stay home, but we're getting a visit on April 9. This would truly be a great sell job if Mick can convince Deonte to join Cincinnati and play in the Big East.

[Ryno99]

From what I heard this kid called UC to let them know he was interested and wanted to play in the Big East and Cincy was the one he wanted to play for. Mick and Coach Goggin flew out after the Beast Tourny to see him. They liked what they saw and offered him then. So yes they got in late, but he is very interested in UC.

[Jmac84]

I'm liking everything I'm hearing about him on here. Hopefully Mick can reel him in.

[BearcatAlum1]

Burton will be visiting Cincinnati Friday, April 9.

If you see him on campus, give him a shout out.

[BearcatAlum1]

Burton's aunt said he had to cut his visit short in order to make it back to California to attend an awards banquet. Burton won the "Wooden Award."

John R. Wooden Award Committee Chooses 2010 High School Players of the Year
Southern California’s Top High School Players to be Honored at April 9 Wooden Award Gala

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (April 5, 2010) – The John R. Wooden Award® Committee today announced the seven outstanding high school basketball players who will receive the 2010 John R. Wooden High School Player of the Year Award: Bryce Jones, Woodland Hills Taft HS (City Section); Tyler Lamb, Santa Ana Mater Dei HS (Division I); Alex Varner, Rialto Eisenhower HS (Division II); Deonte Burton, Compton Centennial HS (Division III); Allen Crabbe, Los Angeles Price HS (Division IV); Wesley Saunders, Los Angeles Windward School (Division V); and Jon Conley, Los Angeles Ribet Academy (Division VI)

Each winner will receive a plaque, $300 in his name donated to his high school’s athletic fund, and will be recognized during the John R. Wooden Award Gala that also honors college basketball’s players of the year and Billy Donovan, Florida men’s basketball coach and the 2010 Legends of Coaching recipient.

Chosen by a panel of local area prep sports experts, the John R. Wooden Award High School Player of the Year Award is presented annually to the most valuable player in each of the six California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section divisions and the Los Angeles City Section. Past winners include current and former NBA and college standouts Baron Davis, Tayshaun Prince, Tyson Chandler, and Andre Miller. Bank of America continues to support The Los Angeles Athletic Club in honoring the Southland’s top players each season.

Jones (16.9 points, 7.5 rebounds), an All-City and All-State player, took his team to the LA City title game in 2010. Lamb, a 2010 Parade All-American, averaged 18.9 points, 7.0 rebounds and 3.5 assists for Mater Dei. A four-year varsity starter, Varner (17.3 ppg, 5.8 rebounds, 4.9 assists) led Eisenhower to the Division IIA title as a senior. Burton averaged 21.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 5.0 assists as a Centennial senior, and scored more than 2,000 points during his high school career. Crabbe led Price to a state title and was a Parade All-American and Gatorade State Player of the Year, pouring in 23 points and 10 rebounds per game. Saunders averaged 22.9 points and 10.7 rebounds for Windward as a junior. Conley, recognized as a CIF Player of the Year, led Ribet to the Division VI title, averaging 21.0 points, 13.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.8 blocks per game.

About the John R. Wooden Award

Created in 1976, the John R. Wooden Award is the most prestigious individual honor in college basketball. It is bestowed upon the nation’s best player at an institution of higher education who has proven to his/her university that he/she is making progress toward graduation and maintaining a cumulative 2.0 GPA. Previous winners include Michael Jordan (’84), Larry Bird (’79), Tim Duncan (’97), Candace Parker (’07 and ’08), and Blake Griffin (’09) .

The Los Angeles Athletic Club has been a part of the Los Angeles community for more than 120 years. Richard “Duke” Llewellyn, Chairman of the John R. Wooden Award has been a fixture in the community, as a three-sport letterman at USC and as an administrator, for six decades. The High School Player of the Year Award recognizes the exemplary contributions made by local athletes. The High School Award has grown from recognizing a single Player of the Year in 1994 to encompassing the six divisions of the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section and the Los Angeles City Section.

2010 John R. Wooden Award High School Players of the Year

Division Player School
CIF Los Angeles City Section Bryce Jones Taft High School
CIF Southern Section Division I Tyler Lamb Mater Dei High School
CIF Southern Section Division II Alex Varner Eisenhower High School
CIF Southern Section Division III Deonte Burton Centennial High School
CIF Southern Section Division IV Allen Crabbe Price High School
CIF Southern Section Division V Wesley Saunders Windward High School
CIF Southern Section Division VI Jon Conley Ribet Academy

http://www.woodenaward.com/?p=769

[milfordcats]

So did he cancel his visit or was it just shortened?

[BearcatAlum1]

So did he cancel his visit or was it just shortened?

Shortened.

His aunt stated that he'll be back on another visit.

[Cats4Ever]

What other Div III players from SoCal have gone to D-1 basketball programs?

[BearcatAlum1]

What other Div III players from SoCal have gone to D-1 basketball programs?

I wouldn't worry about the DIII.

He dropped 40 points on Westchester. That should say enough about his talent.

[milfordcats]

Shortened.

His aunt stated that he'll be back on another visit.

That has to be a good sign that he will be back for another visit.

[Cats4Ever]

I'm not worried - just curious if it matches our D III as far as players ability, competition level, etc.

My impression is that California high school basketball is ok, but nothing special.

[BearcatAlum1]

Deonte will not be making his return visit this weekend.

[Lobot]

Deonte will not be making his return visit this weekend.

Is there a stated reason for this?

[BearcatAlum1]

Is there a stated reason for this?

Wooden Award screwed up his visit schedule.

[cincycpaw]

Let's be a bit realistic. No award would keep a kid from visiting a place he really wants to go. Of course, he may have already made up his mind that UC is for him, but I don't think this looks very good.

[BearcatAlum1]

Let's be a bit realistic. No award would keep a kid from visiting a place he really wants to go. Of course, he may have already made up his mind that UC is for him, but I don't think this looks very good.

I don't think anyone will ever guarantee a kid will commit to a school. After all, we're dealing with kids/basketball/money. Things change on a daily basis.

I've been told that we're in his final 3. A story was released to the public that states the same.

I've also been told that Deonte will make a return visit.

We can only hope this is the case. I think he would be a great addition to our roster and truly help the attitude of this team move in the right direction.

[cincycpaw]

I don't think anyone will ever guarantee a kid will commit to a school. After all, we're dealing with kids/basketball/money. Things change on a daily basis.

I've been told that we're in his final 3. A story was released to the public that states the same.

I've also been told that Deonte will make a return visit.

We can only hope this is the case. I think he would be a great addition to our roster and truly help the attitude of this team move in the right direction.

I think I misunderstood your earlier post. You said he wouldn't be making his return visit this weekend. I thought that meant he wasn't going to make a return visit at all. My bad.

[Bearcat_NTS]

I think I misunderstood your earlier post. You said he wouldn't be making his return visit this weekend. I thought that meant he wasn't going to make a return visit at all. My bad.

for those who didn't hear he is going to UCLA and will offically commit in a few days.

[ou_bearcat]

for those who didn't hear he is going to UCLA and will offically commit in a few days.

Oh, man..

Where did you see/hear about this?

[shaunsimpson]

Does he have the UCLA offer yet?

[BearcatAlum1]

Does he have the UCLA offer yet?

I've had trouble confirming an offer from an public sources. Here is one of the most recent articles on Burton:



Nevada Pack basketball notes
By Chris Murray
April 10, 2010

The team is also still actively recruiting 6-1 guard Deonte Burton, who has narrowed his choices to Nevada, UCLA, Cincinnati and Washington State.

"Obviously, we're still recruiting and we'd like to add a point guard who can also help fill that position," Carter said.

http://www.rgj.com/article/20100410/SPORTS06/4100343/Pack-basketball-notes-Team-must-reload-again

[JasonS]

for those who didn't hear he is going to UCLA and will offically commit in a few days.

I don't deny that you may be right, but can you please post a source? Several people, including myself, have looked for any info on this and have found nothing. I am not saying you're wrong, but I can't completely take this as fact until I see a source.

[shaunsimpson]

I don't deny that you may be right, but can you please post a source? Several people, including myself, have looked for any info on this and have found nothing. I am not saying you're wrong, but I can't completely take this as fact until I see a source.

He hasn't been offered there so I don't believe you can call it fact. If he is offered would he rather stay in California than go to Cincinnati? I can see that, but I can't see him going to UCLA if they don't offer him......I have no idea if the offer is inevitable or not.

[Bearcat_NTS]

http://twitter.com/C2CRecruiting

C2CRecruiting: Something I heard recruit Deonta Burton will receive an offer & sign with UCLA sometime next week. 2 days ago from web

[BearcatAlum1]

http://twitter.com/C2CRecruiting

C2CRecruiting: Something I heard recruit Deonta Burton will receive an offer & sign with UCLA sometime next week. 2 days ago from web

I still am unsure whether or not he has received an offer.

[OhioFootball]

This is terrible news, IMO. I counted on Burton being part of this class.

I don't even want to begin to think about what this team might look like in 2011. Could be the worst team in Bearcats recent history other than year one with Mick.

[Jmac84]

This is terrible news, IMO. I counted on Burton being part of this class.

I don't even want to begin to think about what this team might look like in 2011. Could be the worst team in Bearcats recent history other than year one with Mick.

Because we didn't get Deonte Burton? Don't get me wrong, his highlights looked great and I'd love to have him in Clifton, but there are a lot of basketball players out there. I wouldn't start worrying yet.

[dp3113]

Because we didn't get Deonte Burton? Don't get me wrong, his highlights looked great and I'd love to have him in Clifton, but there are a lot of basketball players out there. I wouldn't start worrying yet.

I agree. I would love to get Burton and hope somehow we still do. But Burton is not going to be the person who makes or breaks us being the worst team in recent UC history. We will be better than that year for sure, people don't need to worry about that.

[London 'Cat]

I agree. I would love to get Burton and hope somehow we still do. But Burton is not going to be the person who makes or breaks us being the worst team in recent UC history. We will be better than that year for sure, people don't need to worry about that.

Not saying alot there. I don't want UC to merely not be the worst team in recent memory or not as bad as one of the worst teams in my lifetime. I want UC to be an excellent team, a lock for the NCAA tournament (the 64 team tournament not the ridiculous 96 team deal) and compete for the BEast championship. Can we please set our expectations a little higher than not the worst?

[BearcatAlum1]

Deonte is returning for a full weekend visit this Friday.

http://www.bearcattalk.com/showthread.php?p=10566&posted=1#post10566

[dp3113]

Not saying alot there. I don't want UC to merely not be the worst team in recent memory or not as bad as one of the worst teams in my lifetime. I want UC to be an excellent team, a lock for the NCAA tournament (the 64 team tournament not the ridiculous 96 team deal) and compete for the BEast championship. Can we please set our expectations a little higher than not the worst?

your taking what im saying 100% out of context. i merely was saying we wont be worse than micks first year, because that is what the original poster said. that has nothign to do with my expectations.

[Lobot]

UCLA just signed a Juco and HS PG- No room for Burton.

[Jmac84]

UCLA just signed a Juco and HS PG- No room for Burton.

Good news for us.

[JasonS]

Good news for us.

Deonte's Aunt already said UCLA was out of the picture so nothing really new there.

[shaunsimpson]

I think that those who thought that he was going to UCLA thought that it was because of location. I don't know if he even received an offer there but I do know that it is highly unlikely he will be there now and that we would love to have him.

[Jmac84]

I think that those who thought that he was going to UCLA thought that it was because of location. I don't know if he even received an offer there but I do know that it is highly unlikely he will be there now and that we would love to have him.

Yeah, it sounded like he wanted to stay close to home, and I personally just thought UCLA would offer him after reading about him and watching him. Like you said, we'd love to have him. He seems to have that "Bearcat tough" kind of game, not to mention he can shoot!

[swilsonsp4]

Deonte is returning for a full weekend visit this Friday.

http://www.bearcattalk.com/showthread.php?p=10566&posted=1#post10566

Any news as to how this visit went?

[Cats for Life]

Expect Burton to commit to Cincy on Sat.

Mark it down.

[colerainkid]

The Wolf Pack has one scholarship remaining to hand out in the spring signing period and it is earmarked for Deonte Burton, a 6-1 combo guard from Compton, Calif., who visited Nevada in February.
Burton said Monday he has cut his list to Nevada or Cincinnati and will announce his decision Saturday at the Collision XII All-Star game at El Camino College in Torrance, Calif.
The three-star recruit visited Cincinnati last weekend and said both programs are about equal. In Nevada's favor was the team's coaching staff and the potential for immediate playing time.
"I have a good relationship with all of the coaches and I really like Dave (Carter's) philosophy and the way he coaches," Burton said. "I also think I could get a lot of playing time, a lot of minutes and really help run the team. Hopefully, Luke (Babbitt) is coming back and I can play with a great player like him. That's always a big plus. At Nevada, I think we could do big things if I went there. I think we could win an NCAA championship, some things that are unprecedented."

Some late night reading turned up this.

[colerainkid]

Or maybe every prospect named Deonte/Deonta. =)

Deonte Burton (Vincent HS - Milwaukee, WI) Standing 6-5 with exceptionally large hands, and incredible basketball skills, Burton is right now at a phenom status. He can do it all. He can play with his back to basket or facing up. He can handle the ball out on the perimeter and make plays for others. He can break his man down off the dribble and then explode to the basket and finish above the rim with ease, and with power. His talent and ability had everyone in complete awe and watching him made it very easy to forget that he’s only just 14-years-old. He was named first team all-conference as a freshman playing varsity basketball this season and his name will certainly be amongst the top of what is already shaping up to be a monster 2013 class.

[Cats4Ever]

Fighting Nevada for a 3 star DIII guard?

[DMoney_70]

Fighting Nevada for a 3 star DIII guard?

So because someone labeled him a "3 star" means that he has an imaginary ceiling to his talent and development.

Some of you folks put too much stock in recruiting ratings. That's both lazy and shallow to look up a recruiting site listing hundreds of kids that they couldn't possibly keep current on and base your evaluations and expectations on the number of colored-in stars they subjectively decided to color.

Equally, the large amount of stars colored in for Yancy Gates haven't guaranteed many double-doubles have they?

[shaunsimpson]

Fighting Nevada for a 3 star DIII guard?

Not fighting Nevada as much as fighting location. Luke Babbit - who just declared for the draft as a Sophomore - was committed to OSU a few years ago and changed his commitment to Nevada. Going from So Cal to Cincinnati could be the issue, but I think that enough love has been shown to him that he may end up here.

[Thegreatone]

Fighting Nevada for a 3 star DIII guard?

He has offers from big time programs and multiple in the Big East.

[Cats4Ever]

So because someone labeled him a "3 star" means that he has an imaginary ceiling to his talent and development.

Some of you folks put too much stock in recruiting ratings. That's both lazy and shallow to look up a recruiting site listing hundreds of kids that they couldn't possibly keep current on and base your evaluations and expectations on the number of colored-in stars they subjectively decided to color.

Equally, the large amount of stars colored in for Yancy Gates haven't guaranteed many double-doubles have they?

Sorry you're having a bad day. Guess you are not a fan of any ratings published, and that's ok.

Just like stocks, past performance is no guarantee on future results. Coaching, injuries, team mix, etc.

Just stating the obvious. 3 star guard deciding between UC and Nevada. Hope he becomes a bearcat.

Conversely, are you just a bit excited about Jackson?

Have you seen any of them in person?

[Jmac84]

Sorry you're having a bad day. Guess you are not a fan of any ratings published, and that's ok.

Just like stocks, past performance is no guarantee on future results. Coaching, injuries, team mix, etc.

Just stating the obvious. 3 star guard deciding between UC and Nevada. Hope he becomes a bearcat.

Conversely, are you just a bit excited about Jackson?

Have you seen any of them in person?

You should check out some Burton highlights. He looks like he's going to be a very exciting player on the court.

[milfordcats]

He shoots high percentages of FTs and 3s...let's not complain

[Cats4Ever]

He shoots high percentages of FTs and 3s...let's not complain

Something very needed. Hope he becomes a bearcat.

[Thegreatone]

Something very needed. Hope he becomes a bearcat.

BCN is dead... Committed to Neveda

[shaunsimpson]

http://twitter.com/BearcatLair

[Cats4Ever]

Is there a plan C guard?

[Levittation]

Crap......

[Ding Chavez]

Well that sucks.

[Lobot]

Expect Burton to commit to Cincy on Sat.

Mark it down.

OOOOPPSSSS!!!!

[ODDMANOUT]

OOOOPPSSSS!!!!

The needle is pointing in the right direction.:)

[Best Body]

Crap......

At least we were "in on him", though. Teague too.