Missouri Tigers guard Xavier Pinson was everywhere as he scored 32 points in Mizzou's SEC basketball win over the Mississippi Rebels. He also recorded five assists and two turnovers. These sudden turnarounds could be a coincidence. In hindsight, Pinsons shot composition turned out to be close to average, but he didnt visit the free-throw line, notch an assist in his final 20 minutes on the floor and was stymied when trying to ramp up the pace. Career. Theyve already offered Amari Davis, an all-Horizon league guard from Wisconsin-Green Bay. He declared for the 2020 NBA draft before withdrawing his name and returning to college. If their big man has some agility, they might have him hard hedge and sprint back to Tilmon once the guard recovers. Pinson was part of another resurgence there, as the Knicks improved from 21-45 in 2019-20 to 41-31 in 2020-21. Given that he racked up 23 points in Mizzous first meeting with Arkansas, seeing the Razorbacks might be the right balm. Ultimately, Pinsons proficiency from point-blank range, wheres at 50 percent for all possessions, is the likeliest culprit. Hes getting 5.2 shots at the rim each night and posted a 46.9 free-throw rate. But as the season wore on, there seemed to be a fracture of sorts. The prudent course involved backing the ball out, resetting, and running a set. In Oxford, we witnessed how Pinsons talents can be as be as inconsistent as they are dynamic. [4][5] During the Tar Heels' 2017 championship run, Pinson's playmaking helped the team defeat Kentucky in the South Regional Final, as his full-court drive and pass set up a game-winning shot by forward Luke Maye. The return of point guard Xavier Pinson, which allowed Wade to go back to a starting lineup that was 14-0 before Pinson suffered a sprained knee Jan. 8, was the catalyst LSU needed.. BREAKING: Campbell Transfer Jesus Carralero commits to Mizzou. But every player, coach and referee has heard him on the bench. [16][17], In December 2019, Pinson began to see more minutes for the Nets due to an Achilles injury to David Nwaba. With the game teetering during the early minutes of the second half, the Tigers shaky defense wasnt helped by its offense stalling out. State (1/5) and 6 at Wichita State (12/6) As a sophomore (2019-20) averaged 11.1 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game, starting 11 of 31 contests One of three players to record three 24+ point scoring games in the same season. Mavericks' lead irritant, culture-setter continues to make impact from bench during NBA Playoffs, Why Charles Barkley is rooting for Mavericks in Western Conference Finals, Mavs coach Jason Kidd said earlier this season, Mitchell Robinson noted on his TikTok account, Spencer Dinwiddie told ESPN's Tim MacMahon, Nerlens Noel told Ian Begley on "The Putback" podcast. And Jerry West is at the corner of the backboard, bottom corner.". Happy I can say I spent 3 years at this AWESOME university and I can wait to see what the future holds #XPOUT.". Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA (select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Pinson did it against Arkansas, Auburn and Ole Miss Scored in double figures 14 times in 2019-20 As a freshman in 2018-19, played in 31 games, starting 12 while averaging 6.6 points, 2.6 . FT Made 12, three times Net worth. 1. [31], On July 1, 2022, Pinson re-signed with the Mavericks on a one-year deal. His 2.4 possessions per game pushing in transition places him 12th among 224 high-major players, per Synergy. What'd he do to you?' Pinson transferred to LSU last season after three years at Missouri. Kidd is far from the only person to echo those types of sentiments about Pinson. Mizzous Isaiah McGuire selected by Cleveland Browns in fourth round of the NFL Draft, The former Missouri Tiger is now a Cleveland Brown, Mizzou Basketball Offseason 2021: Transfers out, transfers in, and Recruiting, Roster Math: Aidan Shaws a high-end component for Mizzous stylistic shift, Mizzou Hoops Player Review: Isiaih Mosley. 2023 www.columbiatribune.com. Not all of those empty possessions are turnovers, either. "He did a hook shot, and it hit Jerry West on the backboard, and we was like, 'Rudy, what was that?' He made another smart ball reversal to Mark Smith on the right wing, allowing the guard to get downhill a closeout and draw a foul. [23], Pinson joined the Milwaukee Bucks for the 2021 NBA Summer League. As of right now, it seems that Pinson is still having some problems in that department (he's averaging 3.0 turnovers per game), but overall, there is a lot to like about the way Pinson has . The news was reported by On3's Joe Tipton. Junior guard Xavier Pinson has officially entered the transfer portal, news that was confirmed by a Mizzou spokesman Tuesday afternoon.. Pinson started all 26 games for the Tigers this season and averaged 13.5 points a game to go with 2.9 assists and 2.7 rebounds.He shot 42.6% from the floor, 33.6% from three-point range and 83.7% . However, to make his approach work, Pinson requires a steady supply of possessions, explaining why his usage (31.7 percent) is 26th nationally and second in the SEC. [20], Three days later after leaving the Brooklyn Nets, on June 26, 2020, Pinson was claimed off waivers by the New York Knicks. As I noted earlier this week, Pinsons preference ratings are obvious: play in the open floor, drive and kick to shooters, and then try to strike a balance between pulling-up off the bounce or applying pressure on a defensess interior. Suffice to say there could be bigger things on the horizon, as several recruiting writers have hinted as some much bigger names and programs experiencing the bleed. Men's Basketball Back to Action Friday Against Texas State, 7 p.m. Days, Pinson Named To Coaches' Preseason All-SEC Teams, Xavier Pinson Officially Signs Papers To Join LSU Basketball, Nike Black LSU Tigers 2023 NCAA Womens Basketball National Champions Locker Room T-Shirt. His free throw attempts went from over 5 per game to just over 2 per game, he just wasnt creating like he was previously. Pinson would go on to be a two-time All-Star; win a Gold Glove in center; and tally 2,787 hits, 256 home runs, 485 doubles, and 305 stolen bases across parts of 18 big-league seasons. Earlier this week, Pinsons 24 minutes and 48.0 offensive rating his second-worst mark of the season were a stark testament to what happens when his method doesnt pan out. At Missouri: Started all 26 games for Missouri during the 2020-21 season, averaging 13.6 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game 18 games in double figures Scored a career high 36 points in a game against TCU (1/23), hitting 10-of-14 field goal attempts, including 8-of-13 from the arc He was also 8-of-9 at the free throw line Had 23 against Arkansas (2/13), 27 at Tennessee (1/23), 23 at Arkansas (1/2) and 22 vs. Oregon (12/2) Also hit 10 field goals at Tennessee (1/23) 10 games of four assists or more, including 8 at Miss. He stood 5'1" as a freshman and made the varsity team in his following year. Big Need: Surveying Mizzous options for interior players left in the portal. Wade and the staff have also already signed a high school shooting guard in Brandon Murray, who will be a freshman at LSU in the fall. They've been fined multiple times for their rowdy bench's effect on games. Buffen sprints back to the nail while Devontae Shuler gets wide and into the channel to pick up Dru Smith. With LSU guard Javonte Smart declaring for the NBA Draft, and the likelihood that former 5-star and projected lottery pick Cameron Thomas follows suit, the Tigers will be searching for two new starters at the guard spots for the 2021-22 season. Davis isnt a great three point shooter but a big time penetrator: Blessed to receive an offer from Mizzo University Thanks to Coach Martin and his staff for recruiting me! Pinson also comes from a winning situation in Missouri that at one point was a top 10 team in the country during the 2020-21 season. All Rights Reserved. That led Stephen Curry to throw an errant pass in his direction for a turnover. He has a maximum of two years of eligibility remaining. Xavier Pinson (born June 23, 2000) is an American college basketball player who plays for the New Mexico State Aggies. He doesn't play a lot, but he's into the game, and we didn't have that. Pinson did it against Arkansas, Auburn and Ole Miss Scored in double figures 14 times in 2019-20 As a freshman in 2018-19, played in 31 games, starting 12 while averaging 6.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists . 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Clearly, losing a mostly productive guard prior to his eligibility expiring is less than ideal, especially when it looks like he may be changing schools and not turning pro. Though the team faltered at the end of the season, Pinson was . NCAA Infractions Decision, Eason Claims Double-Double in No. Big Need: Surveying Mizzous options for interior players left in the portal. Smiths absence is particularly acute in ball-screen defense, where his 6-foot-7, 230-pound frame is agile enough to stay in front of ball-handlers. Heres the rundown on Pinsons path to Baton Rouge. We focus on those where hes additive, such as outbursts against Oregon, Tennessee, TCU, often because theyre equally rare. That leaves two open scholarship spots for the Tigers to fill. (Missouri and LSU) 21+ (18+ NH/WY). He's become one of the most impactful end-of-rotation players in the league by serving as a constant reminder that basketball is supposed to be fun. Became just the third Missouri freshman in program history to shoot at least 40 percent from the field, 40 percent from 3-point age and 75 percent from the free throw line in the same season In three seasons has scored 903 points (10.3 average) for 88 games/49 starts 98 three-pointers made, 2.7 rebounds per game. "His spirit, what he's done. 6 Tennessee in Knoxville, with Pinson scoring 27 points in 30 minutes and logging four rebounds, two assists and three steals. When Pinson was in the game, he ended up with a career high 30.7% usage rate (the highest at Mizzou since Leo Lyons 30.8% usage in 2009) with more minutes played and started every game. Theo Pinson| Dallas Mavericks Position: G Born: 11/05/95 Height: 6-5 / 1.96 Weight: 220 lbs. [28], On December 20, 2021, Pinson signed a 10-day contract with the Dallas Mavericks. Pinson is a senior but will use his one remaining year of eligibility due to COVID-19 elsewhere. In his season at LSU, Pinson played in 27 games as the team's starting point guard, posting averages of 28.1 minutes, 9.8 points, 2.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.9 steals per game with a 1.5 . Undefeated Tigers Get Wednesday Test From Lipscomb, 7 p.m. Pinson Eclipses 1,000 Career Points in 89-49 Win Over Demons, Tigers' Stout Defensive Effort Leads to 83-53 Win Over Belmont, LSU Basketball Has Tough Test With Belmont, Monday 7 PM, LSU Cruises to 85-46 Victory Over McNeese, LSU Uses Late Run to Defeat Liberty, 74-58. [26] On October 23, he signed with the Maine Celtics as an affiliate player. After the shot missed the rim, Martin quickly signaled for Buggs to replace Pinson on the floor. Tilmons screen angle makes it easy for Rodriguez to get over the top, while White steps up. He didnt attack the rim at all, Martin told reporters afterward. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: mlb | pageType: stories | A few moments later, Pinson sat at the end of the bench with his warm-up T-shirt and mask on. 2022-23 New Mexico State. But with Smith available and on the floor, it improves by 25 points per 100 possessions. If ever a simple snapshot captured the underside of the society in which so many players toiled, this is it. Gambling Problem? Putting the ball on the deck might yield a layup or foul. Perhaps more importantly, it spares Connor Vanover the job of trying to navigate his slender 7-foot-3 frame in space. . The news was reported by On3s Joe Tipton. His trash-talking has had a visible effect on some players, including Rudy Gobert, who complained about Pinson's behavior after a loss to the Mavs. 9. 26, at Kentucky, 2/23/22 Perhaps Pinson was a bit docile, but coach Kermit Davis approach to ball-screen defense also proved savvy. "We was like, 'Bro, you hit Jerry West. Contact Eric Blum at eblum@columbiatribune.com. 18 Vols, LSU Defeats Lipscomb, 95-60, Improves to 12-0. He didn't play much during the regular season, and he didn't even make the Mavericks' postseason roster. On Tuesday evening, Missouris second leading scorer, Xavier Pinson, entered the transfer portal, and the collective freak-out started. Pinson gained infamy during the Mavericks' Game 2 loss against the Warriors on Friday after wearing a white shirt that matched the Warriors' uniforms, standing up and raising his hand. 282), White, KJ Buffen, and Luis Rodriguez erase perimeter breakdowns at the rim. Mavericks' lead irritant, culture-setter continues to make impact from bench during NBA Playoffs | Sporting News BRK PHI 4:30p -10 pts GSW SAC 7:00p -1.5 pts ATL BOS Tue,. But his teammates and coaches rave about him. Hell hope for a fresh start with an NMSU team that is coming off a 27-7 season that saw it reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament. He was named a McDonald's All-American in his senior year. Served as LSUs starting point guard after transferring from Missouri Played in 27 games in a season that was interrupted in the middle of the year by an MCL sprain to his right knee Averaged 28.1 minutes a game scoring 9.8 points, 2.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.9 steals and a 1.5 assist/turnover ratio Helped LSU off to a 14-1 start before injuring his leg late in the Tennessee game (1/8) 16 double figure games in his year at LSU Posted 26 points and eight assists, including 12-of-13 at the line at Kentucky (2/23) Had 17 against Lipscomb with five assists, five steals (12/22) Had seven or more assists in five of the last nine games Finished with 133 assists 14 games of five assists or more 53 steals, topped by the seven against Wake Forest in the championship game of the Emerald Classic (11/27) Also had five steals vs. Lipscomb (12/22) and against Alabama (3/5) Made 24 three-pointers and 73-of-91 from the line (80.2%) With three years at Missouri added in, finished with 1,178 points in 116 games (10.2 average) 366 total assists and 124 steals with 122 made treys Finished fourth in SEC in assists average, eighth in FT percentage, seventh in steals average and ninth in assist-to-turnover ratio. He sported the white T-shirt for the entire game. Its Transfer Portal SZN around here, and while we expect Missouri to be a little less involved than last year, lets try and keep track of everything. the Tigers' season ended in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Mizzous combo guard struggled to engage in an upset on Wednesday, an outing that highlights how a dynamic creator can also produce inconsistency. What was behind Xavier Pinsons quiet night at Ole Miss? [1] He transferred to Simeon Career Academy in Chicago, Illinois for his senior season, joining Talen Horton-Tucker. On August 6, 2018, Pinson signed a training camp contract with the Nets,[7] which was confirmed to be a two-way contract for the 201819 season. 4. [1] In the summer of 2011, Pinson was named to the USA Basketball U16 team, where he won the gold medal with future Tar Heel teammate Justin Jackson. "But we'll see what happens. Theres still a few weeks of guys announcing theyre landing in the portal left ahead of us. While this unfolded on the floors strong side, Rodriguez stood in the restricted circle leaving Kobe Brown in the corner as early help with Tilmon rolling. Freshman point guard Xavier Pinson has seen his playing time and production increase during the past 10 games. Pinson's last action as a Tiger was a missed 3-pointer, where he tried to draw a foul on an Oklahoma defender with only a few seconds left on the shot clock. In the final 10 games, as what felt like a special season slipped away, Mizzou slumped, winning only three games. The five incoming freshmen fill out a good amount of space Sean Durugordon has already been on campus and practicing since January but with the amount of production leaving there are still some big spots to fill. Pinson's play also helped open other looks for his teammates. We needed someone to talk, and he's been doing it for 60 minutes. pic.twitter.com/VAySpKj1ge. Pinson later shared what he told Gobert during an appearance on the "Locked On Mavs" podcast. On the first possession after the break, Pinson encountered another wrinkle. PERSONAL Forward Theo Pinson recorded his first career NBA triple-double on Sunday as the Dallas Mavericks fell to the San Antonio Spurs 138-117. Born June 23, 2000 in Chicago Son of Jackie and Lamont Pinson Career plan is to be a broadcaster either on television or radio Major is interdisciplinary studies. The Dallas Mavericks signed Theo Pinson to a ten-day contract in Dec. 2021 as they were dealing with a COVID outbreak. Missouri's second-leading scorer will not return next season. [4] A three-star recruit, Pinson committed to Missouri over offers from Georgetown and Wisconsin. 36, vs. TCU, 1/30/21 Instead, Martin zeroed in on a lack of edge. Theo's net worth is estimated at $1.5 million as of 2023. MORE:Which players made All-Defensive Teams this season? He also shot above 80-percent from the free-throw line during both the past two seasons as a starter. The line at the bottom is kind of fun but you should definitely feel concerned about the GAP of names in the PG and CG categories, and zero names with any college experience. During his freshman season, Pinson played in 31 of32 games, making 12 starts and averaging 6.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists per contest. But a caveats required: Justin Smith is back in the fold. With Arkansas looming today, a game that could figure prominently in MUs seeding for the SEC tournament, the Tigers will hope Pinson bounces back. Using Synergys tracking data, we can compile a broad snapshot. / Looking back over Pinsons 19 possessions, he didnt muster his first shot at the rim until the 14:44 mark of the first half, a layup after splitting two White and Rodriguez at the top of the arc. On Wednesday, the Rebels iced Pinson, which entailed a big man stringing him out toward the sideline. Who is Theo Pinson? He averaged averaged 9.8 points, 2.4 rebounds and 4.8 assists in 2021-22, where he started 27 of 28 contests. Pinson, who has four years of experience in the SEC and two years as a full-time starter under his belt is a major addition for new Aggies coach Greg Heiar, who replaces Chris Jans, now at Mississippi State. In that stretch, he scored at least 20 points four times, highlighted by a 32-point outburst against Mississippi. Put this guy into ball screens and watch him explode to the basket. (9-15, 13th place in conference ( WAC) Last Game: L 67-78 at Grand Canyon. Reductive as it might sound, Pinsons creates value by paving a path to the charity stripe, and knocking down a couple of catch-and-shoot 3-pointers will add a little juice. Latest on New Mexico State Aggies guard Xavier Pinson including biography, career, awards and more on ESPN Its often an ominous sign, the first salvo from the combo guard about his intentions to assault the rim regularly. Stephen Noh is an NBA writer for The Sporting News. But he's a big part of the team because of the energy he brings. Other than that, we dont have much in the way of concrete information as to who Missouri might be pursuing. [6] On February 18, 2020, he scored a sophomore season-high 32 points in a 7168 win over Ole Miss. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. [32] In the last game of the 202223 season, he recorded his first triple-double in a 117138 loss to the San Antonio Spurs.[33]. The junior guard showed out at times this season, and when he did it was a lot of fun to watch. LSU threw every card it had in Van Lith's recruitment. (@Prime_VC) June 13, 2019. Watch NBA games online all season long with fuboTV: Start with a 7 . The Tigers' superstar seems thrilled about the big-time pickup. follow. At times, Ole Miss switched up its ball-screen defense, practically trapping him high pick-and-rolls. A 6ft 5in (1.96m) swingman, Pinson was the starting shooting guard for the Tar Heels' 2017 NCAA championship team. A 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) swingman, Pinson was the starting shooting guard for the Tar Heels' 2017 NCAA championship team . Missouri's Xavier Pinson watches a 3-point shot go in the basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against TCU, Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021, in . Meanwhile, Pinsons efficiency (1.0 PPP) ranks 11th out of 15 high-usage peers, while and 42.0 field-goal percentage is below average for the group as a whole. Lets not pretend like we didnt see this coming. Namely North Carolina and Michigan State. If Pinson skips a pass to Brown, Rodriguez can use its flight time to recover, and even then, he can check up short and dare the sophomore to knock down a jumper. [11] As a junior, Pinson averaged 13.6 points and 2.9 assists per game. / [27] Pinson averaged 16.4 points, 4.4 assists, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game. [6] As a senior, he averaged 10.3 points, 6.5 rebounds and 5.1 assists in 29.7 minutes per game. BREAKING: Campbell Transfer Jesus Carralero commits to Mizzou. Among 113 high-major players in Synergys database, hes tied for 11th in pick-and-roll possessions (1.9 per game) that end at the rim. There's Vada Pinson and the fountain from which he was allowed to drink. Yet after three minutes, the box score showed him 0 for 1 from the floor with a lone assist and an unforced turnover. His assist numbers did increase, however, from 2.9 per game to 4.8. You shouldn't have to ask yourself that question.". Odds and lines subject to change. It was over then. For one, he can insert a steadier hand in Drew Buggs. It . Instead, Pinson hoists up a step-back 3-ball of his own. 42 PG, No. A late bloomer from Chicago, Pinson is still filling out physically and likely has another level that he could take his game to if he picks the right situation.. [19] On June 23, Pinson was waived by the Nets. 247Sports National Basketball Recruiting Analyst Eric Bossi's Take: " Xavier Pinson may not be the most efficient guard in America, but he is a dynamic athlete with an electric first step. When you look at the compounds mixed in MUs petri dish, Pinsons a catalyzing agent capable of propelling reactions. The head coach bears as much responsibility as anyone for it not working out. FT Attempts 15, at Arkansas, 1/2/21, Collegiate Scoring Highs Should he have attacked alone the baseline? At what position? Kim Mulkey continues to land big fish in the transfer portal. 23, at Arkansas, 1/2/21 He previously played for the Missouri Tigers and LSU Tigers of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). He wasnt aggressive at the rim making plays. Xavier Pinson (born June 23, 2000) is an American college basketball player who plays for the New Mexico State Aggies. 6-keys: media/spln/mlb/reg/free/stories, at In those 51 games, he posted averages of 3.9 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 11.3 minutes per game . Former LSU point guard Xavier Pinson will be heading out west for his fifth and final season of eligibility. Rebounds 9, twice On Wednesday afternoon, Pinson, who entered the transfer portal following the dismissal of coach Will Wade, committed to New Mexico State. He's our MVP. After all, Mizzous head coach changed the offense to cater to the skills of Pinson; they went from a more pace and space offense to one which heavily featured ball screens and put the guards in position to attack downhill. On its second trip, a smart ball reversal made its way to Kobe Brown for an open 3-pointer. Pinson's exit brings Missouri's total of players lost from this year's roster to six. And even if coach Kermit Davis group grades out poorly in pick-and-roll defense (No. The combo guards return isnt a minor bit of roster news. And more often than not, Pinsons a chief beneficiary of those whistles. They needed healthy bodies, but nobody expected Pinson to stick. Who is Theo Pinson? He's more of a playmaker than scorer for LSU his points are down, his assists are up but his mere. And very soon were going to be seeing Missouri involved in more names. Follow Tyler to continue the conversation on Twitter: @TylerNettuno. Needing a combo guard to add beef to the roster, Wade did just that in landing the commitment from Missouri transfer, Xavier Pinson. In Pinson's first year in the league, the Nets went from a 28-win bottom-dweller in the Eastern Conference to one of the feel-good stories in the league with 42 wins. The latest around the transfer portal might show some good signs for Missouri. In his lone season with the Tigers, Pinson started 27 of the 28 games he appeared in while averaging 9.8 points and 4.8 assists. A minute later, Pinson trotted toward the bench, and ESPNs cameras later fixed on him staring vacantly ahead while sitting on his designated folding chair. That type of play isn't unusual for those who have watched the Mavs this season. Jans Bulldogs were one of the other finalists to land Pinson, in addition to Georgia Tech. One of the perks to the pick-and-roll premised system is the constant pressure going toward the rim will produce more free-throws. North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball 201617 NCAA champions, "Three UNC basketball signees named McDonald's All-Americans", "2011 USA Basketball men's U16 national team finalizes roster: Theo Pinson makes the cut", "Theo Pinson perseveres to celebrate NCAA title with Tar Heels", "Infectious both on and off the court, Theo Pinson charges North Carolina", "The Tar Heels' X-factor? The Rebels rank 22nd nationally in transition defense, according to Synergy data. Can you imagine rising to the top of your profession despite a kind of sanctioned scorn working against you? Throughout the games early stages, Dru Smith dialed in his shooting stroke. It comes to Pinson for a corner 3, a shot the offense aspires to produce. Most importantly, the Razorbacks only give up 0.86 points per possession at the defensive end. And when they unfold usually every fourth outing theyre all-consuming. High School: Consensus three-star recruit Helped Simeon Academy to a Top 5 ranking in the USA Today Super 25 national rankings and Illinois Class 4A Sectional Championship Averaged 11.9 points and 3.8 assists while shooting 58.5 percent from the field at Simeon, which was 29-4 and won the Public League championship Scored 31 points in Chicagos annual City + Suburban All-Star game . At the end of his sophomore season, Pinson declared for the NBA Draft but returned to Missouri. LSU head coach Will Wade has some talented young guards on roster like Eric Gaines and Jalen Cook, who both saw action as freshmen this past fall. "Hey, listen, I'll take it," Pinson said with a laugh. So funneling possessions in an offense catered to your skills, I think you have to give the head coach a little credit for catering to the player with the highest ceiling on the team. 232 overall, No. Martin has had success finding talent through the transfer portal in his time atMissouri, with Kassius Robertson and Dru Smith helping Missourito two separate NCAA Tournaments. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & resort (KS). [13] On July 8, 2019, the Nets re-signed Pinson to a reported two-year contract,[14][15] after the Nets rescinded their qualifying offer to Pinson on July 6. Pinsons choice of finish a half-hearted floater doesnt induce much stress when that happens. I think we had him for the rest of the game. They were named as a team who reached out to Northeastern transfer Tyson Walker, but he appears to be a Michigan State lean. An unexpected turn to the evening lands a versatile big man from Spain. Pinsons one-year stint in Baton Rouge was an overall disappointment, though he did play some good basketball.