University of Southern California basketball head coach Eric Musselman and his Trojans are currently navigating the choppy waters of Southern California. The team recently moved on from former head coach Andy Enfield and is currently in the process of integrating Musselman into the team. Leading up to Musselman's addition, USC Basketball had a relatively disappointing 2023-24 college basketball season. There was a lot of upheaval in the form of transfer portal decisions, injuries, and the national media attention that comes naturally when LeBron James' son plays. your team.
The team is also currently dealing with several players heading to the NBA, including Boogie Ellis, who was probably their best player. within the team This last season.
Invitations to the annual NBA Draft Combine, where participants showcase both their basketball skills and measurable athleticism, were recently made public, but some USC basketball fans feel that Ellis clearly won the slot. I was shocked to learn that it had fallen.
Many fans took to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, to express their displeasure over the revelation.
“a I was a little surprised #USCBoogie Ellis did not attend this camp,” wrote a user in response to a list of G League Elite camp participants.
“Where's Boogie Ellis?” another wondered.
Recently spotted in New York City, Ellis explained what he is working on as he prepares to take his talents to the next level, even if he has to do so without the services of the combine.
“Working on coming off screens, reacting, getting into the paint, making quick shots. Things like that,” Ellis told ESPN on X's Jonathan Givony.
“I look at a lot of guys like Jalen Brunson, who have as good footwork as me…This whole draft process, I've been playing two-man, getting into the paint, being really shifty. I've been working on using my legs and legs, which I want to give me an edge,'' Ellis added.
One Trojan Successful
Perhaps unsurprisingly, Bronny James, the son of USC basketball backup guard LeBron James, despite having a relatively mediocre 2023-24 season with the Trojans. The combine was successful.
Of course, it's worth noting that just a few months before the season began, Bronny suffered a health scare during a practice at the University of Southern California, a cardiac arrest that cast doubt on whether he would ever be able to take the court again. In all capacities. The fact that he was able to fulfill his dream by donning the Trojan costume was certainly an inspiring story.
After the season, James declared for the NBA Draft and also entered the college transfer portal. That means he has multiple options going forward. The outcome may depend on evaluations from NBA scouts at the next combine. A place this summer.
But it's certainly fair to wonder how much James' name helped Bronny when compared to teammates like Boogie Ellis