It was his dream to come to Duke and he is finishing one dream before he starts another and he wants to maximize the dream. He's an amazing guy to coach, he's got great heart and is a warrior. Through leadership, I think he can bring that out in others on the team.I would have to think he will be front-runner for POY next year. Some think he is making a mistake. Please, please, let me know what the mistake is that he is making? Is he guaranteed lottery money? No. Does he have suspect health issues that could rear their ugly heads next year? No. Does Duke have the risk of falling from contention as UNC did last year? Not even close.
So what am I missing? He is having the time of his life in college, he is learning and growing, spending precious time with friends that he will never have again, and he is playing basketball at the highest possible amateur level under a Half of Fame coach surrounded by future pros. Call me crazy but Kyle will improve his strength and focus on spearheading the defense this year. As a senior, he will be a leader on and off the floor and will help transition the freshman into collegiate life. He will be honored by his fans and possibly hang his jersey in the rafters when it is all said-and-done. How is this hurting this kid?
If I were an NBA GM, Kyle's name would be near the top of my list for next summer. Use Shane Battier as an example. Sure, the guy is no All Star but he is an instrumental and much-needed piece to the winning puzzle. And he is a great guy. That is no fluke... that's four years at Duke.
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