And you can’t say he’s just trading off the name, since Luke didn’t exactly overwhelm at Notre Dame.  (I never thought he was used correctly from what little I saw, but nevertheless.)

I expect many double doubles and at least (3) 15 plus boards in BT play. The BT is on a down year for talent, and think back to what The Pritch was doing as a true FR.

He will be much better with Yogi running the point. But you have to believe Jordy is really looking forward to those kickouts for the three next season.

It’s the footwork. He has great feet and will eat up the PF’s that try to stay with him.

I think the strength issue is being overplayed, too. He is a post player and has, up to this point, dominated pretty much every level of competition. He has a nice combo of post moves, basketball IQ, and pure size, amongst others. He will be going to Btown within the next month or 2 and will have access to an elite training team and practice facilities. He will get stronger throughout the next 2-4 years, but that doesn’t mean his current strength can’t compete at a high level as a freshman. Elite players like Cody, Kevin Love, Matt Howard, Tyler Hansborough, etc. make high-level instant impacts.

I can’t help but think he’s going to be the best player on our team from game 1.  I know he is playing against High Schoolers but he is just so dominant.  He’s tall he has the moves he just needs a little more weight and he’ll basically have it all.

My expectations for this season just went up a notch or two.  I love the offseason (no losses). 

I agree Kelin.  Cody looks better and better.  I too think Cody is made much better by other talent around him. which he will not only have at IU but will continue to improve as he is there.

Everytime I see Cody I think of Hansborough for UNC.  I am not saying they play particularly the same or Cody will be as good but I do think Cody can have a similar impact over his career at IU.  He will be a strong presence down low for 4 years, that can score, rebound, be aggressive and provide a foundation for what will be a talented roster in 2011-2015.

Although I agree with Casey on Zeller’s strength as a freshman, every time I see Cody this year he looks bigger and bigger and bigger.  I am not going to go as far as to say that Cody will dominate physically in the Big 10 as a freshman (he won’t) but with four months at IU to condition I believe he will be ready to compete.

Go Hoosiers!

I agree Kelin.  Cody looks better and better.  I too think Cody is made much better by other talent around him. which he will not only have at IU but will continue to improve as he is there.

Everytime I see Cody I think of Hansborough for UNC.  I am not saying they play particularly the same or Cody will be as good but I do think Cody can have a similar impact over his career at IU.  He will be a strong presence down low for 4 years, that can score, rebound, be aggressive and provide a foundation for what will be a talented roster in 2011-2015.

Although I agree with Casey on Zeller’s strength as a freshman, every time I see Cody this year he looks bigger and bigger and bigger.  I am not going to go as far as to say that Cody will dominate physically in the Big 10 as a freshman (he won’t) but with four months at IU to condition I believe he will be ready to compete.

Go Hoosiers!

 He’s just a very good player. I truly believe his combination of size and skill will allow him to have a significant impact for IU and in the Big Ten, even when his lack of strength in comparison to older players inhibits him in certain areas. I have a feeling that when Cody is matched against a stronger player, he’ll simply use his skill and agility to hit shots. He’s not going to own every matchup, but I do see him making a noticeable impact as a freshman.

 He’s just a very good player. I truly believe his combination of size and skill will allow him to have a significant impact for IU and in the Big Ten, even when his lack of strength in comparison to older players inhibits him in certain areas. I have a feeling that when Cody is matched against a stronger player, he’ll simply use his skill and agility to hit shots. He’s not going to own every matchup, but I do see him making a noticeable impact as a freshman.

 He’s just a very good player. I truly believe his combination of size and skill will allow him to have a significant impact for IU and in the Big Ten, even when his lack of strength in comparison to older players inhibits him in certain areas. I have a feeling that when Cody is matched against a stronger player, he’ll simply use his skill and agility to hit shots. He’s not going to own every matchup, but I do see him making a noticeable impact as a freshman.