Welcome Justin Kier

[gmujim92]

https://www.si.com/college/georgia/news/justin-kier-commits-to-georgia:

"While Kier played the 2-guard spot at George Mason, his role in that offense wasn't a traditional one. From time to time, Kier often cut back and forth at the top of the key, which didn't always allow for him to get the cleanest look. He'll get an opportunity to play on the wing more often than not at Georgia, which should allow for higher percentage shots, and in turn, a higher three point percentage.

On the offensive side, Kier shows a lot of potential in his ability to move without the ball, finish at the rim in traffic, and shoot consistently in catch-and-shoot situations. At 6'4 200 pounds, Kier has the perfect frame for a 2-guard in Tom Crean's system. In his 2018-2019 campaign, the last full season of basketball he's played, Kier averaged 14.5 PPG on 47.1% shooting and 6.5 RPG.

As for defense, Kier also does a solid job of making ball handlers pay for loose handles. In his career, he's averaging just above 1 steal per outing.

Expect Kier to be in great position to have a starting spot from Day 1 given his shooting ability and experience. This allows the Bulldogs to develop K.D. Johnson without having to put too much pressure on him in his freshman year."

This was written by a high school student. So sad to see what Maven has done to the SI brand.

 

[tblack33]

I ALMOST feel bad for the expectations that UGA is going to have for Kier. Their fans think they are getting the next JJ Redick if they are expecting him to shoot above 40% from 3 next season.

 

[gmujim92]

I ALMOST feel bad for the expectations that UGA is going to have for Kier. Their fans think they are getting the next JJ Redick if they are expecting him to shoot above 40% from 3 next season.

Agreed. So much of what I’ve seen written about him mischaracterizes his game or is just flat out wrong.

 

[sleeperpick]

Agreed. So much of what I’ve seen written about him mischaracterizes his game or is just flat out wrong.

agreed... they obviously know very little about his actual game. He makes threes but can he really be characterized as a gunner and three point shooter? That is an added part of his game that tends to work when he is wide open or off a great kick out pass... hopefully he is fully healthy so he can slash and play great defense again. Kid always gets a ton of steals but also plays ole defense quite a bit.

SEC defenses are going to be a lot longer and bigger than he faced in A10... wish him the best

 

[Pablo]

Petey Pandemic

@peteybuckets
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Apr 27

Congrats to Justin and hope it works out for the best. My lasting memory will be his 14 straight against Bona in the A10 QF two years ago. Team just didn't have it but Justin was sensational.


16:18 GOOD JUMPER by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 27

39 (+12)
15:33 GOOD JUMPER by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 29

42 (+13)
14:57 STEAL by KIER, JUSTIN
14:55 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 30

42 (+12)
14:55 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 31

42 (+11)
14:23 MISS 3PTR by KIER, JUSTIN
13:39 GOOD LAYUP by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 33

42 (+9)
12:46 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 34

45 (+11)
12:46 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 35

45 (+10)
12:17 GOOD LAYUP by KIER, JUSTIN (fastbreak) (in the paint) 37

45 (+8)
11:48 GOOD LAYUP by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 39

47 (+8)

 

[Petey Buckets]

Petey Pandemic

@peteybuckets
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Apr 27

Congrats to Justin and hope it works out for the best. My lasting memory will be his 14 straight against Bona in the A10 QF two years ago. Team just didn't have it but Justin was sensational.


16:18 GOOD JUMPER by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 27

39 (+12)
15:33 GOOD JUMPER by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 29

42 (+13)
14:57 STEAL by KIER, JUSTIN
14:55 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 30

42 (+12)
14:55 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 31

42 (+11)
14:23 MISS 3PTR by KIER, JUSTIN
13:39 GOOD LAYUP by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 33

42 (+9)
12:46 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 34

45 (+11)
12:46 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 35

45 (+10)
12:17 GOOD LAYUP by KIER, JUSTIN (fastbreak) (in the paint) 37

45 (+8)
11:48 GOOD LAYUP by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 39

47 (+8)

We've all forgotten about it because it was a disappointing ending to a brutal season, but that sequence from Justin was outrageous. Otis's ankle was failing him and Reuter had nothing left in the tank. Being courtside to watch him take over, he's special man. I'll miss him. One of the only players that makes me turn into Jon Gruden when I talk about him.

 

[Quentin Daniels]

I think I might show up with a Mason shirt on. And cheer for the Vols to kill the Bulldogs. Hate Georgia!

If Pons returns instead of staying in the NBA draft, he'll eat his lunch.

 

[Patriot8]

If Pons returns instead of staying in the NBA draft, he'll eat his lunch.

Pons is a freak. His pregame dunk show is a sight to behold.

I’m very interested to see Kier play at this level. If Pons isn’t guarding him, it will most likely be 5-star Jaden Springer, 5-star Keon Johnson, or 5-star Josiah Jordan-James.

 

[JimP]

Petey Pandemic

@peteybuckets
·
Apr 27

Congrats to Justin and hope it works out for the best. My lasting memory will be his 14 straight against Bona in the A10 QF two years ago. Team just didn't have it but Justin was sensational.


16:18 GOOD JUMPER by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 27

39 (+12)
15:33 GOOD JUMPER by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 29

42 (+13)
14:57 STEAL by KIER, JUSTIN
14:55 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 30

42 (+12)
14:55 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 31

42 (+11)
14:23 MISS 3PTR by KIER, JUSTIN
13:39 GOOD LAYUP by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 33

42 (+9)
12:46 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 34

45 (+11)
12:46 GOOD FT by KIER, JUSTIN 35

45 (+10)
12:17 GOOD LAYUP by KIER, JUSTIN (fastbreak) (in the paint) 37

45 (+8)
11:48 GOOD LAYUP by KIER, JUSTIN (in the paint) 39

47 (+8)

Attended GMU at Duquesne - I believe it was Kier's sophomore season. It was the first time I realized how good Kier is. Team down the whole game, but he had a great 2nd half to help get it to OT. Eventual loss unfortunately.

 

[psyclone]

Quite the memories!

I do hope his injury doesn't turn him into Marcus Evans, although in fairness, Evans had many more injuries over his career.

Wish him the best..an outstanding representative of our program in every aspect.

 

[Jack Strop]

Technically, Kier gave us his four years. Now he is rewarded with another season in an exciting new environment for him. I wish him the best!

 

[Quentin Daniels]

Technically, Kier gave us his four years. Now he is rewarded with another season in an exciting new environment for him. I wish him the best!

Absolutely. And here's hoping he has the same level of personal success as Hancock did.

 

[Pikapppatri8]

Technically, Kier gave us his four years. Now he is rewarded with another season in an exciting new environment for him. I wish him the best!

Couldn't agree more. Good on him. He earned it.

 

[Herndon]

Couldn't agree more. Good on him. He earned it.

Yessir. He gets the Luke Hancock "good luck, kid, go tear 'em up" well-wishes from me.

 

[patriotchild]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1390110058135134215

View: https://twitter.com/jkiiiiii__/status/1390110058135134215?s=21


reunited and it feels so good? Rumor has it he wants to be closer to home.

 

[Pikapppatri8]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1390110058135134215

View: https://twitter.com/jkiiiiii__/status/1390110058135134215?s=21


reunited and it feels so good? Rumor has it he wants to be closer to home.

That would be an interesting turn of events.

 

[tblack33]

Naaa I’ll pass.

 

[GSII]

This is odd....

 

[Masonfan3]

That would be an interesting turn of events.

For what its worth, KE started following him on twitter...

 

[Walter]

I would take him back.

Hopefully he isn't looking to return home to Harrisonburg. It does appear that JMU made a good coaching hire.