By Bob

April 7, 2010 8:14 AM | Link to this

Just sticking his toe in the water … will pull it back out cause he’s not ready

By Tom

April 7, 2010 8:15 AM | Link to this

Let’s hope he stays with UD for his senior year. UD could have a really, really good team next year with the stand out freshman guard coming in, but we need Wright to stay !

By Jeff

April 7, 2010 8:18 AM | Link to this

Good move. Put your name in. Go to camps and work out with teams. Get as much honest feedback as possible. No penalty for coming back.

By John

April 7, 2010 8:24 AM | Link to this

He’ll be back. He won’t be drafted.

By Flyer 72

April 7, 2010 8:25 AM | Link to this

Like a lot of young athletes, he reading and believing too many of his press clippings. However, the experts say either not draftable at this time or a high second rounder. Really should get more exterience and work on his weak points (more than one are glaring) and get his degree. I guess his family really, really needs cash now.

By flyer 72

April 7, 2010 8:29 AM | Link to this

Flyer 72 let me tell you something entering the draft doesn’t mean you need cash and you need to be careful what you say about CW’s family he would be crazy not to see what’s out there and you are not a NBA general manager, you are also a Jerk.

By Press Clipping

April 7, 2010 8:31 AM | Link to this

Reading his own press clippings that lets me know right there you do not Know Chris

By Bill

April 7, 2010 8:33 AM | Link to this

I would hope that he chooses to come back and play another year, for his sake. Most sites don’t even have him getting drafted. Chris will be an NBA player, but he’s not ready just yet.

By UD fan

April 7, 2010 8:36 AM | Link to this

CW needs to stay for his Senior season. NBA potential? yes. But don’t rush it. You’ll be dissapointed later.

By Jim

April 7, 2010 8:36 AM | Link to this

Smart move Chris…good luck with your decision. My hope is that you will return to UD for what will promise to be a very good year with the returning lettermen, an outstanding entering class, and a great coach and staff.

By dj

April 7, 2010 8:44 AM | Link to this

what is the basis for the rumor the family needs cash now. is Chris any relation to the Grigsby in the news last week iwth the guy who shot the security cops?

By sec 312

April 7, 2010 8:51 AM | Link to this

I would check it out, you would have to be dumb not to look into a 6 figure plus job…but I would also come back and improve. Thanks CW we sure are glad you picked UD

By Greg

April 7, 2010 8:59 AM | Link to this

If heneeds the cash that bad why not just go play in Europe? He could have a nice little career over there. X

By is he related to Chuck Grigsby

April 7, 2010 9:03 AM | Link to this

Is he related to Chuck Grigsby who played for UD in the 60’s some people ask ilrelavent questions that has nothing to do with the stuff at hand

By macman

April 7, 2010 9:06 AM | Link to this

Chris: Get the best advice and do what’s best for you. Screw the nay-sayers.

By ROBERT

April 7, 2010 9:12 AM | Link to this

Chris Wright leaving UD is great. Maybe now he can expand his basketball skills with a real coach. Staying at UD with Brian Gregory would only hinder his chances of becoming a better player. Go Chris Go!

By Gut feel

April 7, 2010 9:17 AM | Link to this

Chris, in life you must keep your doors open. You have done that by not hiring an agent, thereby not closing a door. We tried-and-true UD fans (not fair-weather ones like so many…the ones that boycotted or stayed home against Illinois State!) would love to see you come back and enjoy the successes of your senior season AND finish your degree. With patience brings reward, and with another year of experience, growth and recognition under your belt and a college degree, you will be set up very, very well in life.

By Billy

April 7, 2010 9:19 AM | Link to this

Chris, everybody in the NBA can dunk. You needs to work on your mid-range jumper to be a viable NBA player. Good Luck!

By FlyerFan

April 7, 2010 9:21 AM | Link to this

Doubt that CW is reading these posts, so we’re all doing this to voice our opines for the purpose of opining. Me too. CW is not NBA calibre. But the lure of possible $$ is overwhelming. Have said for the past 3 years, CW is an athlete and a good role bball player. Still wish him the best

By FlyerFan

April 7, 2010 9:22 AM | Link to this

Doubt that CW is reading these posts, so we’re all doing this to voice our opines for the purpose of opining. Me too. CW is not NBA calibre. But the lure of possible $$ is overwhelming. Have said for the past 3 years, CW is an athlete and a good role bball player. Still wish him the best

By FaithfulFlyer65

April 7, 2010 9:24 AM | Link to this

CW is making mistake. He should enjoy his college days because he’ll never get those days back.At this point in his development he has less than average NBA talent, and unfortunately, he may never be heard of again after he leaves.

By alabama flyer 1996

April 7, 2010 9:24 AM | Link to this

It really doesn’t matter that he’s not ready. He, like many other underclassmen are taking into the account the possibility of NBA lockout and no draft in 2011. As a result, more (including CW) will be opting out of their senior year in order to insure that they cash in while they can. It is still good for UD to get someone into the NBA. This is good for recruiting too. Good luck CW—ready or not!

By FlyerFaithful

April 7, 2010 9:29 AM | Link to this

The Illinois St game was not boycotted. It was too difficult to get tickets. Season ticket holders had to purchase two games. (long shot that 2 games would be played in Dayton. Short notice as to the time of the game. Many reasons it didn’t sell out, but boycott was not 1 of them. Go UD!

By RaiderNation

April 7, 2010 9:33 AM | Link to this

Come on UD! Play Wright State already. What are you afraid of. Butler plays us and look where it got them! Or you can just stick with your pathetic non-conference schedule and rack up easy wins.

By Never Hurts To Try

April 7, 2010 9:34 AM | Link to this

Actually, the fact he is not hiring an agent also will hurt his draft status. With the amount of money at stake for the team picking, I would not want to waste it on a “tire kicker”, don’t you think?

By Season Ticket Holder

April 7, 2010 9:37 AM | Link to this

CW is no fool, he is playing it based upon the current rules. If he gets a good offer he will be gone, if not then another year at UD. Good Luck CW and thanks for another fine year.

By ChrisWright

April 7, 2010 9:38 AM | Link to this

Ok, time for me to speak. I am opting for the draft because I believe my body of work has shown that I have the skill set to be a high 1st rounder, possible a lottery pick. Granted, if I play my senior season and we go deep into the NCAA tournament, I would definately be a lottery pick. My decision to come back or not will depend on whether or not I think we have the team to win it all next year. I will keep you posted. Thanks for your support. CW

By Go BigEast

April 7, 2010 9:39 AM | Link to this

He needs several things in addition to a mid-range jumper - he will need a better handle, a better ‘feel’ for the game and an ability to defend on the perimeter (his footwork and his approach, read “too straight up”) is not developed for defending the 2’s and 3s he will be matching up with in the NBA. NBA/NFL athletic ability? No question. He is supremely and hyper athletic, but this needs to be channeled for him to make it to the NBA (and I believe that he can, but not at this point). He also needs to have his skills developed, and I believe that this is the biggest weakness of Coach Gregory, i.e. he does not develop his players and their skill gaps. Look at the trends - London Warren (very one dimensional and stayed that way); Marcus Johnson (regressed), Rob Lowery (neutral to regressed, although injury played a potential role); Mickey Perry (neutral); Kurt Huelsman (never developed a BASIC, signature move around the basket that would have translated to 8 points a game), At this point the UD player with the most potential for the NBA is Chris Johnson.

By MAC

April 7, 2010 9:48 AM | Link to this

I don’t need to know Chris or whether his family needs money or not. He is NOT READY!!!!

By Michael

April 7, 2010 9:50 AM | Link to this

IMHO, BIG mistake

By Kenny

April 7, 2010 9:50 AM | Link to this

Smart move Chris. See what’s out there. If it doesn’t look good right now come back for another year. Good luck, I hope it works out great for you either this year or next. You will be successful in professional basketball somewhere, I hope it is in the NBA where we can watch you play.

By BobbyG

April 7, 2010 9:53 AM | Link to this

Surrounded by NBA talent and NBA coaching, CW will be an outstanding pro player - someday. But you have to get drafted first, and I doubt that will happen this year. Good luck at the camps and “combines” Chris. And we’ll see you back for one more shot at the A-10 title and an NCAA bid in 2011 before you move on to make the big bucks.

By TC

April 7, 2010 10:00 AM | Link to this

like many others views, his game is good, but is it NBA ready YET? remember, 2nd round picks are not guaranted $$. is he developmental league ready? Yes. physically? he can run, jump, defend, and dunk. but can he defend the big power 4s of the NBA? or shoot & defend like the 3s? not yet. Europe is an option, but another year I think helps. plus it gets him a degree. I wish him the best of luck either way. its not my decision and I don’t want to even consider what I’d do if I were in his shoes. Good luck.

By Jimmy Carter Is Senile

April 7, 2010 10:16 AM | Link to this

Raider Nation, your non-conference schedule is more pathetic than ours.

By Brian`

April 7, 2010 10:26 AM | Link to this

You people who are saying it is a big mistake are idiots…he is testing the waters, he can’t be evaluated by the NBA advisory council if he doesn’t throw his name out there. He’ll get feedback and more than likely be back.

By BigDaddy

April 7, 2010 10:28 AM | Link to this

CW didn’t even dominate the A-10….a mid-major conference or even the best player on his team! He wouldn’t even start on most Big conference teams. He has a ton of athletic ability, but so does everyone else in the NBA. His ball handling skills won’t even keep him in the developmental league. He needs to stay his senior year and then head to Europe because that’s where he will end up anyway….

By par5vin

April 7, 2010 10:34 AM | Link to this

Since the Cavs GM(Danny Fairy-tale)is stupid enough to waste their 1st round pick on a toothpick from the Congo, and also waste 20 million dollars per yr. on an “old slowed down” Shaq, perhaps there is a wiser GM out there who realizes this rare “freak of an athlete” will soon enough hone his shooting skills, and take not a chance, but take a player who will more sooner than later develop into one helluva regular ESPN highlight reel. Many NBA players can’t shoot as good a CW anyway; and that is a FACT JACK.

By Reality Check

April 7, 2010 10:35 AM | Link to this

CW…if I were you I’d go ahead and fill out your course schedule for next Fall. You’ll need it.

By Steven

April 7, 2010 10:45 AM | Link to this

Hey RaiderNation, you do realize that Butler is a conference game for you guys, right? They don’t have a choice but to play you. Which they will also continue to do as it wouldn’t be smart for them to leave a league that they can dominate.

By realistic

April 7, 2010 10:45 AM | Link to this

I agree that he will be backat UD. I disagree that Dayton has a standout freshman guard coming in. I think the kid that sat out this season after transfering might be helpful, but Staten much like the ones who are leaving. Fast, but not much else. Just being real but I don’t think CW will ever be a bigtime NBA player. I would guess his career will be in Europe. brian roberts is a vastly superior player and he can not make an NBA roster.

By not dogging him....

April 7, 2010 10:54 AM | Link to this

I do love the Flyers and hate to say this but…he will not be good enough for the NBA this year or even next year. I just don’t think he is an NBA talent. He will get paid somewhere but by the NBA. I truly hope I’m wrong but I can’t see it right now.

By pfft

April 7, 2010 11:00 AM | Link to this

Chris Johnson is more ready for the NBA that CW!!

By The time is now

April 7, 2010 11:01 AM | Link to this

Congrats to CW and the UD Flyers for winning the NIT 2010. Now, the nation finally knows UD Flyer basketball! Taking full advantage of the moment, now is the time to fully seize the opportunity by entering the draft to see what bigger opportunities are available for him. We, as a city should be overjoyed at this hometown young man and what he has accomplished in his life so far! I applaud CW! UD Flyer basketball has not been this competitive in ages! CW has been tremendous on and off the court since his freshman year. Keep up the good work CW!

By TWood

April 7, 2010 11:07 AM | Link to this

Chris, you are a class act on and off the court. You represent TWood and Dayton very well and I am proud of you. I wish you much personal and professional success. Best wishes in your decision. May the options you desire and visualize be realized.

By Flyer Perspective

April 7, 2010 11:11 AM | Link to this

Is Chris Wright serious? I know by not hiring an agent that there is no harm in seeing what’s out there, but let’s be honest he’s not even the best player on the team. Chris Johnson is by far the better/most consistent of the two and has the ability to be able to play at the next level. It will be Chris Johnson that people will have to worry about leaving after his junior year.

By caroline

April 7, 2010 11:16 AM | Link to this

This guy has never shown me much. Compare him to Evan Turner at OSU. Evan is out of this world, Chris is very, very ordinary.

By Spoon

April 7, 2010 11:17 AM | Link to this

I remember some of you idiots saying Daquean Cook wasnt ready and last I heard he’s pulling 1.5 MILLION in Miami.Chris is just testing the waters and has until the 25th to pull out and by then he’ll know from the scouts if he should go or stay.Chris has an NBA body can rebound, sky and block shots and is better than MARK MADSEN right now.The key -a good agent will get you drafted,ready or not, so good luck Chris you will play for pay somewhere.

By Wise

April 7, 2010 11:18 AM | Link to this

This is a safe, smart move by CW. It gives him the option to come back for his senior year, which he will most likely do. No harm in seeing where the pundits think he will go. It would be foolish not to at least test the waters since there is no penalty…as long as he does not hire an agent.

By CAroline

April 7, 2010 11:18 AM | Link to this

No chance he’s an NBA player.

By jake

April 7, 2010 11:21 AM | Link to this

Read the comments by Twood and the Time is Now. Sounds like UD has a ringer on here to try to make Chris Wright sound better, since they knew most people would be slamming him.

By Peter

April 7, 2010 11:32 AM | Link to this

Remember Tony Stanley? Did the same thing. He’s just putting his name out there. He’ll be back.

By Fork

April 7, 2010 11:34 AM | Link to this

Spoon, are you serious! Cook can shoot the lights out,dribble, drive,and pass.(some of the things CW cannot do) Madsen is just a size guy. CW is not even close to Cook on the court. He can rebound,sky and block shots but that will not translate into an NBA contract.PERIOD!

By Reginald

April 7, 2010 11:36 AM | Link to this

Good luck Chris, I hope you succeed in all that you do! You are a very talented young man with great potential and possibilities. You, unlike most people understand what the purpose of negative forces are and should continue to embrace them and prove them wrong. Good luck dude, much respect!!!

By Jeff Gecowets

April 7, 2010 11:38 AM | Link to this

I am a Raider fan, but my advice to Chris Wright is to stay at UD. O have seen you play, you are not ready for the NBA. I applaud you for not hiring an agent, but don’t do it for th money. Do it for your love of the game. Many college players do it for the money. Chris, be a rebel. As much as it pains me to say, you need to stay for your senior year.

By nyc

April 7, 2010 11:51 AM | Link to this

hey chris…do what you gotta do…ignore the jealous haters that dont have a life of their own…

By Macken

April 7, 2010 11:57 AM | Link to this

CW needs to develop a jumper, everyone can dunk in the NBA. His draft stock will rise if he works on his short game and develops a mid range jumper alot more then just testing the waters now. He will be back at UD

By RC

April 7, 2010 12:00 PM | Link to this

I don’t know what CW’s draft status might be, but there’s no harm in finding out. But his career at UD has been hindered mainly by the fact that the lane he wanted to drive into was always occupied by not only the man guarding him, but KH, his man, and the guy who’s not guarding LW. With more mobile big men and at least some credible offense from the point, next year could be a much different story for a player of CW’s talents. Coming back next year might be the thing that turns him into a lottery pick…

By gjh2007

April 7, 2010 12:00 PM | Link to this

He needs to reconsider. He’s not ready for the NBA yet. One more year at UD will give him a stronger advantage and make him more attractive in the draft.

By Spoon

April 7, 2010 12:05 PM | Link to this

Listen idiot who calls himself fork tell me where did I compare him to COOK.I was making the statement that people were saying he wasnt ready. They are two entirely different players, so fork or whoever you are READ a comment and understand it before you make IDIOT remarks!

By Mike

April 7, 2010 12:12 PM | Link to this

Chris Wright=leadership…. We need Chris to stay…

By TWood

April 7, 2010 12:13 PM | Link to this

To Jake, you are making a big leap there. I am no “UD ringer” and have no affiliation with UD. I am a Trotwood grad who has followed and been a fan of CW since his high school days. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting him on several occasions and he is a genuine person and was very nice and accommodating to my son who looks up to him. CW spent some time talking to him at the Flyin’ to the Hoops tourney and has earned my respect and admiration. Consider yourself corrected.

By RC

April 7, 2010 12:21 PM | Link to this

Just to add - Chris Wright has been nothing but a straight up good guy in his time at UD. Whatever happens, huge thanks to him for staying home here at UD, and I wish nothing but best of luck to him, however this all turns out. You’re a class act, Chris.

By Gut feel

April 7, 2010 12:23 PM | Link to this

Hello Flyer Faithful. I was at the IL State game, and there were open seats everywhere. What do you mean, “it was too hard to get tickets.” Anyone could have walked up to the ticket office that night and gotten a ticket. And as for the notice, I disagree there too. And as for having to buy two games as a season ticket holder, what’s wrong with that? Everyone got a refund for the second game.

By Lori

April 7, 2010 12:23 PM | Link to this

We love you Chris. Hope you’ll be back for one more year!

By TWood

April 7, 2010 12:37 PM | Link to this

I don’t understand all the negativity. Are some of you that jealous? Any young person that is doing their best with their God-given talent, representing their family and community well, and chasing their dream should be encouraged with positive (and deserving) words. CW deserves more respect and support from his community. Nothing he has done deserves ridicule. He wants to see what his options are. What’s the big deal? Good luck Chris and pay no attention to negative knuckleheads!

By mica

April 7, 2010 12:38 PM | Link to this

this young man is not ready for the NBA by any means. he really needs to be consistant and not diappear in games. shot improvement would also help him. good luck

By ud alum '08

April 7, 2010 12:38 PM | Link to this

Doesn’t hurt to get his name out there…he’ll be back next year. it will hopefully increase the name recognition and buzz around UD basketball for next season.

By Mr. Sports

April 7, 2010 12:40 PM | Link to this

Hey Caroline, we don’t give a crap about Evan Turner.

By Mr. Sports

April 7, 2010 12:42 PM | Link to this

Hey Caroline, we don’t give a crap about Evan Turner.

By T-Wood Grad

April 7, 2010 12:46 PM | Link to this

Chris, I wish you all the best in your decision; you are an outstanding person & Player and you have made the T-wood community proud! Please do not allow the haters on this website or in public influence you in any kind of way. You deserve what ever you have coming and only GOD knows what your next move should be so my brother I say Pray to the higher power from which your strength will come….GOD bless you and Congrats!!

By Mow

April 7, 2010 12:49 PM | Link to this

RC just said all that needs to be said, plain & simple.

By UDCHUCK

April 7, 2010 1:02 PM | Link to this

CW choosing to stay home and play for UD and then having 3 outstanding seasons where the team averaged 25 wins has elevated the entire program. Taking this step only insure CW has all the facts to make an informed decision. Enough of the cheap shots at BG as well. The program will continue to improve and grow under his leadership. A program doesn’t evolve from a mid-major runner-up to a final four contender overnight.

By Truth Will Hurt

April 7, 2010 1:15 PM | Link to this

I wish Chris all the luck in the world. Now, reality. The good news is he didn’t hire and agent and when he learns about where or if he’ll be drafted can come back for his senior year. Coming back for his senior year helps UD, but ultimately won’t help him unless in that year he finds a jump shot and/or learns how to beat defenders off the dribble.

By Class of 1985

April 7, 2010 1:19 PM | Link to this

The NBA has an advisory committee for those players who wish to find out where they might be drafted. Sometimes players “test the water” so to speak to find out where they stand. If Chris Wright is told that he would likely be a second round pick without the promise of a guaranteed contract, returning to school would be his best option. If he’s told that the 1st round is likely, then it’s hard to pass up a guaranteed deal.

By Rey

April 7, 2010 1:29 PM | Link to this

He owes it to himself to see if he is a possible 2nd rounder. I remember everybody saying the same thing about Daquean Cook. He didnt even play in the NCAA finals and he got drafted in the 2nd round. If the experts think he is a 2nd rounder then he should go. I wouldn’t risk a knee injury for UD’s sake. We lucky to finally have NBA potential players. We will be saying the same thing about Chris Johnson next year. Good Luck in the pros

By Jim

April 7, 2010 1:35 PM | Link to this

Raider Nation, your comments are an embarassment to the good fans and sportsmanship of WSU. And I recall that you’ve lost to Butler 6 or 7 times in a row, the last being a 25 point blow out on national tv in the championship game. And I suspect you view that result as respectable or perhaps a moral victory?

By Ron Wood

April 7, 2010 1:46 PM | Link to this

I don’t think that his reason has much to do with family finances, but I agree that he is not quite ready for the next level. As skilled as he is, he has many aspects of his game that could still use some work. I hope that maybe this move is more of a “feel out” kind of thing as opposed to serious any real consideration.

By mr.hoopz

April 7, 2010 1:55 PM | Link to this

Chris wright is so overrated,he is to short to play down low in the NBA,he doesnt dribble the ball well,and his jump shot needs work bad.Hes NBA NOTHIN BUT AVERAGE.

By Gene

April 7, 2010 1:57 PM | Link to this

I didn’t see anyone answer this but I believe Chuck Grigsby is Chris’ uncle. As to the question of money, it would be better if CW finishes out his sr. year, imporeves his game and value in the NBA. He’ll get a better opportunities and a better contract.

By Brad

April 7, 2010 2:00 PM | Link to this

Wright is a great guy and has been an exceptional player for UD for 3 years. Just out of selfishness, I want him to stay because I know UD would be much more successful with him on the team, but if he wants to test the waters and enter the draft, I can only wish him good luck and hope he makes it. I would be proud to watch him play in the NBA!

By jake

April 7, 2010 2:24 PM | Link to this

Who are you people - wait I can answer that - a bunch of opinionated *holes. Are ya jealous or what? Why would you remark about something you know nothing about. To CW - whatever choice you make, I hope it is the best one for you! It was a privilege watching you and your team mates play this year - great job on the NIT title. Best of luck to you-be true to yourself and you won’t go wrong.

By David

April 7, 2010 2:28 PM | Link to this

All, the Chuck Grigsby thing is a joke. J.D. Grigsby, a Flyer from the early 70s, is Chris’s uncle. Chuck was a white guy who played in the ’50s. Chris is doing the right thing, getting an evaluation from the experts, rather then listening to us clowns @DDN. I expect he’ll be back next year.

By flyergal

April 7, 2010 2:28 PM | Link to this

Honestly, i am not surprised Chris Wright is headed to the draft. Granted I am hoping he is back for this last season. If i was him i would enter the draft too, esp after playing on a team that could have easily made it to the sweet 16, though was jinxed by their inability to play under pressure (how many times did we lose at 5 points and under?), and b/c their beloved coach BG (and perhaps a little billie schmidt influnce) were so obsessed with subbing out their ‘deep bench’ that they never allowed any of the players to get ‘in the groove’ and really play some good ball. I am happy for Chris…saddened for UD if he does go.

By Flyer Paul

April 7, 2010 3:15 PM | Link to this

The comments “family needs the money” and we will be “good” to “great” (obvious) miss the key point - have you watched an NBA, er. “first one over the time line shoots” game? I know, “it’s a whole different game!!” Yea, 80 some per season - that’s a lot of time to be sitting on the pine watching really boring stuff. Good move, as part of a “process”, to test the H2O - CHRIS SIMPLY ISN’T READY!

By angela

April 7, 2010 3:17 PM | Link to this

Dang, I didnt realize how many jealous people there are in the city…. Let the man do what he wants, and learn whatever lessons along the way…. and Im sorry, but who wouldnt try to make six figures… and if he dont then be it..he will one day…. Dont hate….Congratulate!!! :) (and of course he’s an ex Ram…) gotta love it!!!!1 :)

By angela

April 7, 2010 3:17 PM | Link to this

Dang, I didnt realize how many jealous people there are in the city…. Let the man do what he wants, and learn whatever lessons along the way…. and Im sorry, but who wouldnt try to make six figures… and if he dont then be it..he will one day…. Dont hate….Congratulate!!! :) (and of course he’s an ex Ram…) gotta love it!!!!1 :)

By Reality.

April 7, 2010 3:19 PM | Link to this

Flyergal — UD was not a team that “could have easily made it to the sweet 16” — they did not make the tournament. They were not good enough through the season. UD had a great run through the NIT and should be very proud. On a related note — I wish CW well and hope that he achieves his dream of making it into the NBA!

By Len

April 7, 2010 3:19 PM | Link to this

I believe he is not ready for the NBA. He will learn a lot and improve his valu to the NBA by waiting one year. If it is money he wants he will probably get more next year to offset what he will make in two years if he goes now. I would like to see him stay at Dayton one more year.

By T-Wood

April 7, 2010 3:38 PM | Link to this

If he can’t take over a game in the A-10, he can’t play in the league.

By Jacksonville Jet

April 7, 2010 3:55 PM | Link to this

I wonder if he’ll get drafted ahead of London Warren? [cue crickets chirping sound effect]

By flyergal

April 7, 2010 3:57 PM | Link to this

Reality - per many announcers during NIT/NCAA games this past tourney, besides looking at what their record WOULD HAVE BEEN having not lost the 8 or so games by minimal points, UD was mentioned many times as a team that COULD (i guess ‘could’ should be the main word here) have made it to the sweet sixteen. With as many low seeded teams that made quite a presence this season in the big tourney - i think they could have done it. I am not here to cause any drama , like some other blog posters, so i do hear ya. BUT i do disagree - i think UD could have made it a few rounds in the tourney had their season turned out a little bit different :)

By PCM

April 7, 2010 3:58 PM | Link to this

If no NBA teams wanted BRob, no way they will trust CW. Just my two cents, but Roberts was a horse!

By Spoon

April 7, 2010 4:00 PM | Link to this

Hopefully this is my last comment on this matter but I have to correct Rey on his comment. As i said like Rey, Cook was very heavily criticized[ especially in Columbus] for coming out early but he was a first round pick that did earn him a guaranteed one million. Derrick Brown from Chaminade was a second round pick last year out of Xavier and he did make the Charlotte Bobcats roster and made 457k-not bad at all.As I said earlier Chris will play for pay and anybody with any basketball sense knows in Gregorys scheme one player wont dominate and still have a sucessful 25 win season.The a-10 puts plenty of players in the and only few have dominated the league sans Jameer Nelson[StJoes]Camby[Umass] Odom[RIsland] to name a few, but plenty non dominating players from the a- 10 are playing or have played in the NBA.

By UD Flyer Fan

April 7, 2010 4:39 PM | Link to this

Question: As I am hoping Chris Wright will be back at UD, could he decline an NBA offer and decide to be back for his senior year?

By UD Flyer Fan

April 7, 2010 4:41 PM | Link to this

Question: Can Chris Wright decline an NBA offer and return to UD as a senior?

By Mr. Logic

April 7, 2010 4:50 PM | Link to this

Chris Wright is doing exactly what he should be doing, not hiring an agent and testing the NBA waters. The NBA has changed, from all the teams profitable to more than half operating in RED finacially because of unrealistic player contracts and an over leveraged economy, not that many people can afford thousands of dollars a ticket even if it’s all you can eat and drink. The NBAs’ not going pay guaranteed money now unless the 1st round pick is going bring excitment and sell expensive tickets and increase TV viewership. There have been No. 1 picks that have been cut in their first and second year. In my opinion CW, now doesn’t project into a no. 1 pick that will be offered big guaranteed money. Never thought Larry Bird would become NBA winner and Hall a Framer, was a great basketball player, scorer and passer not a great athlete,just the opposite of CW. As I have commented before CW is a NBA player 10 points, 10 rebounds for 10 years. Not everybody can be guaranteed big money NBA draft pick. The positive side of this, several NBA quaranted money no. 1 picks have addmited that if could have a do over they would have stayed in college at least another year. Because they now know they lost some priceless college experiences -carefree enthusiasm, learning maturity, camaraderie and relationships with teammates and classmates that will last a lifetime. Good luck Chris Wright.

By SPOON

April 7, 2010 5:45 PM | Link to this

The answer to Flyer fans question is once you sign with an agent there is no turning back. thats why the league gives them a deadline to turn pro or stay in school and I believe April or May 25th is that date.

By Mike

April 7, 2010 6:06 PM | Link to this

Folks, the decision is CWs to make. He will soon find out what the NBA GMs think of him; not our opinions. Good kid, great character and lets wish him well, regardless.

By flyer66

April 7, 2010 6:31 PM | Link to this

GutFeel, thanks for your comments. I agree completely. The A10 tourney and ILL ST games were the easiest games I have ever bought tickets for. Walked right up and got mine and other relatives’ season seats (no permission note required like in the past) and extra tix for other relatives. We did not have to pay for the second game since it didn’t happen. There was no excuse for anyone to stay away. Many fans pre-paid for their tix online and then wertfe able to swkip the first lin

By flyer66

April 7, 2010 6:40 PM | Link to this

Ooops! This posted itself before I finished and fixed typos. …were able to skip the first line. We were in and out in just a few minutes. RE:CW—not ready yet but at least not hiring an agent yet. We need him for next year. He needs to become more consistent to be ready for the pros.

By ryan

April 7, 2010 7:07 PM | Link to this

If he stays in the draft; he will be an assistant coach for the Trotwood Rams in 4 1/2 years.

By 100 spoke city

April 7, 2010 7:39 PM | Link to this

Go to the camps, workout.. get the feedback on what you need to get 2 the next level and work on it… come back and dominate the college game!! Be that 4yr example.. guys will say i can do it, cause chris did it..

By flyer paul

April 7, 2010 7:45 PM | Link to this

Re.”Radier Nation’s” - using Chris Wright’s decision to “test the waters” to lobby for a cross town game. Really? I enjoyed Butler’s NCAA run & thought what an opportune time for WSU to use next season’s Butler game to give away tickets & lure U “fans” into those empty green & yellow seats!

By amy katz

April 7, 2010 7:51 PM | Link to this

Chris Wright in the NBA??? Get real. He has about as much chance a B-Rob had of ever making the NBA. If CW is not ready for the NBA now, he’ll never be ready.

By Trotwood

April 7, 2010 8:59 PM | Link to this

I hope that everyone who has made a comment about what Chris CAN’T do is either an NBA coach or an NBA player. It amazes me how someone can know so much about something that they have no experience with. Chris “All things are possible with God.” Don’t listen to the haters and the nay sayers. This city is full of them, nothing but crabs in a bucket who hate to see other people succeed. What God has for you is for you and don’t let anyone discourage you. Allow God to lead you. If it’s meant for you to come back to UD and complete your senior year, please don’t be discouraged by the “I told you so” I pray that you will listen to the most important voice…God’s voice. I wish you the best of luck and remember no matter which road you travel keep God first.

By OSU Joe

April 7, 2010 9:58 PM | Link to this

If Chris Wright was any good, he would not be playing at a mid-major like ud. He has no chance of playing in the NBA. Hell, he wouldn’t be able to play in the WNBA.

By DoctorFlyer

April 8, 2010 12:07 AM | Link to this

We all love CW. But let’s get REAL folks in Flyer Land. If he cannot take over against St Joes or St Louis and take us to Victory, he wont get drafted to play in the NBA. He disappeared many times this year in crucial situations. Someone please tell me how many games he took over at the end? I dont recall any? I have watched this team for 40 years. Ryan Perryman was better. B-Rob was a much better player. Tony Stanley was better. Chapman was a way better player. They were/are not in the NBA. CW is not even on the Top 100 on the top Draft Service . . DraftExpress.com. I am a Flyer Fan but please get real folks. CW is testing the waters and getting some exposure. Good News . .. he will be back with one more year to develop. He has the ability to build his talents and make the Pros. But he will need a different kinda year and different kinda game.