Patrick Tape

[dukiejay]

I hope so. I hope he makes me eat 10lbs of crow

There's nothing wrong with setting minimal expectations for the guy. I'm not sure any of us expect him to become a double-double guy. On paper, he fills a need. If he's able to become something of a Marshall Plumlee guy in 2015, then this was a very nice get. At minimum, he gives us size and depth at a position many of us were questioning.

 

[peterjurkinsquirtsroywilliams]

There's nothing wrong with setting minimal expectations for the guy. I'm not sure any of us expect him to become a double-double guy. On paper, he fills a need. If he's able to become something of a Marshall Plumlee guy in 2015, then this was a very nice get. At minimum, he gives us size and depth at a position many of us were questioning.

He adds another true center that is much needed. I love this move, however, I don't expect him to produce huge numbers.

 

[Duke fan in souhern Ohio]

New poster here , long time reader decided to get an account today. Been a Duke fan since I was 10 and I am 40 now , first became a fan when Duke lost to UNLV in the tittle game in 1990, been a die hard ever since
After watching film on Patrick Tape , I am more excited for him than what I originally thought , I am optimistic that he can be more than just a role player next year and really contribute quality minutes.
Any way just wanted to introduce myself and say hello to the board , have always enjoyed reading.

 

[PixelDevil]

Btw, I’m seeing on Columbia’s site, that it’s Patrick Tapé. Does anyone know if that’s right?

Regardless, I think you guys should tapér your expectations.

Spoiler

 

[pisgah101]

Btw, I’m seeing on Columbia’s site, that it’s Patrick Tapé. Does anyone know if that’s right?

Regardless, I think you guys should tapér your expectations.

Spoiler

sounded like toupee in the video

 

[PixelDevil]

sounded like toupee in the video

Well if it’s pronounced like toupee then my jokes wouldn’t make any sense.

 

[HonkeyT]

Welcome to the family, kid.

 

[tp394]

Btw, I’m seeing on Columbia’s site, that it’s Patrick Tapé. Does anyone know if that’s right?

Regardless, I think you guys should tapér your expectations.

Spoiler

It’s pronounce tuh-pay

 

[OldasdirtDevil]

Welcome to Duke! An experienced, physical presence inside, what's not to like.

OFC

 

[skysdad]

Kind of reminds me of Robinson with his body type. If he's willing to work hard I think he can be a great asset next season.

Thinking the same thing. OFC

 

[skysdad]

New poster here , long time reader decided to get an account today. Been a Duke fan since I was 10 and I am 40 now , first became a fan when Duke lost to UNLV in the tittle game in 1990, been a die hard ever since
After watching film on Patrick Tape , I am more excited for him than what I originally thought , I am optimistic that he can be more than just a role player next year and really contribute quality minutes.
Any way just wanted to introduce myself and say hello to the board , have always enjoyed reading.

Welcome to the board and have fun. OFC

 

[DukefanKY]

New poster here , long time reader decided to get an account today. Been a Duke fan since I was 10 and I am 40 now , first became a fan when Duke lost to UNLV in the tittle game in 1990, been a die hard ever since
After watching film on Patrick Tape , I am more excited for him than what I originally thought , I am optimistic that he can be more than just a role player next year and really contribute quality minutes.
Any way just wanted to introduce myself and say hello to the board , have always enjoyed reading.

Welcome aboard

 

[dbav]

It’s pronounce tuh-pay

On every block or dunk the call will be "time tuh-pay the price".

 

[PixelDevil]

On every block or dunk the call will be "time tuh-pay the price".

I just became a dad by reading that out loud

 

[DukeNation12]

Kid could be talented enough to start from day 1...K likes experience and Mark will probably start eventually but I wouldn’t be surprised if both have their fair shares of Starts at C this season. Good get by the staff!

 

[df64]

An average veteran center on a team that otherwise would have to rely on 2 freshman rated outside the top 30 is probably a huge get.

 

[springsportster]

At first glimpse I am impressed. Kinda get a Boozer vibe...

 

[timo0402]

At first glimpse I am impressed. Kinda get a Boozer vibe...

If by boozer you really mean javin, then yeah I’m with you.

 

[pisgah101]

If by boozer you really mean javin, then yeah I’m with you.

hahaha

 

[IFaZe]

5 (GOOD) fouls will be an upgrade from JD lol

 

[Laettner15]

ummm don’t have access to read, but what’s going on

 

[jwill133]

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ummm don’t have access to read, but what’s going on

I don't have access either, there is NOTHING else on twitter that goes into detail about this.
Could he have second thoughts if he knows Hurt is coming back??
Apparently there is a rumor that the NCAA is gonna allow any athlete to transfer (grad or not) and not have to sit out a year, it just hasn't been announced what year that goes into effect, maybe that has something to do with this??

 

[Laettner15]

I don't have access either, there is NOTHING else on twitter that goes into detail about this.
Could he have second thoughts if he knows Hurt is coming back??
Apparently there is a rumor that the NCAA is gonna allow any athlete to transfer (grad or not) and not have to sit out a year, it just hasn't been announced what year that goes into effect, maybe that has something to do with this??

No no exactly.. not trying to be a fire starter and it could be nothing.. just think from the title it’s interesting to read and there has to be a reason why.. he would get minutes here unless something is happening behind the scenes

 

[GodIsGood4Ever]

Athletic reporting academic issue that he didn’t know duke didn’t have his major or something. Still listed as committed they said.

 

[Laettner15]

NM

 

[jwill133]

Bye.

 

[smashmouth5]

Carey coming back?

 

[Laettner15]

Kuminga coming in early!!! Okay I know nothing but I’d take that trade off..

 

[pisgah101]

Doucheeee bagggg lol

 

[timo0402]

Athletic reporting academic issue that he didn’t know duke didn’t have his major or something. Still listed as committed they said.

Guess whatever board you stole that from was incorrect

 

[Jake1985]

Lots of questions...
Hurt coming back?... possibly
Carey coming back? ... doubtful
Coleman & Williams are adequate at the 5? ... maybe

One answer... Tape' won't be at Duke

 

[peterjurkinsquirtsroywilliams]

Lots of questions...
Hurt coming back?... possibly
Carey coming back? ... doubtful
Coleman & Williams are adequate at the 5? ... maybe

One answer... Tape' won't be at Duke

1-4 Duke is loaded.
5 spot is questionable and could be Duke's Achillies heel next season.

 

[CRAZIE4LIFE]

He was never a good fit!

 

[timo0402]

He was never a good fit!

When you’re reaction (mine) is “well i guess it helps our depth” when he committed, then i agree.

 

[tp394]

Did the guy ever even get an offer from Duke?

 

[crazyduke3]

Welp so much for this lol

 

[dukiejay]

He was never a good fit!

I giggled.

 

[Jake1985]

It would be great if Kuminga would come to Duke, but there are no insiders that feel that Duke is even a player right now

 

[peterjurkinsquirtsroywilliams]

It would be great if Kuminga would come to Duke, but there are no insiders that feel that Duke is even a player right now

Heard Kuminga ship has sailed, but who knows. Duke sure could use Vernon Carey for another season

 

[PixelDevil]

where does toupee rank all time among our transfers?