It can be said with certainty.
Kansas State is concerned about its perimeter game.
The coaching staff is seeking shooters, anything to avoid a repeat of the 0-for-13 embarrassment K-State tossed up from long range in its second-round loss to Wisconsin in the NCAA Tournament.
But Wednesday’s commitment from Hutch center Abdul Herrera – the first pledge in the Class of 2008 – only adds depth to the frontcourt.
Has not made up his mind.
In fact, the Cowley County C.C. guard is getting frustrated with the whole process.
He admitted Thursday that Texas Tech is the leader for his services, but he added Kansas State isn’t out of the picture. The problem is, he said, after he feels good about one situation, he hears from other schools. Those coaches then tout their schools, and how McDonald would be a better fit there, and it’s all become confusing.
Don’t underestimate the effect of Michael Beasley on Kansas State recruiting.
You’ve likely read about how Starkville, Miss., forward Latavious Williams is interested in K-State because of Beasley, his favorite college basketball player during the past season.
Largely because of Beasley, the Wildcats were deemed must-see television – at least they were in Starkville.