Justin Powell announces Transfer

**NEERFAN** · Apr 12, 18, 11:53 AM

Originally Posted by Straitshooter

Playing for the Lakers is a pretty good gig. Not an all-star, but if that's your measuring stick for success then a lot people lead pretty disappointing lives.

Montverde is nice because it's all basketball all the time. Not really a limit on the number of games. They make sure you are eating right, training right. They have a good track record for sure.

What about playing for for the Nets?

**HoopsKnowItAll** · Apr 12, 18, 11:54 AM

Russell plays for the Nets not Lakers.

He was EYBL champion with E1T1, first team All American in high school, nice one year at Ohio State and a top 5 NBA draft pick. I think he did pretty well.

**Metcalfe2010** · Apr 12, 18, 01:21 PM

Good move for the kid hate to see that talent leave the state though

**gold sunrise** · Apr 12, 18, 10:10 PM

Originally Posted by Bobby Axelrod

This is one of those situations where you hate to see such a talent leave the Bluegrass. However, opportunities like these don't come around often and one would be foolish to pass it up as Montverde's track record speaks for itself.

Exactly my thoughts.

**dognation2** · Apr 13, 18, 09:11 AM

I've never seen the young man play but have heard great things about him. Is he good enough to compete on that national stage? What position does he play? Also I'm wondering if this means that Johnson might be on his way somewhere else.

**4 Quarters** · Apr 13, 18, 09:56 AM

Originally Posted by dognation2

I've never seen the young man play but have heard great things about him. Is he good enough to compete on that national stage? What position does he play? Also I'm wondering if this means that Johnson might be on his way somewhere else.

PG, IMO, yes he will play there.

**PurplePride92** · Apr 13, 18, 12:29 PM

Originally Posted by Matt Holiday fan

What is Russell doing these days? Is he an all star?

Brooklyn Nets. Starting PG. Averaged 15.5 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists. Still has a lot to learn, still questions about his work ethic, still mediocre on defense, still a great passer but tends to make the dangerous pass too many times. His knees are a concern also. Shows a ton of promise and potential. Only 21-22 years old. Streaky shooter but certainly capable of shooting an above average percentage from three. Crafty. As @HammerTime says he is the Dollar General version of James Harden. D’Angelo has the potential to become an All Star if he puts in the work. At worst he should have a long career in the NBA. How good he becomes is up to him.

**James Graham** · Apr 13, 18, 01:24 PM

Originally Posted by Kentuckywildcat#1

What exactly is Monteverde going to do for Him? Get him more exposure? He’s already an elite level talent..

Not sure anyone has answered your question and I thought the exact same thing you did. Kid is going to get his scholarship based on his play in EYBL or Gauntlet. Sure, Monteverde is the hot name right now, but this kid is a known commodity already. It's awesome that he can get to do this and that a school like Monteverde considers him good enough to join. But, if we all agree that his offers come from the summer league circuit, then compare school ball to school ball here. Did anyone see that overly hyped ESPN "national championship" tourney that Monteverde won? The atmosphere was awful. And Monteverde (no suprise) does not play in the Florida High School state tourney. Now, compare that to a possible Mr. Kentucky Basketball and Sweet 16 Championship. You will be forever remembered as school ball legend. I know which one I would pick, but I am from a different generation.

**4 Quarters** · Apr 13, 18, 03:18 PM

Originally Posted by Kentuckywildcat#1

What exactly is Monteverde going to do for Him? Get him more exposure? He’s already an elite level talent..

Good question, as he has already relocated once, I'm assuming for more exposure.

**PurplePride92** · Apr 13, 18, 10:44 PM

Originally Posted by James Graham

Not sure anyone has answered your question and I thought the exact same thing you did. Kid is going to get his scholarship based on his play in EYBL or Gauntlet. Sure, Monteverde is the hot name right now, but this kid is a known commodity already. It's awesome that he can get to do this and that a school like Monteverde considers him good enough to join. But, if we all agree that his offers come from the summer league circuit, then compare school ball to school ball here. Did anyone see that overly hyped ESPN "national championship" tourney that Monteverde won? The atmosphere was awful. And Monteverde (no suprise) does not play in the Florida High School state tourney. Now, compare that to a possible Mr. Kentucky Basketball and Sweet 16 Championship. You will be forever remembered as school ball legend. I know which one I would pick, but I am from a different generation.

I’d pick the same as you but I understand why kids who have an opportunity to go to Montverde choose to go there. It’s pretty much high level basketball all day long there. Everyday.

**Indiana Patrick** · Apr 14, 18, 03:29 PM

Originally Posted by 4 Quarters

Good question, as he has already relocated once, I'm assuming for more exposure.

Where is he originally from?

**4 Quarters** · Apr 14, 18, 03:57 PM

Originally Posted by Indiana Patrick

Where is he originally from?

He finished the 8th grade in the North Oldham school system then enrolled as a Freshman at Trinity.

**rsmith6971** · Apr 22, 18, 01:15 PM

Justin could have gone to Montverde for the 2017-2018 season but chose to stay at Trinity to try to win a State championship. This past season at Trinity was a disappointment because of selfish play by a couple of players. Justin did not want to pass up Montverde again.

**Oldercoach** · Apr 22, 18, 01:44 PM

Originally Posted by PurplePride92

Brooklyn Nets. Starting PG. Averaged 15.5 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists. Still has a lot to learn, still questions about his work ethic, still mediocre on defense, still a great passer but tends to make the dangerous pass too many times. His knees are a concern also. Shows a ton of promise and potential. Only 21-22 years old. Streaky shooter but certainly capable of shooting an above average percentage from three. Crafty. As @HammerTime says he is the Dollar General version of James Harden. D’Angelo has the potential to become an All Star if he puts in the work. At worst he should have a long career in the NBA. How good he becomes is up to him.

About contract time yet?