NCAA Basketball Recruiting: Analyzing 2019 forward Kenyon Martin Jr.’s 8 finalists

Cincinnati Bearcats

Being his father’s alma mater, Cincinnati has the clear edge other the others to land Martin Jr. The program may have a different head coach in Mick Cronin but the philosophy of tough defense and physical play are essentially the same.

It makes sense for the forward to consider the Bearcats around this time as well, considering that both previous frontline starters Gary Clark and Kyle Washington have departed. Big men Tre Scott and Nysier Brooks will be seniors for the 2019-20 season, making the need for new bodies in the frontcourt. Clark was able to succeed and win AAC Player of the Year at just 6’7, so height won’t be an issue for the team when developing him.

Georgetown Hoyas

Patrick Ewing’s arrival at Georgetown has made high school big men take a new look at the program, hoping that his success and knowledge from his playing days will help them develop into future NBA players themselves. It could be a huge benefit for Martin, having another pro to learn from.

The problem with this situation would be that the forward would be buried in the Hoyas’ frontcourt. Omer Yurtseven is sitting out this season after transferring in from NC State and would have two years left to play afterward. Jarmorko Pickett and Antwan Walker also would be juniors when Martin arrives. Then there is the class of 2018 forwards Josh LeBlanc and Grayson Carter, both who could be involved in the team’s rotation this season. Assuming unforeseen departures doesn’t happen, Martin could ride the bench the first couple of seasons with Georgetown.