False information. D2 is an unbelievable level, but JUCO is built for players to transfer. It sets you up academically and athletically. You also have a coaching staff helping you transfer, not trying to talk you into staying.
Kids are turning down D2 hoop opportunities to play JUCO is crazy work!! I was a JUCO player and it did great things for me, but in today’s climate it’s easier to go from a D2➡️D1 than it is JUCO➡️D1.