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What types of players do you guys want to see with the three scholarships we have?

Going to definitely have to dip into the transfer and grad transfer market. I know Hurley and the staff will figure it out, but 3 spots seem like a lot to fill by next season at this time. This is assuming that returning seniors would not count against the scholarship limit if they choose to come back. I would love to see some sort of shooter and maybe a big to make up for the height we are losing with Polley/Whaley/Carlton.

Edit: We definitely have bigger things to worry about with the tourney coming up. Still playing for this year. I just can’t help but wonder.
 
rollskies said:
What types of players do you guys want to see with the three scholarships we have?

Going to definitely have to dip into the transfer and grad transfer market. I know Hurley and the staff will figure it out, but 3 spots seem like a lot to fill by next season at this time. This is assuming that returning seniors would not count against the scholarship limit if they choose to come back. I would love to see some sort of shooter and maybe a big to make up for the height we are losing with Polley/Whaley/Carlton.
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You're on the right track.
 
Dabutlerdidit said:
1 big, 1 scoring wing, 1 combo guard

i’m sure there is possibility of reclass in addition to transfers
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Totally forgot about the reclass option when making this post. Wondering if CFJ would consider coming a year early.
 
In the Georgetown pre game presser, Hurley made a passing reference to 2022 recruiting going well. Throwing in that comment made me hope that the board had a hint to speculate about the 2022 targets going well. Obviously, 2022 would be the source of any potential reclass to 2021 and we could gauge that possibility with the specific player. Our team next year has its core in place. Our need is pieces that could put us over the top. I agree a great scorer/deep shooter and a quality front court player would help the most. I like the Brimah transfer announcing 3/20 but I have no idea if we are really in the mix.
 
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Think how we fare in the BET and NCAAT will also be important as a selling point to grad transfers or other seniors with one year of eligibility left looking to go to a team where they can make a tournament run
 
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Our starting lineup next year is most likely:

Cole, Jackson, Martin, Sanogo, and either Akok (big) or Gaffney (small), with the 3 freshmen and Springs rounding out the bench.

1) We definitely need a shooter, and I'd prefer one who's more of a 2/3 (i.e. can handle the ball a little) than a 3/4 like Polley (who can defend the paint a little).

2) I'd also go for a reliable backup big to replace Carlton/Whaley. Someone who can at least defend and rebound, doesn't need to be a go-to scorer.

3) I'd consider a steady ball-handling guard, like a Craig Austrie type. He'd be behind Gaffney and Diggins on the depth chart, but could run things for 10-15 mpg if needed.
 
I personally like to go 3 deep at every position (obviously with overlap since that's 15 and we have 13 scholarships). This is how I see it right now, a 2/3 who can shoot and a 4/5 to either backup Sanogo or play with him since the 4's below all have question marks going into next year. The 3rd scholarship could go a lot of different directions

PG: Cole, Diggins, Gaffney
SG: Jackson, Hawkins, Gaffney, XXX
SF: Martin, Jackson, XXX
PF: Akok, Johnson, Springs
C: Sanogo, XXX, Johnson,
 
The transfer market should be crazy this year. Will not be shocked if we pick up 2 regular transfers and then maybe find another incoming freshman or grad transfer. I'd like another big, someone who can hit the 3 reliably (either wing or combo guard) and then whatever the best player is we can find.
 
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Tenspro2002 said:
Our starting lineup next year is most likely:

Cole, Jackson, Martin, Sanogo, and either Akok (big) or Gaffney (small), with the 3 freshmen and Springs rounding out the bench.

1) We definitely need a shooter, and I'd prefer one who's more of a 2/3 (i.e. can handle the ball a little) than a 3/4 like Polley (who can defend the paint a little).

2) I'd also go for a reliable backup big to replace Carlton/Whaley. Someone who can at least defend and rebound, doesn't need to be a go-to scorer.

3) I'd consider a steady ball-handling guard, like a Craig Austrie type. He'd be behind Gaffney and Diggins on the depth chart, but could run things for 10-15 mpg if needed.
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I think Hawk is going to start. Maybe not right away. But he’ll be on a similar trajectory as Bouk was as a freshman. He’s a college ready 2 guard.
 
I want all 3 back. JC may not play much with Sanogo, Whaley, and Johnson in the rotation, so I wouldn't blame him if he pursued pro options instead. Who knows what the overseas pro leagues even look like with covid going on - the logistics may not be cleared up by next fall so maybe they all decide to come back and get a free masters degree.
 
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Tenspro2002 said:
Our starting lineup next year is most likely:

Cole, Jackson, Martin, Sanogo, and either Akok (big) or Gaffney (small), with the 3 freshmen and Springs rounding out the bench.

1) We definitely need a shooter, and I'd prefer one who's more of a 2/3 (i.e. can handle the ball a little) than a 3/4 like Polley (who can defend the paint a little).

2) I'd also go for a reliable backup big to replace Carlton/Whaley. Someone who can at least defend and rebound, doesn't need to be a go-to scorer.

3) I'd consider a steady ball-handling guard, like a Craig Austrie type. He'd be behind Gaffney and Diggins on the depth chart, but could run things for 10-15 mpg if needed.
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Agree with all of this but..........................need at least one of #1 or #3 to be a lights out shooter.
 
My two cents. As much as I'd like to see IW back next year for roster fit/needs.. At his age and at his current skill level--.Of the three seniors--I believe he has the best chance of making money playing BB next year. Does he want a Masters degree? Don't know.

I also believe JC will wait for IW to make his decision before making his own because I think JC sees redundancy in their roles on next year's team. The Young Bigs will be featured by Dan Hurley next year and does JC enjoy playing 20 minutes per game.. Don't know.

TP is a wild card and really seems to enjoy life at UConn and provides a unique skill set for next year's roster as a sniper off the bench. AJ/JH/TM will be looking for PT.. Is TP ok in that role? Could see him staying to improve his chances to make money overseas after another great season next year.

If BA chooses to move on I could easily see him getting his MBA somewhere where he could be a contributor on the floor while enhancing his future professional opportunities. PT at his position on next year's team will be competitive.

All speculation on my part and am looking forward to these guys contributing to and enjoying a deep run in the Tournament after a BET title this year.
 
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Where is 3 coming from? Assuming Adams transfers? We have 3 freshmen coming in, and 3 guys graduating. So that leaves the Brown scholarship and an expected Bouk departure for the NBA.

My choices for the two would be an immediately eligible big and a small forward type who can defend and shoot.
 
HuskyHawk said:
Where is 3 coming from? Assuming Adams transfers? We have 3 freshmen coming in, and 3 guys graduating. So that leaves the Brown scholarship and an expected Bouk departure for the NBA.

My choices for the two would be an immediately eligible big and a small forward type who can defend and shoot.
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HuskyHawk said:
Where is 3 coming from? Assuming Adams transfers? We have 3 freshmen coming in, and 3 guys graduating. So that leaves the Brown scholarship and an expected Bouk departure for the NBA.

My choices for the two would be an immediately eligible big and a small forward type who can defend and shoot.
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People are expecting Adams to leave because he was honored on senior day.
 
1. A first big-man off the bench. Someone with some footspeed that can defend the perimeter against the more mobile bigs that Sanogo has trouble with would be nice.

2. Shooters. Shooters. Shooters. Shooters. Ideally with size.

3. If there is a 1v1 shot creator that can replace Bouk, they should also be a priority, but I think it's fair to say that those guys are tough to come by and we shouldn't expect it.

There should be a bevy of transfers available this year. 1 grad and 1 transfer with 2+ years of eligibility would be nice--avoid alienating any potential 2022 recruits. I wouldn't mind a big-time 2022 reclass either.
 
husky429 said:
1. A first big-man off the bench. Someone with some footspeed that can defend the perimeter against the more mobile bigs that Sanogo has trouble with would be nice.

2. Shooters. Shooters. Shooters. Shooters. Ideally with size.

3. If there is a 1v1 shot creator that can replace Bouk, they should also be a priority, but I think it's fair to say that those guys are tough to come by and we shouldn't expect it.

There should be a bevy of transfers available this year. 1 grad and 1 transfer with 2+ years of eligibility would be nice--avoid alienating any potential 2022 recruits. I wouldn't mind a big-time 2022 reclass either.
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AKA Tyler Polley lol(regarding #2)
 
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