Alleyne Article (Borges)

[ToolzieFan]

UConn’s Alleyne is more than just a shooter

A transfer from Virginia Tech, Nahiem Alleyne wants Huskies basketball fans to know he’s got plenty of skills: ‘I can do more than just shoot the ball.’

www.ctinsider.com

This is what I like to hear from a new player:

“We knew we were going to win that game from the start,” he reported. “That was a very special game, to play Coach K in his last ACC game and beating him. That was really special.”

 

[QuickDraw]

Nice, he already has a degree so his class load could be light if he so chooses leaving more time for BB.

 

[dennismenace]

LOL. Based on that disdain comment for K I'm surprised he didn't call him Rat Face. Gotta love a recruit like that.

 

[NJHoops]

Happy 21st to Nahiem! For a little perspective, this guy graduated college at age 20 (a huge accomplishment on its own) in an era when a number of players turn 20 in their freshman year.

 

[Fishy]

Nice, he already has a degree so his class load could be light if he so chooses leaving more time for BB.

That’s not how it works.

He’ll almost certainly have the same credit load as everyone else; however, he’s in grad school, so…less easy.

 

[Tiamat7]

Yah, full course load. Regarding the difficulty of grad programs, it very much depends on his chosen program. Some are on par or possibly easier than undergrad. Other programs are hardcore and require full time commitment (e.g., 70-80 hour work weeks. Little to no time for basketball.).

 

[Mister P]

Happy 21st to Nahiem! For a little perspective, this guy graduated college at age 20 (a huge accomplishment on its own) in an era when a number of players turn 20 in their freshman year.

By all accounts, he has a very high IQ off the court in terms on how he handles himself. He should be a positive veteran teammate to the young players on how to handle college life, both on and off the court.
I expect him to one of the vets that helps the younger guys with the knowledge of what it takes to play hard and get better, especially when you’re trying to win as a team.