Andre Jackson has the best hops in UConn history

[UConnKev]

 

[Waquoit]

Sounds like our staff is already coaching the guy up.

 

[Psolo12]

Him coming down the lane full speed is terrifying

 

[Chin Diesel]

The opposing players look like high schoolers compared to AJ.

 

[Chin Diesel]

That one at the :16-:20 second mark? Just wow.

 

[UconnU]

Never forget Syracuse’s talking point about losing Jackson to us was that he was afraid playing time wouldn’t be there, was afraid of competition lol.

 

[NJHoops]

4-6 from the line
4-8 from three

It’s not a good looking shot yet, but if it works and is repeatable, it’s a good place to start. His current coaches have been receptive to feedback from his future ones. Everyone wants this guy to be great.

 

[mauconnfan]

Take a good look at the 2 guards in play around the :24 mark. Not sure this was even a HS team what are they doing playing this team? Nothing taken away from Andre and his amazing athleticism but it hardly looked like a fair fight. Really happiest to see the shooting numbers and the improvement there. If he can just make some shots he will be special.

 

[tentoes4rings]

Is it fair to say similar skill set to Hami Daillo? Suspect outside shot but through the roof athletic.

I’d compare him more to Kelly Oubre with a better vertical.

 

[jibsey]

He dunks with zero effort or stress, I use more energy tying my shoes.

 

[WhereistheDove?]

He dunks with zero effort or stress, I use more energy tying my shoes.

This. He’s so athletic that at first glance it doesn’t even seem all that impressive based on the total lack of effort.... until you take a step back and realize just what it is he’s doing.

 

[NJHoops]

Highlights from the game, includes a little more than just dunks-
(there’s music so adjust your volume accordingly)

 

[UconnU]

Highlights from the game, includes a little more than just dunks-
(there’s music so adjust your volume accordingly)

Looks like they’re teaching him the new age Curry style shot. Looks really nice and most importantly it’s going in.

 

[husky429]

Highlights from the game, includes a little more than just dunks-
(there’s music so adjust your volume accordingly)

Still a pretty ugly shot. He grips the ball from the front with his off hand and his set point is way too low. Kind of mechanical.

The change I see is his strong-hand grip is a little wider and he is consciously cocking his wrist back. Didn't do this before. Both of these are important steps in his rebuild--should help him get arc. I'm sure the plan next will be to raise the set point and follow through over time

 

[Huskyforlife]

That shot really needs work. But man is he dynamic attacking the rim. I also liked the full court pass, playmaking is the most underappreciated part of his game.

 

[Huskyforlife]

 

[polycom]

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How do you even learn to shoot like this?

 

[superjohn]

 

[BFieldHusky]

#53 in ESPN's revised 2020 rankings.

 

[BigErnMcCracken]

We're pretty fortunate that this kid looked at Syracuse's loaded roster that is currently terrorizing college basketball and decided that he'd have an easier route to playing time over here.

 

[UConnKev]

 

[BFieldHusky]

We're pretty fortunate that this kid looked at Syracuse's loaded roster that is currently terrorizing college basketball and decided that he'd have an easier route to playing time over here.

I can't tell you how much I love this post!

 

[T-Squared]

To OP: Stanley Robinson would like a word with you.

 

[superjohn]

lol @ all the people who think Stanley is more athletic than this kid.

 

[UConnKev]

 

[BFieldHusky]

As much as we focus on his insane athleticism, the kid is a plus passer at 6'6.

 

[MDHuskFan]

Any 3’s?

 

[Matrim55]

As much as we focus on his insane athleticism, the kid is a plus passer at 6'6.

And probably the best wing defender in the class. I'm hoping he's our Iguodala.

 

[Huskyforlife]

And probably the best wing defender in the class. I'm hoping he's our Iguodala.

That's quite the proclamation. Any sourcing on that?

 

[GetTheFacts]

I've been going down an Andre Jackson rabbit-hole over the past 30 minutes. I honestly don't think it's a stretch to say that he might be the best pure athlete that we've ever had on the UConn basketball team. His speed + leaping ability to absolutely insane. Who knows about his ability to shoot, but he is going to be a nightmare on the fast-break.