Aubrey possible for Sunday

[BRS24]

Not getting any hopes up, however even if she got a few minutes, that's a good sign.

 

[marti3td]

I am going to the Depaul game next Wednesday and am hoping we are at full strength.

 

[VaConnFan11]

I don't understand tweets like this. Either she's healthy enough to play or not. If's there's any doubt then don't play her. For the amount of time she has been out, I seriously doubt 1 day makes a difference.

 

[hoopsfan22]

I am going to the Depaul game next Wednesday and am hoping we are at full strength.

There's no chance of that since Ayanna is out for the season, and Caroline has no return date.

 

[Bone Dog]

Not getting any hopes up, however even if she got a few minutes, that's a good sign.

OMG OMG OMG!!!!

 

[CL82]

Terrific news, first and foremost for Aubrey, but also for the team. Griffin is such a phenomenal athlete that her availability can really be plug and play wherever we need it. Mostly though, I'm just happy she'll get a chance to play again.

 

[Henry]

Can't wait to see Aubrey on the court again. I was excited enough watching her during warm-ups when I was at the Georgetown game on Sat.

 

[Inthepaint]

Terrific news, first and foremost for Aubrey, but also for the team. Griffin is such a phenomenal athlete that her availability can really be plug and play wherever we need it. Mostly though, I'm just happy she'll get a chance to play again.

I second the motion.
Aubrey coming off the bench is a game changer.
It’s like Geno tossing a grenade out on the court.
Let’s just be patient since Aubrey’s going to have to be cautious and shake off the rust and make sure the back is 100%.
If so…
Katie, bar the door!
Shock & awe!

 

[oldude]

Aubrey is a difference maker, maybe not on Sunday vs Seton Hall, but hopefully in March during the Big Dance.

 

[Longtime fan]

Aubrey is a difference maker, maybe not on Sunday vs Seton Hall, but hopefully in March during the Big Dance.

I agree with you here. She can't have her "A" game on day one.

 

[oldhusky]

I am hoping she will be a difference maker after a few games, and before Tennessee and South Carolina. Was thinking she would want to return during a home game.

 

[MooseJaw]

I second the motion.
Aubrey coming off the bench is a game changer.
It’s like Geno tossing a grenade out on the court.
Let’s just be patient since Aubrey’s going to have to be cautious and shake off the rust and make sure the back is 100%.
If so…
Katie, bar the door!
Shock & awe!

Any time, any game our young lady Aubrey is one of the most exciting players to watch. Love what she brings to the game, plus she usually plays a mile a minute.

 

[DEpup]

Isn't she from that area or her parents went to Seton Hall? I can't remember the connection. I feel with the personal connection, there is a good chance she gets some minutes.....

 

[BRS24]

I don't understand tweets like this. Either she's healthy enough to play or not. If's there's any doubt then don't play her. For the amount of time she has been out, I seriously doubt 1 day makes a difference.

Perhaps if she responds well to a pre-game day practice and has no setbacks, then she may get some playing time.

 

[Longtime fan]

I am hoping she will be a difference maker after a few games, and before Tennessee and South Carolina. Was thinking she would want to return during a home game.

Agree. And Seton Hall has family connections via her family...so it would seem perfect.

 

[MSGRET]

Isn't she from that area or her parents went to Seton Hall? I can't remember the connection. I feel with the personal connection, there is a good chance she gets some minutes.....

Her dad was a Seton Hall standout in basketball, while her mother ran track and was an All American at Seton Hall.

 

[Skeets]

I agree with you here. She can't have her "A" game on day one.

Probably true, but she's been participating in pregame warmups for about a month. I suspect she's been doing at least low intensity drills between games. Maybe the runway to 100% won't be that long. Having said that, I don't think Aubrey is the savior that many BY'ers hope and believe she will be. UConn will go where they will go even without Aubrey being the difference maker. I am (a minority opinion here) tampering down my enthusiasm. Aubrey, make my look stupid (please)!

 

[Dillon77]

Aubrey is a difference maker, maybe not on Sunday vs Seton Hall, but hopefully in March during the Big Dance.

Defense, rebounding, transition game would all be enhanced.
As we've discussed, round into shape/form over the course of the Big East regular season for the tournaments.

Good luck to her when she hits the court.

 

[RockyMTblue2]

Aubrey was assisted off the court on Jan. 3, 2024. I understand @VaConnFan11 being a bit puzzled by Geno's phraseology.

 

[Bone Dog]

I suspect it’s not about medical clearance, but about how confident Aubrey feels. That’s what Geno’s phrasing says to me.

 

[mrmojack]

Aubrey, Ash and KK coming off the bench is quite a trio. Just a little bit of defensive energy I guess.

 

[Cornell Lt]

Aubrey is the missing link for this team. There is no one on the current roster that can match her athleticism. I hope she plays on Sunday, but more importantly, I can't wait to see her playing after she gets to 100% physically.

 

[JellyBean]

I am excited to see Aubrey back out there, if only in limited minutes for a few games. That is fine with me. She is a joy to watch play.

 

[JellyBean]

Aubrey, Ash and KK coming off the bench is quite a trio. Just a little bit of defensive energy I guess.

That is what I am excited to see those three and their energy. I can't wait!

 

[Vowelguy]

I don't understand tweets like this. Either she's healthy enough to play or not. If's there's any doubt then don't play her.

I don’t think it’s so simple.

It is probabky the case that she gets run through a bunch of drills and then they check the next day if that created any issues or soreness. If not, then maybe they do it again. After a certain number of times of “no issue” she’s good to go.

 

[oldude]

UConn has been pretty effective this season running a man-to-man press. Once Aubrey is back and healthy, I would not be surprised to see UConn also employ a diamond press with Aubrey at the point, something they did with great effectiveness a year or so back.

I have described Aubrey as an athletic octopus, who’s all arms and legs, capable of snatching passes out of mid-air and turning them into easy transition baskets…

 

[packwrap]

While we have been practicing the UConn press, that practice also get us ready for Tennesee.

 

[LwrcasefaN]

While we have been practicing the UConn press, that practice also get us ready for Tennesee.

TN press seems to be wearing down or at least it appears that opponents are making quick adjustments to it. They have these hockey shift changes and everyone doesn't have that engine to go all out on both ends of the floor. I noticed in their more competitive games a few players are in well past the prior 18-20 minutes a game. Aubrey will definitely be a plus with her movement. UCONN has plenty of shooters (who at some point stand around) and not enough slashers and finishers at the rim.

 

[WiseWillie]

Any time, any game our young lady Aubrey is one of the most exciting players to watch. Love what she brings to the game, plus she usually plays a mile a minute.

Right now coming off injury, I'd be quite happy with 3/4 mile a minute.

 

[packwrap]

What amazes me about TN is how the math works. Miss St was handling it in the first half, then in 2nd half started turning it over.

Sure enough TN got 20+ turnovers, more shots, and took more 3's again.

TN just keeps at it, believing that even a surè handed team will eventually succumb.

We've seen they can be beaten, so I am more curious than concerned for our game. It is interesting to look at their boxscores.

Back to UConn. If we do end up pressing in NCAA, that's where our depth could get some minutes, and have Geno use a bigger group than he usually does.