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Message: [QUOTE="karstenkibbe, post: 4415678, member: 4139"] Just got back to Stamford a short while ago. It’s been a while since I’ve been on campus. Just such an impressive look coming in from the woods and seeing the new rink under construction, then a strong crowd for soccer, Burton and Werth. Campus was alive. Love how everything is lit up at night. As for the scrimmage, a few observations: [LIST] [*]Clingan is a super-skilled passer for a big man. I really believe he will have an impact passing the ball out of the post. He did look winded by the third “quarter” but he showed a lot of energy and good footwork for his size. [*]Calcaterra surprised me the most tonight. He hit shots, he plays a very poised game, was active, and drew an offensive foul with some great defense. I think his role will be greater than I expected when he came on board. [*]Aleyne plays a very smart, under control game. Strange, but smooth shot and his defense looked strong. [*]I don’t see the concerns about Newton. The guy plays effortlessly, is silky smooth and can get to the rim whenever he wants. And I want him starting because… [*]Diarra scares me a bit. He is high energy and a bulldog on defense. But there were possessions where he pounded the ball on the perimeter, didn’t pass, and took some ill-advised shots. Newton would be my more dependable choice at PG. [*]Aside from hitting that 3, biggest difference with Adama is that he looks slimmer, chiseled, and much quicker around the basket. Had a few super athletic moves that I did not see last season. [*]Hawkins was crazy assertive. Looks much more sure of himself out there. And I loved what I saw. [*]While Karaban’s jumper wasn’t on (except for the banked 3), he played like a floor leader. He also appeared to talk to Kimani more than anyone else on the white (grey?) team. [*]I thought Samson was quite active, especially on defense. Covered Karaban well. A few statement dunks and blocked a Clingan layup. Samson is a human pterodactyl. Length for days. [/LIST] [/QUOTE]

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