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Borges practice box score

My wife was there, her (high level) thoughts:
  • Was impressed most by Mullins, Furphy, and Stewie.
  • Karaban was Karaban, with more muscle.
  • Liked what she saw from Koroma
  • Demary is going to be solid
  • Still wasn't impressed with Jayden, thought baby brother was better. He just can't seem to get out of his own head.
  • The new players were gassed, need conditioning.
 
uconn_jack said:
My wife was there, her (high level) thoughts:
  • Was impressed most by Mullins, Furphy, and Stewie.
  • Karaban was Karaban, with more muscle.
  • Liked what she saw from Koroma
  • Demary is going to be solid
  • Still wasn't impressed with Jayden, thought baby brother was better. He just can't seem to get out of his own head.
  • The new players were gassed, need conditioning.
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bendm said:
Really don’t like that AK was far and away the leading scorer…we saw what happened last year when he had to be the focal point of the offense. Hoping he’ll be 4th or 5th in scoring behind Ball, Reed, and Mullins and/or Silas
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I don't think it's appropriate to make these comments after 1 summer practice scrimmage. Let's wait until at least December before you can make a comment like that.
 
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Had the chance to attend today as well. Couple quick hitters:

  • Reibe did some no contact pick n pop drills prior to the scrimmage, shot looks smooth. A lot of potential for 5 out with him in.
  • Mullins shooting is as good as advertised. Him and Solo were going back and forth, both elite.
  • Gonna be hard to keep Furphy off the court. Not the quickest but could see him initiating offense as he played really well in the pick n roll and his passes were on time and on point.
  • You could tell Silas was really catering to running the team and facilitating. Towards the end of the scrimmage he was more aggressive and got to the rim for good layups pretty easily.
  • Alec is no slouch, he filled in for the backup PG role sans Malachi and was confident in running the offense and quick enough to break down the D at times. Never hurts to have insurance in that area as we found out last year.
  • Hurley said they may add an additional C from international ranks for upcoming season.
  • Alex played free and benefitted from great looks closer to what he was getting in 2023 season but more volume. Also hit some nice 3s off the dribble.
  • Tarris had a huge size advantage over Koroma and exploited that well. Curious how the battles with Reibe will go.
  • Jaylin was aggressive and didnt settle for as many 3s, but struggled finishing at the rim. Overall liked his mindset and shot selection even though shots werent going in.
  • Spoke with Dan, re-confirmed blue connecticut throwbacks happening. Grey jerseys no longer a thing apparently.
  • Dan mentioned he wanted to do Mich state exhibition game because he didnt like the way last year’s schedule/team transitioned to the step up in high major games (aka maui)
 
HooperScooper said:
I don't think it's appropriate to make these comments after 1 summer practice scrimmage. Let's wait until at least December before you can make a comment like that.
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He also took almost 2x as many shots as the next guy…
 
bendm said:
He also took almost 2x as many shots as the next guy…
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Again, in a summer practice scrimmage. And if I take as much out of that as you are, I think I'm happy with him scoring 26 ppg on efficient shooting. You wouldn't be?

Let's see what happens in November and December. Plus, I think he learned a lot last year.
 
Jumpman62114 said:
Had the chance to attend today as well. Couple quick hitters:

  • Reibe did some no contact pick n pop drills prior to the scrimmage, shot looks smooth. A lot of potential for 5 out with him in.
  • Mullins shooting is as good as advertised. Him and Solo were going back and forth, both elite.
  • Gonna be hard to keep Furphy off the court. Not the quickest but could see him initiating offense as he played really well in the pick n roll and his passes were on time and on point.
  • You could tell Silas was really catering to running the team and facilitating. Towards the end of the scrimmage he was more aggressive and got to the rim for good layups pretty easily.
  • Alec is no slouch, he filled in for the backup PG role sans Malachi and was confident in running the offense and quick enough to break down the D at times. Never hurts to have insurance in that area as we found out last year.
  • Hurley said they may add an additional C from international ranks for upcoming season.
  • Alex played free and benefitted from great looks closer to what he was getting in 2023 season but more volume. Also hit some nice 3s off the dribble.
  • Tarris had a huge size advantage over Koroma and exploited that well. Curious how the battles with Reibe will go.
  • Jaylin was aggressive and didnt settle for as many 3s, but struggled finishing at the rim. Overall liked his mindset and shot selection even though shots werent going in.
  • Spoke with Dan, re-confirmed blue connecticut throwbacks happening. Grey jerseys no longer a thing apparently.
  • Dan mentioned he wanted to do Mich state exhibition game because he didnt like the way last year’s schedule/team transitioned to the step up in high major games (aka maui)
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Any thoughts on Ross? Previous poster said he still looks stuck in his head. May be realizing he came back to struggle to get any minutes and pressing but who knows.

Couldn’t agree more you can only take so much off a July scrimmage.
 
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Good to see some size and quickness on the perimeter on both ends. That ultimately killed last years team.
 
Tarris hit a three as the shot clock ran out-- Hurley was not happy
RuffRuff said:
Three 3's for Mullins based on the math. Would also suggest Tarris nailed a three. Ross had 2. Millender's number make no sense, so something is screwy here.

Top 4 scorers are who'd you hope for, exception being Demary. We need him to be great. Who was guarding Tarris?
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RuffRuff said:
Any thoughts on Ross? Previous poster said he still looks stuck in his head. May be realizing he came back to struggle to get any minutes and pressing but who knows.

Couldn’t agree more you can only take so much off a July scrimmage.
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I hate to say it but I kind of agree. His shot selection was good but he didnt convert much on the looks. Did play better in fast break situations. Its very early and we dont know how new guys will perform under the bright lights but Ross will have to outcompete Mullins, and Furphy for min and thats a tough order.
 
husky429 said:
Most indications point to Mullins at the 3
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Hurley said he's a starter and then walked it back a bit saying he'll have to earn it. We had hoped as much, but it's good to hear where he is. Love seeing Alex with 26 points. It makes me feel like he came in focused and on a mission.
 
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Love to hear that Mullin can score off the dribble and I know I saw the sneaky hops. He is going to be a star…also I see Furphy finding minutes because he may be the best passer on the team. I have not seem all of our players in extended action but from what I saw from Furphy in the FIBA games is that he has great court vision uses angles to find passing lanes and when we need to get a easy basket from Tarris he is a good bet to make the entry pass.
 
Hunt for 7 said:
Love to hear that Mullin can score off the dribble and I know I saw the sneaky hops. He is going to be a star…also I see Furphy finding minutes because he may be the best passer on the team. I have not seem all of our players in extended action but from what I saw from Furphy in the FIBA games is that he has great court vision uses angles to find passing lanes and when we need to get a easy basket from Tarris he is a good bet to make the entry pass.
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And defend. Obviously early but sounds like based on upside his role to lose.
 
The more I think about it the more I think we need that international backup center if Reed goes down unlikely as it may be. That is the last piece. I’m also tempering my expectations not to expect too much too soon as Hurley gets this team playing his kind of defense. Our early pre BE schedule is unforgiving this year so just penciling victories would be wrong IMO.
 
All I know is that November feels like it is years away. I love the speculation and we sure do look good on paper.

A buff Alex so he can pound down low….and I do find it interesting that he changed his body in this way. We know he has a long reach so we may see a true stretch four with Alex this year. There is so much we don’t know about how Hurley sees the roles of each of his players.

Mullins and Hurley’s description matching what many of us saw in his highlights. Great shooter can create off the dribble and sneaky hops. A perfect three IMO.

I man of a PG in Demary. Who can score at all three levels and can lock you down defensively.

A super shooter in Ball. Who I expect to be more of a threat offensively he will have a right hand this year when he is close to the basket.

Tarris the bear. With guards who are big enough and know how to make entry passes.

Reibe a polished 7 footer who is getting advice from Dirk N.

And Stewart and Ross one of who is going to be one of the biggest surprises on the team. I am confident one if not both will show big improvement in their game.

And a “dingo” Huskie in Furphy.

If this all comes together watch out….
 
Pre-season games will be fun to watch - Hurley like a chef trying all kinds of ingredient combinations.

When this team finally "clicks" it is going to be special.

For this practice it's not the box score - it's Hurley's comments that have weight.
 
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Jumpman62114 said:
Had the chance to attend today as well. Couple quick hitters:

  • Reibe did some no contact pick n pop drills prior to the scrimmage, shot looks smooth. A lot of potential for 5 out with him in.
  • Mullins shooting is as good as advertised. Him and Solo were going back and forth, both elite.
  • Gonna be hard to keep Furphy off the court. Not the quickest but could see him initiating offense as he played really well in the pick n roll and his passes were on time and on point.
  • You could tell Silas was really catering to running the team and facilitating. Towards the end of the scrimmage he was more aggressive and got to the rim for good layups pretty easily.
  • Alec is no slouch, he filled in for the backup PG role sans Malachi and was confident in running the offense and quick enough to break down the D at times. Never hurts to have insurance in that area as we found out last year.
  • Hurley said they may add an additional C from international ranks for upcoming season.
  • Alex played free and benefitted from great looks closer to what he was getting in 2023 season but more volume. Also hit some nice 3s off the dribble.
  • Tarris had a huge size advantage over Koroma and exploited that well. Curious how the battles with Reibe will go.
  • Jaylin was aggressive and didnt settle for as many 3s, but struggled finishing at the rim. Overall liked his mindset and shot selection even though shots werent going in.
  • Spoke with Dan, re-confirmed blue connecticut throwbacks happening. Grey jerseys no longer a thing apparently.
  • Dan mentioned he wanted to do Mich state exhibition game because he didnt like the way last year’s schedule/team transitioned to the step up in high major games (aka maui)
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How did the day itself go/flow for the "fans"? Going on 8/8 just curious what the schedule was, where you watched from, how many ppl, etc. Thanks!
 
NotADime89 said:
How did the day itself go/flow for the "fans"? Going on 8/8 just curious what the schedule was, where you watched from, how many ppl, etc. Thanks!
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Doors opened at 10:30 and the actual practice started around 11. Two rows of sideline “courtside seats” maybe 50-60 people total. Practice was majority scrimmage on 7/25, Luke coached white team and Kimani coached blue. Sitting front row and hearing Kimani’s timeout “constructive criticism” was entertaining. After the scrimmage the tours began in groups before concluding with the lunch. Overall was a lot of fun, great picture/video opportunities other than during the practice session. Facility is amazing.
 
Jumpman62114 said:
Doors opened at 10:30 and the actual practice started around 11. Two rows of sideline “courtside seats” maybe 50-60 people total. Practice was majority scrimmage on 7/25, Luke coached white team and Kimani coached blue. Sitting front row and hearing Kimani’s timeout “constructive criticism” was entertaining. After the scrimmage the tours began in groups before concluding with the lunch. Overall was a lot of fun, great picture/video opportunities other than during the practice session. Facility is amazing.
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Awesome can't wait! Thanks for the info!
 
Jumpman62114 said:
Doors opened at 10:30 and the actual practice started around 11. Two rows of sideline “courtside seats” maybe 50-60 people total. Practice was majority scrimmage on 7/25, Luke coached white team and Kimani coached blue. Sitting front row and hearing Kimani’s timeout “constructive criticism” was entertaining. After the scrimmage the tours began in groups before concluding with the lunch. Overall was a lot of fun, great picture/video opportunities other than during the practice session. Facility is amazing.
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Guessing lunch is why they had the tables set up in the lobby by the big screen? I was hanging out there earlier in the day. Looked like they were making some good food
 
If I lived in CT and the practices were open to the general public I would probably go to everyone of them. Would love to get an in person look at some of the new players.

I have watched a lot of basketball and nothing beats watching these kids practice if you are trying to have any legitimate opinion on how they will fit. You see so much more in person especially how they carry themselves when they are not on the court. The way they warm up just so much of the little stuff that as a rabid fan I would find so interesting.
 
Hunt for 7 said:
If I lived in CT and the practices were open to the general public I would probably go to everyone of them. Would love to get an in person look at some of the new players.

I have watched a lot of basketball and nothing beats watching these kids practice if you are trying to have any legitimate opinion on how they will fit. You see so much more in person especially how they carry themselves when they are not on the court. The way they warm up just so much of the little stuff that as a rabid fan I would find so interesting.
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ie you could see Mahaney looked and felt out of place immediately during open practice last year. It stood out.
 
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