Colben Landrew commits to UConn

[NJHusky]

I saw him once in IKEA in New Haven. He's maybe 6'5. I'm 6'8 and was surprised at how much taller I was than him.

But how tall r y barefoot?

 

[Tenspro2002]

The who offered who more money angle to the least interesting angle imaginable. Plus, none of you nitwits actually know who got what from who, so stop. We’re not out there offering Applebees coupons to recruits.

Also, I love this pickup. He seems like the kind of big guard who has killed us over the past 20 years. If a 6’6” 230 pound guard has to run over a 6’1” 180 pound guard, I would prefer that we have the former.

More specifically, the kind of big guard we've killed people with recently and that we were missing last year outside of McNeeley.

Newton, Spencer, and Castle overpowered people.

 

[Dove]

if you missed it here it is

Thank you, you Sonofabeach!! That was great.

Sounds like a great kid.

 

[CL82]

Welcome!

 

[HuskyHawk]

Player comps don't have to be exact as far as impact, just how the guy is built and plays.

I don't think anyone believes Colben is right now as good as Caron ended up, but he certainly fits the profile. He's a top 20 nationally ranked recruit, so the potential is there to be as good. But that physical finisher and rebounder with the ability to step out is a good comp, imo.

My player comp is Lyman DePriest with a better offensive game. Of course, I've never seen Colben play so I'm just making that up. A bit of wishful thinking. But the size is right and the description of how he plays seems to fit.

 

[Scottzer]

247 finally put in a level 6 (medium) crystal ball for us today at 1:30pm. Talk about going out on a limb.

They can’t really go all in on a school when CBS/247 is hosting his announcement. They can’t just steal his thunder.

 

[alexd]

My player comp is Lyman DePriest with a better offensive game. Of course, I've never seen Colben play so I'm just making that up. A bit of wishful thinking. But the size is right and the description of how he plays seems to fit.

Back in his day we used to say while snickering (but not a joke really), "Put in Lyman, he'll solve ALL our problems".... But really, he could guard anyone (hello Dana Barros and Shaq) and did whatever you needed for the team.

 

[Staven]

Coach Hurley and staff strike again! Love this recruit sort of reminds me of Caron Butler. Hopefully, he has a career close to Caron’s! Go Huskies!

 

[gtcam]

Nice pick-up
Usually the football/basketball combo produces solid basketballers.
Would love to see him move and groove like the NBA version of Tyrese Martin - quick and physical who can score and defend.
Welcome!!!

 

[Kolumbo]

The descriptions make Colben sound a lot like Stephon. Granted, no one is Stephon and this kid may still have some growing to do. Once he's at UConn hitting the gym hard, oh boy. Nice to see another Georgia kid come to UConn

“I would say I’m a three-level scorer. I can rebound, pass, shoot, dribble. I’m a big wing guy. And I can also bring the ball over the court too. So probably like a two, three.”

Top-20 overall recruit Colben Landrew commits to UConn

Colben Landrew, one of the top shooting guards in the the 2026 class, has committed to UConn, he told Rivals.

www.on3.com

But can he shoot the 3-ball...

 

[CardiacAndre7]

The descriptions make Colben sound a lot like Stephon. Granted, no one is Stephon and this kid may still have some growing to do. Once he's at UConn hitting the gym hard, oh boy. Nice to see another Georgia kid come to UConn

“I would say I’m a three-level scorer. I can rebound, pass, shoot, dribble. I’m a big wing guy. And I can also bring the ball over the court too. So probably like a two, three.”

Top-20 overall recruit Colben Landrew commits to UConn

Colben Landrew, one of the top shooting guards in the the 2026 class, has committed to UConn, he told Rivals.

www.on3.com

But can he shoot the 3-ball...

Reading scouting reports and watching him, his passing instincts aren’t great at this point. Steph had that from the beginning, skip passes and perfect reads. Different players as you said, but his playmaking needs work.

 

[Samoo]

The descriptions make Colben sound a lot like Stephon. Granted, no one is Stephon and this kid may still have some growing to do. Once he's at UConn hitting the gym hard, oh boy. Nice to see another Georgia kid come to UConn

“I would say I’m a three-level scorer. I can rebound, pass, shoot, dribble. I’m a big wing guy. And I can also bring the ball over the court too. So probably like a two, three.”

Top-20 overall recruit Colben Landrew commits to UConn

Colben Landrew, one of the top shooting guards in the the 2026 class, has committed to UConn, he told Rivals.

www.on3.com

But can he shoot the 3-ball...

Yeah, but no one ever misses in highlights...

He just won the 3-point contest at all-star weekend

 

[microfich]

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Welcome!

We've 'borrowed' from each other before. (2026 Recruiting: - Colben Landrew Offered)

 

[bendm]

They can’t really go all in on a school when CBS/247 is hosting his announcement. They can’t just steal his thunder.

Ive never heard someone say Crystal balls are stealing thunder. They are an institution or used to be. You can argue trilly bombs are stealing thunder since he has a big following and everyone knows who they’re about but no one seems to have a problem with those. And What zanetto did is definitely stealing thunder. Otherwise just get rid of the crystal balls.

 

[husky429]

The descriptions make Colben sound a lot like Stephon. Granted, no one is Stephon and this kid may still have some growing to do. Once he's at UConn hitting the gym hard, oh boy. Nice to see another Georgia kid come to UConn

“I would say I’m a three-level scorer. I can rebound, pass, shoot, dribble. I’m a big wing guy. And I can also bring the ball over the court too. So probably like a two, three.”

Top-20 overall recruit Colben Landrew commits to UConn

Colben Landrew, one of the top shooting guards in the the 2026 class, has committed to UConn, he told Rivals.

www.on3.com

But can he shoot the 3-ball...

He doesn't play much like Steph at all. Less lead guard skills. Finishing package not as refined. Better shooter. Combo guard vs small forward skillset

 

[CL82]

Back in his day we used to say while snickering (but not a joke really), "Put in Lyman, he'll solve ALL our problems".... But really, he could guard anyone (hello Dana Barros and Shaq) and did whatever you needed for the team.

For those who became UConn fans after his tenure, they have no idea what an impact player he was. It was like dropping a grenade into opposing teams offensive sets.

 

[navery12]

Ive never heard someone say Crystal balls are stealing thunder. They are an institution or used to be. You can argue trilly bombs are stealing thunder since he has a big following and everyone knows who they’re about but no one seems to have a problem with those. And What zanetto did is definitely stealing thunder. Otherwise just get rid of the crystal balls.

People have said it for awhile, especially about Trilly. He's gotten a ton of flack about his gifs which is why you see him dropping the gifs and predictions much closer to the actual announcements.

But the point here is that 247 is not going to take away money and views from their own personal announcement show. They're getting money from advertisements and everything, they want as many people tuning in to Landrew's actual announcement.

 

[CL82]

We've 'borrowed' from each other before. (2026 Recruiting: - Colben Landrew Offered)

I missed this (I think). Great minds think alike, am I right? 😁

 

[microfich]

I missed this (I think). Great minds think alike, am I right? 😁

Who could ever disagree? 😜

 

[ucp990411]

Back in his day we used to say while snickering (but not a joke really), "Put in Lyman, he'll solve ALL our problems".... But really, he could guard anyone (hello Dana Barros and Shaq) and did whatever you needed for the team.

If he is Lyman with offense he will be my favorite Husky ever. Loved Lyman. Not a bit of back down in his game.

 

[bjc42]

My player comp is Lyman DePriest with a better offensive game. Of course, I've never seen Colben play so I'm just making that up. A bit of wishful thinking. But the size is right and the description of how he plays seems to fit.

3 ppg is not exactly a big endorsement for the kid lol

 

[superjohn]

3 ppg is not exactly a big endorsement for the kid lol

Yes but he was a great defender and he shot 40% from the free throw line.

 

[Lafayette]

Lyman is a tough comp - all world defensive player. I remember him pre leg injury and can say better D than Castle.

But this has nothing to do with Mingo. Mingo is #6 on 247 and a combo guard. A wing won’t decommit when a guard commits.

County might but as a shooting guard he will not be starting if Solo stays anyway.

Now if Demary stays Mingo would have the Malachi role which is yet to be seen.

 

[CardiacAndre7]

Lyman is a tough comp - all world defensive player. I remember him pre leg injury and can say better D than Castle.

But this has nothing to do with Mingo. Mingo is #6 on 247 and a combo guard. A wing won’t decommit when a guard commits.

County might but as a shooting guard he will not be starting if Solo stays anyway.

Now if Demary stays Mingo would have the Malachi role which is yet to be seen.

It simply ain’t happening

 

[HuskyHawk]

If he is Lyman with offense he will be my favorite Husky ever. Loved Lyman. Not a bit of back down in his game.

3 ppg is not exactly a big endorsement for the kid lol

Yes, but it's the idea of Lyman with offense that appeals. Size, build, tenacity, fearlessness, willingness to take contact, that's the stuff in common. Obviously expecting more than 3 ppg.