Daniels/Boatright Decision

[Chief00]

I don't understand who would even tell him would be late first round.

“You hear a lot of stuff, but you don’t really know until you get there and get through it,” Boatright said. “I’ve heard anywhere from late first round all the way to not drafted.”

http://beaconnews.suntimes.com/spor...right-facing-a-big-decision.html#.U1bbeFeTbjs

Boatshow considered leaving after his Freshman year.

 

[BigErnMcCracken]

I've been assuming since 4/7 that both were gone. I'd be shocked if Boatright decided to come back, I'd be less surprised if DeAndre did, and that's got nothing to do with their respective chances at getting drafted. Boat's been flirting with this since he was a freshman.

 

[tcf15]

I remember Boat saying that they (him and DD) came in together and they're gonna leave together. This was either at the beginning of the season or end of last year. Selfishly, I just hope they don't leave until next year.

 

[aceboon]

I don't understand who would even tell him would be late first round.

“You hear a lot of stuff, but you don’t really know until you get there and get through it,” Boatright said. “I’ve heard anywhere from late first round all the way to not drafted.”

http://beaconnews.suntimes.com/spor...right-facing-a-big-decision.html#.U1bbeFeTbjs

he's been saying that since the end of his freshmen season so at this point you can't really take it seriously. There isn't a GM alive that told KO he would go first round.

 

[tzznandrew]

I've been assuming since 4/7 that both were gone. I'd be shocked if Boatright decided to come back, I'd be less surprised if DeAndre did, and that's got nothing to do with their respective chances at getting drafted. Boat's been flirting with this since he was a freshman.

I remember JC saying something like "Daniels took an extra prep year to make sure he was sufficiently prepared for college ball." So I don't think it would be a surprise if he came back. And the basic points being made about Boat are also right on.

 

[Kembacity]

I'd say them not being at Fenway has more to do with there being less than a week to the deadline rather than they're definitely gone. Big decision to make...

 

[TheChamps990411]

I think both kids should do what they think is best for them and their family and if that decision is to leave to play proffessionally then i wish them the best. They owe us nothing because they gave us everything this season and i for one am thankful they decided to be huskies in the first place.

That being said my non biased strictly basketball side tells me neither kid should go because neither is ready. Boat likely isnt getting drafted and DD will be in the Dleague next year. My thing is this are either of these two players better than what bazz was after his junior year? I say absolutely not. Bazz went from a second rounder to possibly lower end of the lottery and i think Boat and DD could both improve their stock as well. I think the benefit of staying will help them more in the long run than going now.

 

[TheChamps990411]

I say BoatShow ends up staying.. Not too certain about De'Andre... He showed a lot of folks what he is capable of on the basketball court in the tournament. I wish he stays though...

If they both stay, we got a shot at 'Shocking the World" again...

You still havent learned after `11 and `14? This is UCONN and we always have a shot if we`re allowed to dance.

 

[Chief00]

I'm sure you have the scoop, lol.

I think I do. Boat's logic is just that but he did his job and played great D in the F4. I wish him the best in the NBA Draft.

 

[Walker11]

Boat made many comments alluding to coming back throughout the season, as did his high school coach. He realizes the benefits of being the man for a season. I think DD is gone though and good for him.

 

[ctkaiser]

There has been a pretty shocking lack of coverage from the national guys on the national champions two most important potential returnees. I guess they are too busy crowning Duke and Kentucky for winning the recruiting war or something? Or doing write ups on guys who average 2 points and 1 rebound announcing they are returning?

In any case, with only 4 days left to the deadline to declare is there ANY information out there as to when they will announce or which way they are leaning?

National media are still focused on what Kentucky and Florida did wrong against UConn in the games they lost! Probably also more interested in the next one and dones at Kentucky as well.

 

[ctkaiser]

Boat made many comments alluding to coming back throughout the season, as did his high school coach. He realizes the benefits of being the man for a season. I think DD is gone though and good for him.

Saw him projected as a mid 2nd rounder which means no guaranteed contract and depending on the team that may pick him could mean a lot of time in the D League.

 

[August_West]

While Ryan may have had family pressure to leave, I thought Ollie could make the giving you the keys sale. But, unless something changes that did not carry the day. Agents have been known to givec kids money quickly so they can't go back before announcement.

That's what scares me about Boat being in Chicago all weekend. Every time I think of him in that city I have bad flashbacks with the term " improper benefits" floating in my admittedly feeble mind. we lost him twice in his freshman season to that term.

I really hope he comes back, but understand and wish him the world if he decides to go out.

 

[tcf15]

http://courantblogs.com/uconn-men/f...e-ballpark-notes-quotes-thoughts-from-fenway/

Also absent were Ryan Boatright, DeAndre Daniels and Omar Calhoun. It would be easy to read into that. Is it a sign that Daniels and Boatright are leaving for the NBA Draft? It could be, sure. But we also know that it is very important that players to catch up with school work, especially if they are leaving, and finish the spring semester satisfactorily to keep the program out of APR trouble. Since I’m asked all the time, I’ll say this: I think Boatright and Daniels are leaning toward leaving, but could still determine otherwise this week. One way or another, we’ll know by the end of this week.

 

[Jerry1714]

I think I do. Boat's logic is just that but he did his job and played great D in the F4. I wish him the best in the NBA Draft.

You also claimed to have the scoop on Calhoun to BC.......

 

[Fishy]

I believe they're both going to declare for the draft.

 

[Leebo]

I think I do. Boat's logic is just that but he did his job and played great D in the F4. I wish him the best in the NBA Draft.

We're all waiting on the edge of our seats for you to reveal your sources.

 

[CAHUSKY]

I don't understand who would even tell him would be late first round.

“You hear a lot of stuff, but you don’t really know until you get there and get through it,” Boatright said. “I’ve heard anywhere from late first round (his buddies and/or disreputable agent runners) all the way to not drafted. (Ollie, JC and other sensible individuals)”

I hope Ryan listens to the guys who know their stuff. The NBA draft ain't happenin for him this year. If he wants to make a great living playing hoops overseas I don't begrudge him at all but I really hope he isn't declaring because he thinks he's going to be a late first rounder. I'm a big supporter of those who think he won us a title and doesn't owe us a thing but I really hope he is making a reality based decision and not one influenced by folks who don't have enough info to give him good guidance.

 

[AZHuskiePop]

I think if both were lottery picks or even sure first rounders it would be different. But Daniels is a border line first round pick if you think he is focused enough. Boatright is borderline 2nd round. What are people going to speculate? Guys in that level are a dime a dozen. If Daniels goes, someone might get a bargain.

Boat is not getting any taller only older.
His time is now unless he actually needs the degree.
Daniels can improve by coming back but his skill sets are pure NBA.

 

[johnhuskies95]

I believe they're both going to declare for the draft.

Bummer.

 

[donyell34]

I do believe after reading all the posts here and trying to read the tea leaves that both are gone. Wish them the best if this happens and hoping i'm wrong and they or at least one of them come back if not both.

 

[UConn17]

I really do hope Boat and Daniels make the best decision for themselves and their family, and I believe that is coming back to Uconn. However, if the two leave/declare, this will allow others like Kentan and Tsam to gain valuable experience, setting us up for a run in 2015-2016, where I think we have a better chance for number 5 than next year with Boat and Daniels

 

[djct1999]

not to get ahead of myself, but does anyone know how the staff will use the 2 schollies?

 

[Vuce]

I hope Ryan listens to the guys who know their stuff. The NBA draft ain't happenin for him this year. If he wants to make a great living playing hoops overseas I don't begrudge him at all but I really hope he isn't declaring because he thinks he's going to be a late first rounder. I'm a big supporter of those who think he won us a title and doesn't owe us a thing but I really hope he is making a reality based decision and not one influenced by folks who don't have enough info to give him good guidance.

That is what I was thinking. I wish them both the best whatever they decide. But Boat "declaring" for the draft is meaningless because he is not getting drafted. I would just hate to see Boat not stick anywhere and just flounder somewhere. He could play in Europe or China for sure.

 

[dogpause]

[quote="...Also absent were Ryan Boatright, DeAndre Daniels and Omar Calhoun. It would be easy to read into that. ....[/quote]

Maybe they just hate the Red Sox. Lots of people do.