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I wish that is the case!
I think he isn't physically fit, he can't jump at all really, and doesn't really look engaged. Don't get me wrong - he's a great high school player, but I think he maxed out his potential. The only thing he has working for him is his huge frame and his decent post moves. He overpowers people on the high school level and that's not going to work at the college level.
I hope I'm wrong but I don't see him being "the one" or the "next great big guy" at UConn. I think he would fit into Wisconsin's style of player better than ours. For some reason, every time I watch him play or see highlights, he reminds me of a less athletic Curtis Kelly.
I think his skillset makes it very unlikely that he's a bust in college. He's got a big frame, is very strong, and has very advanced footwork for a big guy. He's also gotten in much better shape recently, which was on display at the U17 championship.