Geno Surprised Sky Picked KLS.

[Wbbfan1]

Geno Auriemma on Katie Lou Samuelson: ‘Where Lou is right now is probably not as important as where she can go’

“I was surprised that she went to Chicago,” he said, “because I wasn’t sure Chicago was in a position where they needed Lou to come in and play 25 minutes right away.”

chicago.suntimes.com

 

[Geew1992]

The god father is correct

 

[RockyMTblue2]

Her mom is correct too. The coach looks like something not too pretty now.

 

[RockyMTblue2]

My prediction is reinforced that Lou will be with a better fit team for her when next draft roles around and he can got 2 players he thinks he needs in a trade of Lou to a higher quality team. Be a real shame if she ended up in Seattle or Phoenix right?

 

[Carnac]

What team would be a good fit for Lou next year?

 

[Shmermerer]

What team would be a good fit for Lou next year?

Aces. Slide McBride to the 2. Plum at point and Young first off the bench. Creates 3 pt threats and space for Wilson and Cambage.

 

[DEpup]

Why not Phoenix? I think she could contribute a lot at the 3 there and be closer to home. I don't see the Aces for Lou as long as Young and McBride are there. I think LA could clean house a bit and then have room for Lou.

 

[willtalk]

Her mom is correct too. The coach looks like something not too pretty now.

Geno's statement only validates the coach not playing her more. It is critical of the GM who drafted her onto a team which really had no immediate need for her skill set. It only justifies the coaches actions, while placing the blame where it belongs- the GM who drafted her. Perhaps they expected to trade her and the deal never materialized. Maybe they can work out a deal for LA's Parker?

 

[j66kicker]

Geno's statement only validates the coach not playing her more. It is critical of the GM who drafted her onto a team which really had no immediate need for her skill set. It only justifies the coaches actions, while placing the blame where it belongs- the GM who drafted her. Perhaps they expected to trade her and the deal never materialized. Maybe they can work out a deal for LA's Parker?

James Wade is the coach and GM

 

[MilfordHusky]

I was a little puzzled by the selection too, given that Diamond was an emerging star and Gabby was on the roster. Wade chose to play Lou at the 4 and Gabby at the 1, which seemed really odd. I can see Lou as the back-up and heir-apparent to Quigley. She's 11 years younger than Allie.

 

[ochoopsfan]

What team would be a good fit for Lou next year?

Any team but Chicago.

 

[Hayven]

The best fit for KLS maybe Phoenix. Bonner is a threat anywhere on the floor, and Griner draws so much attention. This can give KLS the time and space to get off a shot.

the alternative is LA, who desperately need 3-point shooting. KLS is on a rookie contract too, which could be beneficial to LA’s payroll managing all of their veterans

 

[Jmsdawg]

I see KLS from a different viewpoint than most on this board. For me, KLS is one of the best outside shooters in WBB. So ,IMHO, KLS would fit better with a team that emphasizes trying to set her up for 3 pointers. I realize most of you will not agree but I think the Dallas Wings would be a great fit for KLS.

 

[ochoopsfan]

2 current WNBA coaches are getting a close up view of Lou, at training camp, at practice and during the game(both on the floor and on the bench).
Agler I am sure knows what he gets, hard work and BB IQ, as he has coached Karlie in both LA and Dallas.

 

[eebmg]

2 current WNBA coaches are getting a close up view of Lou, at training camp, at practice and during the game(both on the floor and on the bench).
Agler I am sure knows what he gets, hard work and BBQ, as he has coached Karlie in both LA and Dallas.

The BBQ was interesting and I did not know the Samuelson's like that food category but I think I figured it out. BB IQ.

 

[ochoopsfan]

The BBQ was interesting and I did not know the Samuelson's like that food category but I think I figured it out. BB IQ.

Believe it or not I typed BBIQ and The Boneyard must have auto correct. I edited it above by spacing the 4 letters Will I have to edit in this message too?

 

[ochoopsfan]

Believe it or not I typed BBQ and The Boneyard must have auto correct. I edited it above by spacing the 4 letters Will I have to edit in this message too?

Yes, the Boneyard will not post B B I Q, with no spaces as B B I Q with no spaces, it becomes BBQ. Or maybe it is me only?

 

[Triad]

What team would be a good fit for Lou next year?

Any team Katie Lou Samuelson may be on. KLS, is a superstar in the making, her talent and desire is among the best Uconn has ever fielded. Don't cry for Katie Lou the world, in and out of Basketball, is her oyster.

 

[Triad]

I see KLS from a different viewpoint than most on this board. For me, KLS is one of the best outside shooters in WBB. So ,IMHO, KLS would fit better with a team that emphasizes trying to set her up for 3 pointers. I realize most of you will not agree but I think the Dallas Wings would be a great fit for KLS.

You may have been correct in your observation of KLS up to her senior year. In that year she became a more well rounded players, not just a set up 3 point shooter. She did her turns under the boards, attacked the boards, dished the ball, and yes played more defense. Geno was determined to make her a more valuable WNBA player. Top talent at Uconn is ready to walk into the W because Geno prepares them for that role.

 

[DEpup]

I see KLS from a different viewpoint than most on this board. For me, KLS is one of the best outside shooters in WBB. So ,IMHO, KLS would fit better with a team that emphasizes trying to set her up for 3 pointers. I realize most of you will not agree but I think the Dallas Wings would be a great fit for KLS.

I don't disagree that they need her, I selfishly would just like her to go to a good team. I also would rather not be forced to watch Arike on the regular in order to see KLS.

 

[eebmg]

Yes, the Boneyard will not post B B I Q, with no spaces as B B I Q with no spaces, it becomes BBQ. Or maybe it is me only?

Why the desire to not have a space between BB and IQ?

 

[DEpup]

This may seem crazy but why not the Lynx... if Pheesa is their 3, why not KLS as the 2. They have historically used big 2 guards and Augustus is towards the end of her career.

 

[Waquoit]

Aces. Slide McBride to the 2. Plum at point and Young first off the bench. Creates 3 pt threats and space for Wilson and Cambage.

So you're saying she could start for a team that made the semis when she couldn't get off the bench for an inferior team?

 

[Shmermerer]

So you're saying she could start for a team that made the semis when she couldn't get off the bench for an inferior team?

Yep. That’s exactly what I’m saying. KLS is not as good as DD or Quigley period.

However, I think a natural scorer like KLS would be a better fit on the Aces. It would allow McBride to play the 2 which is where she should play and put Plum at the 1. Then let Young come in for Plum. Even though the Aces are a better team than the Sky, the Sky has way better Wings in my opinion and that’s where KLS plays.