Gilbert commits to UConn

[ctchamps]

If Purvis and Brimah stick around for their senior seasons, this could be a special 2 years.

Looking for a different scenario. Number five this season and those guys leave while the fire is hot. KO becomes the hottest coach in college bb and top recruits fill in the vacancies.

 

[3rdbass]

If Purvis and Brimah stick around for their senior seasons, this could be a special 2 years.

Yes that will be the key for 16-17.

 

[CTBasketball]

Looking for a different scenario. Number five this season and those guys leave while the fire is hot. KO becomes the hottest coach in college bb and top recruits fill in the vacancies.

Yes that will be the key for 16-17.

I think Brimah stays. Purvis will be forced to leave if he wants a good shot at sticking in the NBA, GM's don't like 23+ year olds (i.e Sean Kilpatrick).

 

[CL82]

Via UCONN GIFs
"MRW Alterique Gilbert commits to UConn on the 4th of July." Mood:


I'm guessing this thing fell through? I set my alarm for 10:30 and everything lol
http://courtcred.com/player-news/down-south/alterique-gilbert-live-commitment-on-4th-of-july/

Somebody has to label that video with poster names.

 

[raf46]

when's the soonest he can sign?

I think the next signing period is in November. LETS GO HUSKIES !

 

[art4life]

A Happy 4th of July just got a LOT HAPPIER!!
Yeah Buddy!

 

[JimHurley]

I think Brimah stays. Purvis will be forced to leave if he wants a good shot at sticking in the NBA, GM's don't like 23+ year olds (i.e Sean Kilpatrick).

Dez Wells is 23 and expected to make the NBA roster.

 

[3rdbass]

I think Brimah stays. Purvis will be forced to leave if he wants a good shot at sticking in the NBA, GM's don't like 23+ year olds (i.e Sean Kilpatrick).

Isn't Ab already 22 also?

 

[uconNYC]

We got our new Napier and Boatright! Heck yes!!!

Or Kemba and Napier!

 

[johnhuskies95]

Isn't Ab already 22 also?

No, he's 21. Facey turns 22 in about a week though.

 

[Huskyhoops25]

I think Brimah stays. Purvis will be forced to leave if he wants a good shot at sticking in the NBA, GM's don't like 23+ year olds (i.e Sean Kilpatrick).

Do you honestly think the NBA doesn't like 23+ year olds because they are one or two years older than the typical draftee? When the average career only lasts 6 or 7 years?

 

[CTBasketball]

Do you honestly think the NBA doesn't like 23+ year olds because they are one or two years older than the typical draftee? When the average career only lasts 6 or 7 years?

Ages 19-23 gives them so much time to grow and learn how to play in the NBA. A 23 year old misses out on that growth period.

 

[Tampahusky]

This kid could have the best crossover in Uconn history . Congrats! I'm pumped.This helps me cope with the loss of VJ King.

 

[Huskyhoops25]

This kid could have the best crossover in Uconn history . Congrats! I'm pumped.

I'd have to see something really special to bypass Kemba's ankle breaker aganst Pitt.

 

[JimHurley]

Trading VJ King for Gilbert and Diallo? Sounds good to me!

 

[CGarr]

 

[dennismenace]

Thanks AG, KO and RM for making this a very memorable Fourth of July!! Non-stop excitement
over the recent months. Hope all have a great holiday!!!

 

[TIP-IN]

Nice looking shirt !

 

[Citrusdog]

If he's 5'11" he has boatright type ups:

This young man looks to be an absolute WINNER in all aspects... I am so excited to see him play - with our other terrific gets. Jalen and this man in the back court will be quite an interesting pair - maybe best in nation before it is all done...

 

[EricLA]

Add me to the chorus of fans who are super excited and also who are welcoming Alterique to our UCONN family!

 

[BUConn10]

Great little gem from the Cuse fans, the logic is impeccable. In regards to Gilbert having apparently made a remark that Cuse was his "dream" school:

"Yup -- it's actually very simple. Gilbert would likely be here if Battle didn't reopen his recruitment. Battle is our priority and Gilbert was a second option. Good luck to Gilbert. He will need it when playing the juggernaut that is the Tulane Green Wave."

 

[phillionaire]

Great little gem from the Cuse fans, the logic is impeccable. In regards to Gilbert having apparently made a remark that Cuse was his "dream" school: "Yup -- it's actually very simple. Gilbert would likely be here if Battle didn't reopen his recruitment. Battle is our priority and Gilbert was a second option. Good luck to Gilbert. He will need it when playing the juggernaut that is the Tulane Green Wave."

God those grapes are incredibly sour

 

[huskyniner]

"Yup -- it's actually very simple. Gilbert would likely be here if Battle didn't reopen his recruitment. Battle is our priority and Gilbert was a second option. Good luck to Gilbert. He will need it when playing the juggernaut that is the Tulane Green Wave."

He'll also need it when he's competing for national titles while Syracuse... is not.

 

[HuskyBballFan]

Our last couple championships have caused their fan base to question the strategy of taking 6'6" guards who leave after 2 years while our little guys stay for 4 and bring home titles. They'll be bringing the debate back by the time Alterique is done.

 

[Gurleyman]

Our last couple championships have caused their fan base to question the strategy of taking 6'6" guards who leave after 2 years while our little guys stay for 4 and bring home titles. They'll be bringing the debate back by the time Alterique is done.

They conveniently ignore that Kemba stayed 3, Lamb 2.

There's no magic strategy or formula. We just win a lot.