How about Sid?

[Husky25]

I was paying more attention to the Patriots game, but he seemed to rebound well. I feel like Sid is a guy who isn’t being used in this scheme. That lob thread is an example, run several plays a game with Sid and Akok cutting diagonally to the rim and they would score.

So, yes, he’s disappointing. His skills have not improved as they should have by now. But I don’t think we are doing our best to put him in position to succeed. Sure he stood in the corner, the way all our players do. That’s on Hurley. Stop running that 5 out offense without the players that can make it work. Sid should be flashing across the baseline constantly.

Yeah, maybe if they stopped trying to win games for the benefit of showcasing a player or two...

It is possible that Wilson just hasn't bought in to the scheme as others have. Why is that on Hurley? The rotation at the moments is very guard heavy (who are quite productive), with Whaley spelling the front court. I think it is up to Wilson to break into that. Not the other way around.

 

[HuskyHawk]

Yeah, maybe if they stopped trying to win games for the benefit of showcasing a player or two...

It is possible that Wilson just hasn't bought in to the scheme as others have. Why is that on Hurley? The rotation at the moments is very guard heavy (who are quite productive), with Whaley spelling the front court. I think it is up to Wilson to break into that. Not the other way around.

Bah. We'd win more games if we stopped trying to do everything from outside. It's a losing formula against good teams as we saw vs. IU. Bigs don't score on their own, they need to receive the ball. And when your offense calls for a non outside-shooting big to stand outside then he has no chance to be productive on offense.

I'm not saying Sid can't do more and play better. He definitely can. But like Carlton, he can't do it unless the offense involves him.

 

[freescooter]

Sid is an aau player. And a very good athlete. The problem he has is the he no longer can out athletic the guys on the other team. Every year there seems to be a player that people decide is better than the evidence indicates. Sid is the 2019-2020 example.

 

[Husky25]

Bah. We'd win more games if we stopped trying to do everything from outside. It's a losing formula against good teams as we saw vs. IU. Bigs don't score on their own, they need to receive the ball. And when your offense calls for a non outside-shooting big to stand outside then he has no chance to be productive on offense.

I'm not saying Sid can't do more and play better. He definitely can. But like Carlton, he can't do it unless the offense involves him.

Carlton flashes to the top of the key for a pick and hand off to start the offense but it looks like he was focused on being closer to the basket more. At 6-7, Wilson would be one of the 4 on the outside. He had a rebound yesterday when he first got into the game, but not too much after that.

Wilson went from starting 6 games and averaging nearly 19 minutes as a RSFr to a DNPCD and mop up time vs. team just to this side of the D1/D2 relegation line. Wilson is in the doghouse. It is what it is, but it's not as if Hurley hasn't made his path to escape known. Seems to be up to Wilson to show him in (and out of, evidently.) practice.

Separate question; but related: From whom would Wilson take minutes? Bouk and Gaffney (who is becoming my favorite player) are getting sixth man minutes, and rightfully so and Adams is proving himself worthy. Wilson's size suggests stretch 4 at best and Springs' redshirt leaves Whaley as the only somewhat capable backup big man with length.

 

[polycom]

Carlton flashes to the top of the key for a pick and hand off to start the offense but it looks like he was focused on being closer to the basket more. At 6-7, Wilson would be one of the 4 on the outside. He had a rebound yesterday when he first got into the game, but not too much after that.

Wilson went from starting 6 games and averaging nearly 19 minutes as a RSFr to a DNPCD and mop up time vs. team just to this side of the D1/D2 relegation line. Wilson is in the doghouse. It is what it is, but it's not as if Hurley hasn't made his path to escape known. Seems to be up to Wilson to show him in (and out of, evidently.) practice.

Separate question; but related: From whom would Wilson take minutes? Bouk and Gaffney (who is becoming my favorite player) are getting sixth man minutes, and rightfully so and Adams is proving himself worthy. Wilson's size suggests stretch 4 at best and Springs' redshirt leaves Whaley as the only somewhat capable backup big man with length.

Until Sid becomes deAndre Daniels he isn't stealing minutes from anyone.

 

[HuskylnSC]

I went back and rewatched Sid’s 8 minutes. He never once got into a defensive stance. He did not cut hard one time but jogged to the corner. Twice his man scored layups when Sid turned his back He never once crashed the boards for a rebound. Once when Polly was fighting for a rebound Sid turned around and the ball landed behind him. If he had just continued watching Polly fight he would of had the ball. On offense he predominantly stood casually in the corner never calling for the ball or sliding to a more advantageous position.

This game was ostensibly a bridge game to keep players sharp. Dan Hurley split the minutes fairly evenly so everyone would get some work in. It was a great opportunity for Sid to show some effort. He didn’t and a tremendous athlete is possibly sabotage his own career.

I’m just an old guy watching TV, but watching Sid was depressing.

 

[uchusky32]

Until Sid becomes deAndre Daniels he isn't stealing minutes from anyone.

Hasn't shown he will do what it takes to be DD. He's been here 3 years and he hasn't committed to improving his shot. This is not the first time Dan Hurley has talked about what Sid needs to do.

 

[Vancat]

His body language was very...soft. Looked uninspired and lackadaisical. That ain't gonna work here.

 

[mauconnfan]

He got beat on a back door he was slow on soon after he checked in. Agree with all of the above he's not engaged as someone who is vying for minutes should be. Don't like to predict things but unless he changes his attitude there could be another scholly available for '20. He doesn't seem to be very happy and we know Dan Hurley knows this.

 

[businesslawyer]

He got beat on a back door he was slow on soon after he checked in. Agree with all of the above he's not engaged as someone who is vying for minutes should be. Don't like to predict things but unless he changes his attitude there could be another scholly available for '20. He doesn't seem to be very happy and we know Dan Hurley knows this.

Next year, hopefully, we will have 13 scholarship players available. That means that at least 3 aren't going to get meaningful minutes, and that the 9 or 10 who are are going to have to not just not hurt the team when in but help it more than others. With no forwards or centers leaving, and a 3 and a 5 coming in, there will not be minutes for Sid unless he makes far more of a positive impact than he's currently making when on the floor.

 

[Tenspro2002]

Next year, hopefully, we will have 13 scholarship players available. That means that at least 3 aren't going to get meaningful minutes, and that the 9 or 10 who are are going to have to not just not hurt the team when in but help it more than others. With no forwards or centers leaving, and a 3 and a 5 coming in, there will not be minutes for Sid unless he makes far more of a positive impact than he's currently making when on the floor.

Of all of the KO holdovers, he's probably the one who most fit the previous regime's style -- athletic wing who can supposedly do a little of everything but in practice doesn't do anything well enough (Larrier 2.0) -- and least fits with Hurley's style.

Hurley himself said that he doesn't have an identity on the offensive end. He's not a shooter, he's not a ballhandler, he's not a slasher. What does he bring? The best comparison I can think of is Marcus Johnson, except not quite as impactful on defense.

 

[Dabutlerdidit]

and the 3/4 positions will only be more crowded and more talented next year..

 

[Chief00]

Next year, hopefully, we will have 13 scholarship players available. That means that at least 3 aren't going to get meaningful minutes, and that the 9 or 10 who are are going to have to not just not hurt the team when in but help it more than others. With no forwards or centers leaving, and a 3 and a 5 coming in, there will not be minutes for Sid unless he makes far more of a positive impact than he's currently making when on the floor.

Akok has raised the bar. This kid is a serious dude. I saw a couple of passes last game that impressed me. He keeps expanding his game. Additionally, Akok is aligned with his coaching staff in what they are trying to accomplish. His blocks are impressive and plant seeds in his opponent’s heads.

 

[VindiKate]

Majok Ajou Wrenn Marcus Johnson it ain’t easy being green, I mean living up to the hype

 

[husky429]

Of all of the KO holdovers, he's probably the one who most fit the previous regime's style -- athletic wing who can supposedly do a little of everything but in practice doesn't do anything well enough (Larrier 2.0) -- and least fits with Hurley's style.

Hurley himself said that he doesn't have an identity on the offensive end. He's not a shooter, he's not a ballhandler, he's not a slasher. What does he bring? The best comparison I can think of is Marcus Johnson, except not quite as impactful on defense.

Hurley recruited him hard at uri. Athletic 3s and 4s with the ability to block shots and Hurley's bread and butter. Sid fits exactly what Hurley wants--he just isn't in it mentally.

 

[jibsey]

His sheer athleticism means he will have flashes at times but I don’t see him being more than a fill in here ever.

 

[imno1]

Hurley recruited him hard at uri. Athletic 3s and 4s with the ability to block shots and Hurley's bread and butter. Sid fits exactly what Hurley wants--he just isn't in it mentally.

Sid's athletic but he's not very good at basketball.

 

[husky429]

Sid's athletic but he's not very good at basketball.

That also isn't my point. The idea that Sid while being recruited didn't fit Hurley's system is completely wrong. is the point I'm making.

 

[mauconnfan]

Sid's athletic but he's not very good at basketball.

He's a 6'5 Brimah. There's a lot more need for a 7' Brimah than a 6'5 same type of player. Natural instincts just not there for the game and once again makes it very difficult to be consistent or really good in any way. But I will throw that comparison out the window when it comes to effort because he is not even close to Amida in that sense.

 

[Dream Jobbed 2.0]

Akok has drivers turning around when they get to the paint like Hasheem and Okafor used to. He’s a different breed.

 

[HuskyHawk]

Hurley recruited him hard at uri. Athletic 3s and 4s with the ability to block shots and Hurley's bread and butter. Sid fits exactly what Hurley wants--he just isn't in it mentally.

I'm not sure who's fault it is, probably Sid's but maybe not entirely. When I talk about motion and the kind of offense Sid can flourish in, I'm talking about him doing exactly what Tatum did on this play. I want to see that from Polley, Akok and Adams as well. And next year from Jackson (although I envision him in the Hayward role on this play). When AG gets to the foul line the wings need to do this.

 

[Huskybass]

Hurley recruited him hard at uri. Athletic 3s and 4s with the ability to block shots and Hurley's bread and butter. Sid fits exactly what Hurley wants--he just isn't in it mentally.

Gotta disagree here. Look at Brendan Adams productivity relative to Sid's. Sid doesn't fit what Hurley wants despite being very athletic. It's not just mental, it's a lack of any sort of distinct skill set. As mentioned above, what is it on offense that Sid does really well?

 

[husky429]

I'm not sure who's fault it is, probably Sid's but maybe not entirely. When I talk about motion and the kind of offense Sid can flourish in, I'm talking about him doing exactly what Tatum did on this play. I want to see that from Polley, Akok and Adams as well. And next year from Jackson (although I envision him in the Hayward role on this play). When AG gets to the foul line the wings need to do this.

The reason that play works is because hayward and tatum are both 3 level scorers and have the ability to handle the ball. Sid does not have those skills. Or any ofensive skills.

Hurley will draw him plays of he demonstrates that he has the ability to make decisions are game speed and that he has improved his skill level to compete with his younger teammates.

 

[husky429]

Gotta disagree here. Look at Brendan Adams productivity relative to Sid's. Sid doesn't fit what Hurley wants despite being very athletic. It's not just mental, it's a lack of any sort of distinct skill set. As mentioned above, what is it on offense that Sid does really well?

By mentally I mean he doesn't have the mentality to get better. Adams is a grinder. Same with Akok. Mentally they are desperate to improve and to win.

I know for a fact both those guys bust their butts in the gym. Sid does not. I have heard rumors and Hurley all but confirmed them.

 

[Kathy]

Hurley recruited him hard at uri. Athletic 3s and 4s with the ability to block shots and Hurley's bread and butter. Sid fits exactly what Hurley wants--he just isn't in it mentally.

Has seem a little lost and indecisive since his mom died - committing to St John's to be close to home then changing his mind on that. Coming to UConn and sitting a year. Coaching change. Lots going on outside of basketball.

 

[Chief00]

Has seem a little lost and indecisive since his mom died - committing to St John's to be close to home then changing his mind on that. Coming to UConn and sitting a year. Coaching change. Lots going on outside of basketball.

Unfortunately, college careers are short. He’s been on campus 2.5 years, although that’s not entirely true because he went home during the summer when other dudes stayed, improved their game and got stronger. I guess that actually sums it up.

 

[Son of Robert]

Unfortunately, college careers are short. He’s been on campus 2.5 years, although that’s not entirely true because he went home during the summer when other dudes stayed, improved their game and got stronger. I guess that actually sums it up.

Not going out of my way to correct this, but I think Sid Wilson was here this summer working hard with his teammates. Dude is getting beat on enough in the Boneyard, I would rather have his back and hope he turns the corner this year.

 

[Doctor Hoop]

Hurley recruited him hard at uri. Athletic 3s and 4s with the ability to block shots and Hurley's bread and butter. Sid fits exactly what Hurley wants--he just isn't in it mentally.

Sid's athletic but he's not very good at basketball.

Just because Hurley recruited him at URI doesn't automatically confer basketball ability. All coaches make recruiting errors. Yes, even Calhoun did. You see a future something in a kid that never materializes. It happens.

Personally I prefer athletic 3's and 4's who can knock down shots, not only dunks, and play hard on defense all the time.

 

[husky429]

Just because Hurley recruited him at URI doesn't automatically confer basketball ability. All coaches make recruiting errors. Yes, even Calhoun did. You see a future something in a kid that never materializes. It happens.

Personally I prefer athletic 3's and 4's who can knock down shots, not only dunks, and play hard on defense all the time.

I was replying to someone who said Sid is just an Ollie player, or something along those lines, when that isn't true. Hurley wanted Sid too--something went wrong with the kid's development.

 

[uchusky32]

I was replying to someone who said Sid is just an Ollie player, or something along those lines, when that isn't true. Hurley wanted Sid too--something went wrong with the kid's development.

Jelly.