I like this team

[Waquoit]

This season would be pretty fun if we weren't coming off two nattys.

 

[AntG168]

Is any of that group quick? There is definitely room for a fast twitch athlete.

I think many will be surprised with Mullins athleticism

 

[jibsey]

Karaban's season has not been the best. Do you think he may stick around for another year?

The question is what does he need to improve and can it be accomplished? He can’t really improve athleticism which would make him a great driver of the basketball.

 

[AllHusky]

Want to watch a game start to finish and say at it's conclusion, "Those kids were nasty tonight, they just refused to lose."

 

[EnochRoot]

Your last point is revisionist history. You say that now because of what he did in tourney. There's time for someone to have their run. None of us were saying that when we got smacked by Louisville heading into the tourney.

No it isn’t revisionist history at all. Shabazz elevated an excellent game to elite level in time for the NCAAT. I’m saying there are no creators on this team that have even 2/3 of what Shabazz had throughout the ’13-‘14 season.

The closest would be Ball. But do you really see him growing into what Shabazz was showcasing all season? He’s not that guy.

 

[Hoophound]

We’re a tough team and we’re a good team with Liam. We aren’t a top 10 team either way. We need to heal, develop and improve. I will never say a UConn team can’t put it together in March. We all know that you can’t put anything past us, we are the best program in basketball. I’m discouraged, but I never stop believing.

 

[AntG168]

No it isn’t revisionist history at all. Shabazz elevated an excellent game to elite level in time for the NCAAT. I’m saying there are no creators on this team that have even 2/3 of what Shabazz had throughout the ’13-‘14 season.

The closest would be Ball. But do you really see him growing into what Shabazz was showcasing all season? He’s not that guy.

You clarified what you meant by “baller”. You’re talking a creator. Got it. Don’t disagree. Shabazz being this beloved guy who is only remembered fondly here is not representative of what the tone was here regarding him before he won that 2014 championship. NO ONE here thought he was leading us to a national championship.

 

[superjohn]

You clarified what you meant by “baller”. You’re talking a creator. Got it. Don’t disagree. Shabazz being this beloved guy who is only remembered fondly here is not representative of what the tone was here regarding him before he won that 2014 championship. NO ONE here thought he was leading us to a national championship.

People here thought he was great because he was great. He was a first team all-American and I thought he was the best player in the country. We don't have a player like that on this team.

 

[RuffRuff]

We definitely do not want this. Cronin/Hurley is the coaching equivalent of referee Hiroshima.

 

[uconnfan68]

We definitely do not want this. Cronin/Hurley is the coaching equivalent of referee Hiroshima.

Why are there 2 BE teams in the same bracket? They afraid of us?

 

[Palatine]

I think many will be surprised with Mullins athleticism

I hope so. Ross is very athletic but he really isn't quick like an Alterique or Kemba. We could use a player like that. Someone who is hard to stay in front of.

 

[AntG168]

I hope so. Ross is very athletic but he really isn't quick like an Alterique or Kemba. We could use a player like that. Someone who is hard to stay in front of.

A definite need. Hopefully though the portal

 

[gars44]

Weren't those teams' average age like 24 years old though? I'm too lazy to look it up, but I recall there being much more veteran presence throughout those rosters than on this current UConn team.

As for 2014? The Shabazz Napier-type baller aint on this squad.

I like any post that mentions the Bazz. What an amazing heart he had. Pure warrior.

 

[EnochRoot]

You clarified what you meant by “baller”. You’re talking a creator. Got it. Don’t disagree. Shabazz being this beloved guy who is only remembered fondly here is not representative of what the tone was here regarding him before he won that 2014 championship. NO ONE here thought he was leading us to a national championship.

I think it’s more reflective of UConn being a 7 seed than it was seeing any limitations to Shabazz’s game. FWIW Boatright and Daniels came through huge. Without both they wouldn’t have won it all, despite it being a relatively down year (speaking of the other 63 teams in the tournament).

Once they got past Michigan State though I liked their chances LOL.

 

[Umami Zen]

I tend to find a lot of what Dan was saying around September was a lot of hot air that he was using to motivate this group. He was on a ripper at the time.

You're killin' me Bro-But in a good way. You've been shakin' things up on the BY with good content and opinions. Appreciate your vibe.

But we got to play this year's season with the dudes we have. Love em or hate em. This is our team. DH does have a good eye for talent. Let's see how it plays out. Are you with me?

 

[AntG168]

I think it’s more reflective of UConn being a 7 seed than it was seeing any limitations to Shabazz’s game. FWIW Boatright and Daniels came through huge. Without both they wouldn’t have won it all, despite it being a relatively down year (speaking of the other 63 teams in the tournament).

Once they got past Michigan State though I liked their chances LOL.

Tsam, Griffey and Brimah were unsung heroes as well. I didn’t even mention Kromah

 

[Umami Zen]

Tsam, Griffey and Brimah were unsung heroes as well. I didn’t even mention Kromah

Thought Giffey was a lot better than Ken Griffey at BB

 

[RuffRuff]

You're killin' me Bro-But in a good way. You've been shakin' things up on the BY with good content and opinions. Appreciate your vibe.

But we got to play this year's season with the dudes we have. Love em or hate em. This is our team. DH does have a good eye for talent. Let's see how it plays out. Are you with me?

Love em all man, whether 0-10 from the floor or 10-10.

I’m going off-schedule Haiku on you to prove it:

Some huskies still pups,
Drooling one day, barking next,
All part of the pack.

U
C
O
N
N

 

[IndyLives]

This is a flawed team that is not getting better. They have heart - that is their best quality. But, few if any players are improving consistently from game to game. McNealy was until he got hurt & maybe that is the spark they need. But, I am starting to resign myself to the fact that the talent is just not there to even compete for a national championship. Danny also seems to be mailing it in this year. Bad year recruiting, player development, and in-game coaching for him as well.

 

[GoConn]

You know what, I like this team too. After back to back national titles, I am completely ok having a somwhat down year..... IF McNeeley never got hurt, we may be a top 10 team still. But this team is fighting and is still solid.

 

[Hoophound]

Love em all man, whether 0-10 from the floor or 10-10.

I’m going off-schedule Haiku on you to prove it:

Some huskies still pups,
Drooling one day, barking next,
All part of the pack.

U
C
O
N
N

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Who’s that little guy?

 

[RuffRuff]

Who’s that little guy?

Rhymes with Big Ned.

 

[Doctor Hoop]

Yeah, they’ve lost some games with chances to win. Remember, good judgement depends on experience…and experience is usually the result of poor judgement.

We are witnessing a virtually brand new rotation, with the exception of Karaban, in the process of gaining experience. And even Karaban is experiencing a new role.

So I agree. I like the team. I like the coaches. And I think there’s time left to put something together. Both the offense and the defense need work. But there’s time.

And that time (and game play) can lead to experience.

 

[AllHusky]

We definitely do not want this. Cronin/Hurley is the coaching equivalent of referee Hiroshima.

Marquette didn't make the tourney?? Am I blind??

Oops, now I see, missing a few lines at the bottom. Not blind, just dumb.

 

[dennismenace]

there have been multiple instances of him unforcedly being out of bounds.

And actually going into the backcourt on one occasion. I do like the way he is trying though. LOL he probably never imagined just how rough the Big East is when he signed up.

I'm sure DH didn't offer to make up a highlight film for him of Tristan getting mugged going down the lane every time in every single game. Tristan probably had a few invites to NFL camps.

Aiden's going to be OK. He just has to get used to all the abuse in this league. I'm going to take the advice of others above and enjoy the ride. This could be the little train that could.

I'm going to keep track on him, Solo, Samson et al. and watch them grow.