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My first reaction is the flash wasn't necessary and probably contributed to the missed dunk, but after my 10th loop, I actually think it froze the defender.
 
OkaForPrez said:
My first reaction is the flash wasn't necessary and probably contributed to the missed dunk, but after my 10th loop, I actually think it froze the defender.
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Don't worry about the flash...the play had already been called dead after someone on STM was whistled for a foul.
 
Quite frankly, this type of thing will impress the casual fan - and yes we need them to fill the seats. From a coach's perspective it is unnecessary and brings more risk into the play than is necessary. However, I think this kid can play and he is definitely a winner.
 
Chief00 said:
From a coach's perspective it is unnecessary and brings more risk into the play than is necessary.
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So, wait - a coach doesn't think a half-court pass for an alley-oop is a great idea?

Thanks, Coach Chief!

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Chief00 said:
Quite frankly, this type of thing will impress the casual fan - and yes we need them to fill the seats. From a coach's perspective it is unnecessary and brings more risk into the play than is necessary. However, I think this kid can play and he is definitely a winner.
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What does Andre think about it?
 
Chief00 said:
Quite frankly, this type of thing will impress the casual fan - and yes we need them to fill the seats. From a coach's perspective it is unnecessary and brings more risk into the play than is necessary. However, I think this kid can play and he is definitely a winner.
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Notwithstanding that the play had been whistled dead, check the time and score, coach.
 
Chief00 said:
Quite frankly, this type of thing will impress the casual fan - and yes we need them to fill the seats. From a coach's perspective it is unnecessary and brings more risk into the play than is necessary. However, I think this kid can play and he is definitely a winner.
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Are you OCD or is there another reason you have to use the phrase Quite Frankly in every post?
 
Chief00 said:
Quite frankly, this type of thing will impress the casual fan - and yes we need them to fill the seats. From a coach's perspective it is unnecessary and brings more risk into the play than is necessary. However, I think this kid can play and he is definitely a winner.
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Quite frankly, quite frankly! #quitefrankly
 
Rico444 said:
There's a good reason why D-Ham didn't take more shots in the McDonald's AA game: he didn't play in it.
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lol you are right. Another high school style all-star game? I think there is a lessor one he was in. Cant remember the name of it.
 
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UconnFanNVa said:
lol you are right. Another high school style all-star game? I think there is a lessor one he was in. Cant remember the name of it.
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I believe you're referring to the Jordan Brand Classic game (the other big high school all-star game) in which D-Ham played but didn't really get the ball frequently enough in.
 
UconnFanNVa said:
lol you are right. Another high school style all-star game? I think there is a lessor one he was in. Cant remember the name of it.
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UconnFanNVa said:
lol you are right. Another high school style all-star game? I think there is a lessor one he was in. Cant remember the name of it.
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he was in the jordan brand classic and played well in limited time i believe. he shot a lot in the the ballislife all american game. jalen is in this year's game.
 
Many things to like, but what stands out for me is his ability to see the whole floor on the break and his stroke on the three and at the FT line. He has that exaggerated into-the-basket finish that Giffey somehow found between his jr and sr years (as opposed to the Purvis-Calhoun flip.) He just looks like a smart player out there -- and his athleticism is, of course, off the charts, Can't wait.
 
Nice highlights - Thanks. Agree with comments above from Sphinx.

Anyone know the FT % Adams shoots at? It will be nice if he can consistently knock those down - something we were accustomed to with Boat, Bazz, Kemba.
 
Sphinx said:
Many things to like, but what stands out for me is his ability to see the whole floor on the break and his stroke on the three and at the FT line. He has that exaggerated into-the-basket finish that Giffey somehow found between his jr and sr years (as opposed to the Purvis-Calhoun flip.) He just looks like a smart player out there -- and his athleticism is, of course, off the charts, Can't wait.
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From the half a dozen games I've watched, I think his shot could use some tightening up (both FTs and 3s), but the form is terrific. Even better, he already has a complete offensive arsenal. Floaters, mid-range pull-up, finishing around the rim - you name it, and he can do it.

And contrary to some early reports, he's absolutely a point guard. He does a really good job running the offense both in the halfcourt and on the break, and as we saw from that half-court alley-oop, he has the ability to do the spectacular. Like any young guard, he still makes a few lazy passes from time to time, but I expect that to get cleaned up fairly quickly.

I generally don't care about players rankings, but there's just no way he's not a top 10-15 guy in his class.
 
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He has the Gretzky thing where he never hurries. He seems to be moving slowly to open space but no one beats him there. Not as good a passer but no one is.
 
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So much to like about this kid. I think what really stands out along with his athleticsm is his wingspan. Some of the rebounds and dunks he produces are not like many, if any, PG's we've had. Don't want to get my hopes up with too high of expectations, but the kid could be special at UCONN.
 
It's a highlight reel, so...

That said, I love his quick release, the way he finishes at the rim (obviously it's a highlight tape, and there is no interior defense being played whatsoever, so they're all going in, but I like the way he adjusts in the air when he does get challenged), his athleticism-fueled violent dunking and shot-blocking (pretty great for a guy his size), and his ability/motor to quickly recover after making a mistake.

They don't all go in the hoop in real life. I'd like to see his percentages.
 
I think the things that sticks out is that he plays with a perfect pace to his game and can also play at rim level in terms of finishing rebounding and defending. He has his head up--hes a very willing passer. Hes got nice form of his shot. Hes an explosive athlete. What exactly more could we want? He also appears taller than all of the really good PGs we just had--maybe legit 6-1 /6-2. with a solid build. Hes got some Derek Rose on him when he dunks.

When you start to thin Purvis Hamilton Adams Samuel--that is pretty dam good. I have HUGE expectations next year and no reason not to.
 
scrappy2.0 said:
I think the things that sticks out is that he plays with a perfect pace to his game and can also play at rim level in terms of finishing rebounding and defending. He has his head up--hes a very willing passer. Hes got nice form of his shot. Hes an explosive athlete. What exactly more could we want? He also appears taller than all of the really good PGs we just had--maybe legit 6-1 /6-2. with a solid build. Hes got some Derek Rose on him when he dunks.

When you start to thin Purvis Hamilton Adams Samuel--that is pretty dam good. I have HUGE expectations next year and no reason not to.
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By no means am I superstitious, but your team and player predictions were like a kiss of death this year.

Please stop.
 
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He's the next Russell Westbrook/Derrick Rose. So much athleticism but its controlled. You know when Rodney gets a little out of control? Or freshman Boatright? Jalen seems to be in under control. Cant wait.
 
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scrappy2.0 said:
I think the things that sticks out is that he plays with a perfect pace to his game and can also play at rim level in terms of finishing rebounding and defending. He has his head up--hes a very willing passer. Hes got nice form of his shot. Hes an explosive athlete. What exactly more could we want? He also appears taller than all of the really good PGs we just had--maybe legit 6-1 /6-2. with a solid build. Hes got some Derek Rose on him when he dunks.

When you start to thin Purvis Hamilton Adams Samuel--that is pretty dam good. I have HUGE expectations next year and no reason not to.
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Purvis Hamilton Adams Samuel? Did you mean Purvis, Hamiton, Brimah and Adams?
 
mauconnfan said:
Purvis Hamilton Adams Samuel? Did you mean Purvis, Hamiton, Brimah and Adams?
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No just our back-court alone will be incredibly explosive. Im personally looking forward to our frontcourt improvement--we will be deep and improved. The one thing we may need is an additional wing who can lock down and hit a three.
 
scrappy2.0 said:
No just our back-court alone will be incredibly explosive. Im personally looking forward to our frontcourt improvement--we will be deep and improved. The one thing we may need is an additional wing who can lock down and hit a three.
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We need a ball handler scrappy. Not Samuel, someone who can support Adams in his freshman year understanding he may have bumps in the road. I like Terrence as the 4th guy off the bench, that would make it real exciting if we go lucky with another PG somehow, I agree.
 
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