He has a chance to come in and play right away,” James said of UConn. “He’s very comfortable with the coaching staff. Kenya’s done an amazing job, Coach Hurley was exceptional when he came and sat down with us, talking about the history, his coaching style. It would be a good fit for him.”
And if you think conference affiliation means nothing to a kid who was born and raised in Canada, think again.
“He loves that fact that UConn’s going back to the Big East next year,” James added. “The Big East is suited for small-ball. Most teams play four guards. Having Javonte, he might be the biggest guy coming into the Big East. It could be an interesting place for him, if he decides to go that way.”