Karaban still weighing decision whether to return or go pro | Page 3 | The Boneyard

Karaban still weighing decision whether to return or go pro

Part of me wonders if he is doing this to get his NIL up a bit…. I have to think his nil has gone up a few hundred thousand during this time period. I love Karaban but I really don’t think he has an nba future and this year at UConn could very well end up being his career earnings peak
 
I believe he's undicided. He wants to go to the NBA but last season wasn't what he expected.

He also loves UConn

So, maybe his best path is to come back, have a great year, and improve his draft stock. The NIL makes Europe less important for the short term.
 
Those of you who have said he's just milking this for attention, that's probably furthest from the truth. I doubt he's enjoying this time while he's agonizing over one of the biggest decisions of his life.
 
Last edited:
Here’s one thing I noticed about Alex. He has good size and sturdiness but he does not appear to be that muscular. Maybe that’s his body type where he doesn’t get that look and he’s strong as an ox but maybe that’s the reason he can’t finish that easily at the rim because players of his size and weight often muscle through to make those shots. Now he does do some of that he’s not ultra quick, and he does rebound very well so maybe it’s just perception on his look. Don’t gain weight, just get it ripped and get much stronger. His intelligence does get him stuff that others don’t get. Any thoughts on that?
 
TheHorde said:
Giannis does like Andre. I like Giannis’ chances in a power struggle with Doc. That’s not to say that Giannis would go to those lengths over Andre. It would likely need to involve a buildup of different things.
Expand ...
Oh, I don't think Doc will be around much longer tbh. But as long as he's in charge, I think Andre is riding pine.
 
If AK is still a projected 2nd round pick, then unless he has some assurances (bronny style) that a team (maybe a couple of teams) that is a good fit and has a plan for him is going to pick him he should come back.

The NIL money is better staying than getting drafted by a random team and getting stuck on a 2-way or G-league deal.

If a team tells him he's likely going to stick, then he should go. Bird in the hand and all.

AK would have a better team around him this season and a better shot at a 3rd championship. He would also linked this generation of players to the championship DNA as the only starter left from those teams plus the 3 guys who were backups (Ball, Stewart, Ross). Culture win.
 
NHUConnfan said:
Oh, I don't think Doc will be around much longer tbh. But as long as he's in charge, I think Andre is riding pine.
Expand ...
There is very very little call in the NBA for a non productive offensive player so if Giannis doesn't save his butt, AJax may very well be Euro bound.
As far as AK is concerned - he deserves all the time ha can take but I'm not sure he is going to like what he hears from the NBA. I'm in the camp of getting the max in NIL he can fron UConn and enjoy the 25-26 season and hopefully get the 3rd ring to be the most decorated Husky to date. That would be one of the most significant feat.
 
bendm said:
If Darrion Williams from TT is a possibility he is better
Expand ...
John Fanta calls him a guard. Did he play the 4 for Texas Tech? Well I guess we're talking positionless basketball. He needs to be able to rebound and guard taller players though.

As Williams is looking for his next destination, it's important to note that the Red Raiders look like a potential top-five team heading into next season with JT Toppin back and Washington State transfer LeJuan Watts committing over the weekend. Now, Williams has also entered the draft, and, like Luis, he has until June 16 to decide whether he's keeping his name in or not. The 6-6 guard is a multi-faceted wing who averaged 15.1 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game while shooting 44% from the field. I think it's in Williams' best interest to capitalize on the money in college and stay at this level. Needless to say, he possesses upside as a two-way player who is not easy to defend because of his length.

Ranking the best players available in the college basketball transfer portal | FOX Sports

FOX Sports' John Fanta ranks the best players available in the college basketball transfer portal.
www.foxsports.com www.foxsports.com
 
HooperScooper said:
John Fanta calls him a guard. Did he play the 4 for Texas Tech? Well I guess we're talking positionless basketball. He needs to be able to rebound and guard taller players though.

As Williams is looking for his next destination, it's important to note that the Red Raiders look like a potential top-five team heading into next season with JT Toppin back and Washington State transfer LeJuan Watts committing over the weekend. Now, Williams has also entered the draft, and, like Luis, he has until June 16 to decide whether he's keeping his name in or not. The 6-6 guard is a multi-faceted wing who averaged 15.1 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game while shooting 44% from the field. I think it's in Williams' best interest to capitalize on the money in college and stay at this level. Needless to say, he possesses upside as a two-way player who is not easy to defend because of his length.

Ranking the best players available in the college basketball transfer portal | FOX Sports

FOX Sports' John Fanta ranks the best players available in the college basketball transfer portal.
www.foxsports.com www.foxsports.com
Expand ...
FWIW it seems like Stew is better at defending bigger 4s than quicker 3s. So maybe if AK leaves we prioritize a 3 to start and a bigger backup at the 4/5 spot
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Online statistics

Members online
214
Guests online
1,362
Total visitors
1,576
Totals may include hidden visitors.

Share This Page

Forum statistics

Threads
163,962
Messages
4,376,809
Members
10,168
Latest member
CTFan142


.
..
Top Bottom