Koby Brea entered the portal. Please please Coach Hurley

[Mookson]

He spent four years coming off the bench at Dayton. Dayton. Dayton in the Atlantic 10. That Dayton. After four years in the Atlantic 10, he finally cracked a double digit scoring average as a senior. (He only averaged seven points a game as a junior.)

There’s a reason why Mahaney is a top 20 transfer and Brea is around #100 - it’s because Mahaney is just significantly better. Different orbit.

LOL and just a few pages ago you were pouting calling me a big meanie for saying he’s overhyped. You’re such a clown dude.

 

[noeynox]

He’d play a huge role. I just don’t know how much that helps for NBA. This ain’t 1994 any longer

Remember when Tate George got drafted in the 1st round by the Nets, soley on his Sr year during the Dream Season? Then halfway through his rookie year, Nets scouts were giving anonymous quotes that he wasn't quick enough for the NBA? Those days are long gone it seems.

 

[JohnnyJr]

Targeting only one of Mahaney/Brea feels like a sign of what the staff thinks they have with Ball next season.

I’m hoping it signals more that Karaban is coming back because we could have definitely used the shooting if he stays in the draft.

 

[superjohn]

So basically we had no interest in Brea as a player, but had him out here for a visit? I’m not sure I agree with that.

It certainly wasn't an either or with them. Mahaney was our priority and if we didn't get him we would've brought in another guard who can handle.

 

[Dooooooomed]

It certainly wasn't an either or with them. Mahaney was our priority and if we didn't get him we would've brought in another guard who can handle.

Ya, Norlander said this morning that we had another visit scheduled, but we cancelled after Mahaney committed. He wouldn't say who, but I'd guess Shulga.

 

[husky99]

LOL and just a few pages ago you were pouting calling me a big meanie for saying he’s overhyped. You’re such a clown dude.

This will go poorly.......lol

 

[cap10dingus]

I'm hearing from my sources that Kentucky was all in on Brea from the start. They didn't want anyone else. We only got the guys they didn't want. They aren't bitter at all.

 

[businesslawyer]

That Brea is weak on defense suggests he may not be much of a team guy, and that would rule him out with this staff.

One, that makes no sense. Two, why do folks feel the need to denigrate someone we looked at just when for whatever reason he doesn't end up here? I really don't get it.

 

[August_West]

One, that makes no sense. Two, why do folks feel the need to denigrate someone we looked at just when for whatever reason he doesn't end up here? I really don't get it.

It's asinine but will always be the case until the sun rises in the west and sets in the east, until the rivers run dry, and the mountains blow in the wind like leaves.

 

[WhereistheDove?]

One, that makes no sense. Two, why do folks feel the need to denigrate someone we looked at just when for whatever reason he doesn't end up here? I really don't get it.

It’s not even like he spurned us for someone else. We literally took our top choice instead of him when all indications are he wanted to come here.

 

[Waquoit]

It's asinine but will always be the case until the sun rises in the west and sets in the east, until the rivers run dry, and the mountains blow in the wind like leaves.

"In other words, until the end of time..."

 

[ec33]

So basically we had no interest in Brea as a player, but had him out here for a visit? I’m not sure I agree with that.

My guess is that the price (likely money, but perhaps his desired role) made the rethink their plans. Mahaney in hand made them less willing to negotiate with Brea.

 

[How Sway?!]

My guess is that the price (likely money, but perhaps his desired role) made the rethink their plans. Mahaney in hand made them less willing to negotiate with Brea.

Per Storrs Central, it was matter of us getting our top 3 choices and not being sure adding the 4th (Brea) wouldnt rock the boat too much.

 

[businesslawyer]

It's asinine but will always be the case until the sun rises in the west and sets in the east, until the rivers run dry, and the mountains blow in the wind like leaves

So, 20 minutes?

 

[ec33]

Per Storrs Central, it was matter of us getting our top 3 choices and not being sure adding the 4th (Brea) wouldnt rock the boat too much.

Interesting, thanks.

 

[Hi-Low]

We can close the book on Brea (unless someting new)....only open issue it seems for next season is AK.

If AK comes back to UConn we're set, if AK stays in the draft then it's back to the portal.

 

[bjc42]

We can close the book on Brea (unless someting new)....only open issue it seems for next season is AK.

If AK comes back to UConn we're set, if AK stays in the draft then it's back to the portal.

I think it’s as simple as that tbh.

 

[CL82]

Are you tall enough to play the stretch 4?

Sure if he stretches.

 

[Umami Zen]

Danny and staff got their priority targets within a timeframe that happened around and shortly after Brea's visit. I'm sure Danny had a hunch as to Brea's "wish to showcase his game" and where his NIL target was. Simply not a Program fit -cultural fit as compared to Mahaney's fit. Had to get the Mahaney commit before you can turn the page. Can hear Danny saying- If you think Pope is your guy and you can accomplish your objectives. More power to you. We're focused on a 3peat around here.

 

[tuvent08]

Danny and staff got their priority targets within a timeframe that happened around and shortly after Brea's visit. I'm sure Danny had a hunch as to Brea's "wish to showcase his game" and where his NIL target was. Simply not a Program fit -cultural fit as compared to Mahaney's fit. Had to get the Mahaney commit before you can turn the page. Can hear Danny saying- If you think Pope is your guy and you can accomplish your objectives. More power to you. We're focused on a 3peat around here.

Based on everything we've heard from credible sources, Brea and his family were not a hassle at all and were fully on board. It had nothing to do with culture or program fit. There was just not enough space.

 

[Umami Zen]

Based on everything we've heard from credible sources, Brea and his family were not a hassle at all and were fully on board. It had nothing to do with culture or program fit. There was just not enough space.

I believe that Mahaney was always the priority over Brea and that Danny will obviously leave his last roster spot for AK . Since he appears to be limiting roster size to 12. Haven't heard about Brea being fully on board but I'll assume the credible sources know what they're talking about. Brea has been talking with Pope since before the UConn visit.

It's ok. Very happy with Mahaney.

 

[Hoophound]

Remember when Tate George got drafted in the 1st round by the Nets, soley on his Sr year during the Dream Season? Then halfway through his rookie year, Nets scouts were giving anonymous quotes that he wasn't quick enough for the NBA? Those days are long gone it seems.

Tate actually played really well for the Nets. Chuck Daly just hated his style (he literally said, “I don’t like his game”) and didn’t play him enough. Killed Tate’s career. He went on to be an absolutely deadly scorer in the CBA. His game became almost unrecognizable. I still believe Tate would have spent 10+years in the NBA if he’d been in a better situation.

 

[NJHoops]

The Koby criticism is weird and not warranted.

 

[Umami Zen]

The Koby criticism is weird and not warranted.

Actually simply an opinion. Not a criticism. I'll move on to other subjects but I stand by my opinion that Dan got his priority targets.

 

[noeynox]

Tate actually played really well for the Nets. Chuck Daly just hated his style (he literally said, “I don’t like his game”) and didn’t play him enough. Killed Tate’s career. He went on to be an absolutely deadly scorer in the CBA. His game became almost unrecognizable. I still believe Tate would have spent 10+years in the NBA if he’d been in a better situation.

Describe really well. That is not my recollection at all. His career numbers certainly don't back that up. He just couldn't defend well enough to stay on the floor.

 

[UconnU]

The Koby criticism is weird and not warranted.

Talented kid but not a UConn kid. We need to be 100% sure the kids are coming here for the right reasons. The selflessness, team orientation, are why we’re the best team in the country.

 

[UConniki]

One, that makes no sense. Two, why do folks feel the need to denigrate someone we looked at just when for whatever reason he doesn't end up here? I really don't get it.

They used to call it “sour grapes “, but now I’m not sure what they call it. Unfortunate immaturity, maybe?

 

[imno1]

It's asinine but will always be the case until the sun rises in the west and sets in the east, until the rivers run dry, and the mountains blow in the wind like leaves.

What about when pigs have wings?

 

[ec33]

The Koby criticism is weird and not warranted.

"He is the best player coming off the bench at an A-10 school" is terrible slander.

 

[Hoophound]

Tate actually played really well for the Nets. Chuck Daly just hated his style (he literally said, “I don’t like his game”) and didn’t play him enough. Killed Tate’s career. He went on to be an absolutely deadly scorer in the CBA. His game became almost unrecognizable. I still believe Tate would have spent 10+years in the NBA if he’d been in a better situation.

Describe really well. That is not my recollection at all. His career numbers certainly don't back that up. He just couldn't defend well enough to stay on the floor.

When he got minutes he produced. He didn’t get many minutes. He had several 10-20 point games when given the chance and he always took care of the ball. He was a little before his time. His game was a lot like Tristen Newton’s.

I believe he led the CBA in scoring for a few years. I can’t find the CBA stats.