Kwintin Williams Commits to UConn!

[shizzle787]

At least our 12th man wont be boring.

He won't be our 12th man.

 

[Huskyforlife]

He won't be our 12th man.

That's a problem

 

[Huskybass]

While a very unorthodox player, he has a nice blend of strength, athleticism and agility. It looks like he plays hard as well. I am very happy with this pick up, especially this late. If he stays healthy and eligible, it's easy to see him being an impact player by next season. Lots of upside if he is willing to work hard in refining his game.

Best program related news in a while in my opinion.

 

[husky99]

Very needed. More depth and big plays. Also heard his 3 is underrated

 

[superjohn]

That's a problem

What don't you like about him?

 

[HungryHuskies]

Going to be nice to see some toughness and grit again in our front court.

 

[MSGSeven]

Said fans every year abiut Rickie Moore and Taliek when they laced them up for UConn.

I have a feeling CV starts.

Ricky and Taliek were pure point guards as is Gilbert so your point actually works better for him. Vital is a shooting guard.

 

[3rdbass]

Going to be nice to see some toughness and grit again in our front court.

Yes with him, Diarra, Cobb and DO we should have no issues matching up on muscle this year.

 

[HuskyHawk]

What don't you like about him?

You didn't ask me, but he's at JUCO for a reason. It's funny nobody is high on Cobb, who played a year in the SEC and at JUCO. I'd say Cobb gets more minutes, and it's unlikely this kid beats out Diarra for minutes, or even Carlton. Plus we have a grad transfer from Cornell at C. Did everyone forget? That's not a knock. He's a project athlete that has a lot of potential. But we now have what, seven guys who play the 4 or 5, not counting Larrier.

 

[3rdbass]

You didn't ask me, but he's at JUCO for a reason. It's funny nobody is high on Cobb, who played a year in the SEC and at JUCO. I'd say Cobb gets more minutes, and it's unlikely this kid beats out Diarra for minutes, or even Carlton. Plus we have a grad transfer from Cornell at C. Did everyone forget? That's not a knock. He's a project athlete that has a lot of potential. But we now have what, seven guys who play the 4 or 5, not counting Larrier.

I don't think Larrier is play the 4 now. I think it will be this guy and Diarra. No is going for big athlete who can rebound there. Carlton and Whatley might not see the floor much.

 

[Huskymagic]

literally 0 chance vital starts over alterique.

You're seriously undervaluing Vital and overselling Gilbert based on nothing but his high school credentials. Vital has proven himself and is 6'2 and a shooting guard who can play off the ball that fits with Jalen better. Gilbert is coming off major surgery and requires the ball in his hand a lot to be effective which he won't be able to do with Jalen being alpha dog next year.

I like Gilbert but he's a big question mark at this point. He needs to show he can play off the ball like Vital and defend. There is no reason to rush the guy when Vital is a proven player.

PS: Kwin is no 12th man on this roster. This isn't UCONN 2006 roster. For me with his elite athleticism and size/strength he is our starting 4 man no question about it. Kwin is a huge boost to our team. People have to guard him or he will dunk and rebound all over them. He can be our Gary Clarke neutralizer.

 

[superjohn]

You didn't ask me, but he's at JUCO for a reason. It's funny nobody is high on Cobb, who played a year in the SEC and at JUCO. I'd say Cobb gets more minutes, and it's unlikely this kid beats out Diarra for minutes, or even Carlton. Plus we have a grad transfer from Cornell at C. Did everyone forget? That's not a knock. He's a project athlete that has a lot of potential. But we now have what, seven guys who play the 4 or 5, not counting Larrier.

He was at a JUCO because of grades. Anyways, you sound like someone who has seen all these guys play a lot of basketball.

 

[Huskyforlife]

What don't you like about him?

His lack of any skill besides jumping high. Maybe he'll be a solid player as a senior, but he's easily the rawest player on the team. As of right now, he's a professional dunker, not a basketball player (yet).

 

[CardiacAndre7]

You're seriously undervaluing Vital and overselling Gilbert based on nothing but his high school credentials. Vital has proven himself and is 6'2 and a shooting guard who can play off the ball that fits with Jalen better. Gilbert is coming off major surgery and requires the ball in his hand a lot to be effective which he won't be able to do with Jalen being alpha dog next year.

I like Gilbert but he's a big question mark at this point. He needs to show he can play off the ball like Vital and defend. There is no reason to rush the guy when Vital is a proven player.

PS: Kwin is no 12th man on this roster. This isn't UConn 2006 roster. For me with his elite athleticism and size/strength he is our starting 4 man no question about it. Kwin is a huge boost to our team. People have to guard him or he will dunk and rebound all over them. He can be our Gary Clarke neutralizer.

AG, although only playing in 3 games, showed us how good of a player he can be. He is a Boat clone with potential to be a better playmaker. Kid is gonna be a stud if he can get through these injuries somewhat problem free. Nothing against CV because he seriously exceeded all expectations and then some, but AG has the ability to just be on another level, in my opinion.

 

[bazz&boujee]

You're seriously undervaluing Vital and overselling Gilbert based on nothing but his high school credentials. Vital has proven himself and is 6'2 and a shooting guard who can play off the ball that fits with Jalen better. Gilbert is coming off major surgery and requires the ball in his hand a lot to be effective which he won't be able to do with Jalen being alpha dog next year.

I like Gilbert but he's a big question mark at this point. He needs to show he can play off the ball like Vital and defend. There is no reason to rush the guy when Vital is a proven player.

PS: Kwin is no 12th man on this roster. This isn't UConn 2006 roster. For me with his elite athleticism and size/strength he is our starting 4 man no question about it. Kwin is a huge boost to our team. People have to guard him or he will dunk and rebound all over them. He can be our Gary Clarke neutralizer.

i don't like this argument cause it requires me bashing vital. love the kid. but he was a solid 6th man on a 16-17 team. he will continue to get better and will be/is a hell of a guard for us. but alterique has star power. he showed it in the minimal time he played last year. was a mcdonalds AA for a reason. but you are right, proof is in the pudding and CV got more pudding right now. potential is just potential. i just really feel like our only shot at being march-relevant next year is if jalen, alterique, and larrier are bonifide, first team conference-esque studs. plus 2 point guards seems to work for us..

 

[gtcam]

Another body. Can't conplain about the coaching staff leaving scholarships on the table this year

just wait - the complaints are coming

 

[StunningSteve]

His lack of any skill besides jumping high. Maybe he'll be a solid player as a senior, but he's easily the rawest player on the team. As of right now, he's a professional dunker, not a basketball player (yet).

Please share the extensive footage you've watched to draw these conclusions.
Williams could've been playing in the Big 12, ACC, and Pac12, besides the offer from UConn.

Let these kids actually wear the jersey before you spout off on their limitations.

 

[StunningSteve]

For anyone who hasn't read. Williams went Juco to work on his grades (Period.) before getting a 3.2.. He had a lot of options. Bottom line.

http://www.nhregister.com/sports/20...-from-athletic-juco-transfer-kwintin-williams

 

[superjohn]

His lack of any skill besides jumping high. Maybe he'll be a solid player as a senior, but he's easily the rawest player on the team. As of right now, he's a professional dunker, not a basketball player (yet).

How do you know this? Oregon doesn't tend to offer basketball scholarships to guys who aren't basketball players.

 

[BLUEDOGHOUSE]

A reasonably prudent person could make an argument that the University of Connecticut just added to their roster the best "Slam Dunker" (thanks Chick Hearn) not just in the United States of America but the entire Universe. The Universe is pretty all encompassing the last I checked.

With this in mind I am going to simply enjoy for the moment this addition to our roster. To have the best "Slam Dunker" that has ever walked the face of the earth adds needed excitement that this fan was craving.

I know this kids goal is to take a penny off the top of the backboard. That is worth paying to see.

Maravillosa!

 

[noeynox]

Not everybody jumps for every rebound. That's a big part of my game - put-backs and tip-ins."

I'm sold!

 

[Fishy]

You're seriously undervaluing Vital and overselling Gilbert based on nothing but his high school credentials. Vital has proven himself and is 6'2 and a shooting guard who can play off the ball that fits with Jalen better. Gilbert is coming off major surgery and requires the ball in his hand a lot to be effective which he won't be able to do with Jalen being alpha dog next year.

I like Gilbert but he's a big question mark at this point. He needs to show he can play off the ball like Vital and defend. There is no reason to rush the guy when Vital is a proven player.

PS: Kwin is no 12th man on this roster. This isn't UConn 2006 roster. For me with his elite athleticism and size/strength he is our starting 4 man no question about it. Kwin is a huge boost to our team. People have to guard him or he will dunk and rebound all over them. He can be our Gary Clarke neutralizer.

You are the craziest MF-er here.

You're on the fence about Gilbert, but you're guaranteeing a starting gig for a JUCO no one had ever heard of 48 hours ago.

Take a breath.

 

[CardiacAndre7]

For anyone who hasn't read. Williams went Juco to work on his grades (Period.) before getting a 3.2.. He had a lot of options. Bottom line.

UConn men get commitment from athletic JUCO transfer Kwintin Williams

Not that it is too important, but how old is this kid at this point?

 

[hasheemthedream]

Solid get this late in the year, you can't teach athleticism, and this kid has got that with capital A. I can't wait for some Sticks-esque dunks this season. It's also been awhile since we've had someone who could jump on the offensive end to give us some 2nd chances. Hope Ollie and Chill are hunting for one more player for this year.

 

[FartMan69]

Is Stunning Steve Kwintin Williams?