Larrier turning pro at end of season

[Travelman6]

The good news is, yes, in basketball.!The bad news is, it’s in Bratislava.

and? Probably a step up in regards to quality of life, if not now, than soon (like much of Western Europe) and for sure safety compared to the states.

 

[Horatio]

Good luck but he was never really here. It's weird but it just explains the current state of the program.

 

[Tenspro2002]

To call his UConn career "forgettable" is an insult to memory.

Together he and Purvis epitomized the KO era:
- initial recruiting failures
- over-hyped as transfers
- significant deficits in basketball IQ, skill (moreso Purvis), or toughness (moreso Larrier)
- poorly integrated in the team game

Hopefully Sid Wilson breaks the mold.

Nothing against Larrier personally (though unlike Purvis he never exactly made himself a fan favorite), but I'm not exactly saddened by the news.

 

[UconnAngel]

Shabazz summarized the season as players trying too hard to get to the NBA too early. This attitude wrought havoc on teamwork and team chemistry. I am a little sad that KO failed to rein Larrier in. A few more games could have been won and blowouts avoided. Sid will take his place with better results by February of next year. This is assuming KO and he stay with the team and the team pretty much stays intact.

 

[#1 PA Husky Fan]

I’m curious how he’d work out in a rip Hamilton role, running around and basically only doing some catch and shoot. Kid needs to find something if he’s gonna make it long term as a pro.

He’s not 25% of what Rip was. Rip’s work ethic was legendary, he was a leader, and a winner. Not even close to a valid compare.

 

[UConnStats]

He’s not getting any younger, he has already been hurt badly once, and he’s had awful coaching here. Hope he makes as much money playing ball as he can.

 

[RayIsTheGOAT]

Not sure Larrier ever was present at UConn, physically or mentally. But best of luck to him, because the problems at UConn are bigger than him.

It's a shame. I really thought we had something after the Oregon game with a team led by AG, JA, TL.

 

[UConnJim]

During the Memphis game, Joe D said Larrier was participating in senior night, so this is not really new news.

 

[ARIDE]

He will never make it in the NBA. The guy can’t even dribble.

LMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Lefty2one]

I get that his season didn't hold up to our very high expectations, but Terry Larrier is the best pro prospect on this team. Best of luck to him!

Jalen is the best prospect and it's not even close.

 

[uchusky32]

Hope the kid makes some money. He wore/wears the uniform i respect that.

 

[Chin Diesel]

Don't wish him ill will. He is a mediocre player after knee injuries and a horrible cog to fit in to a team sport.
I don't see how he can make money in any quality league on any continent.
On the other hand, never heard a peep about him doing anything bad off the court and looks like he is on track for a degree.
So, Fair winds and Following Seas Mr. Larrier.

 

[tcf15]

 

[Lefty2one]

It makes sense for him to leave; in fact, I can't think of a reason for him to stay. He's old, he got his degree and he's not going to improve all that much if he comes back for another year. Might as well start earning money overseas, I can respect that. Wish him well.

 

[gampelcrazies]

He’s not getting any younger, he has already been hurt badly once, and he’s had awful coaching here. Hope he makes as much money playing ball as he can.

Bad coaching isn't his problem.

 

[Lefty2one]

That sounds like he's implying there will be a mass exodus even if KO is retained. One of the few reasons his supporters kept bringing up was that firing him would leave the roster empty; sounds like that may happen regardless.

 

[JMick]

not shocking at all. I can't blame anyone that wants to look for a fresh start.

 

[AZHuskiePop]

He will never make it in the NBA. The guy can’t even dribble.

If I were advising him.
I was would tell him to transfer to a school as a post grad especially one with good shooters who spread the flow.
His dribbling is a minor deterrent
His strength , toughness , and defense must improve
You will be amazed how much his on ball skills improve

 

[BFieldHusky]

That sounds like he's implying there will be a mass exodus even if KO is retained. One of the few reasons his supporters kept bringing up was that firing him would leave the roster empty; sounds like that may happen regardless.

I'll say it again. There will be MORE players staying at UCONN if we have new coach versus KO staying.

 

[UconnFanNVa]

Best of luck! It' best for all parties involved. Time for everyone to move on. TL wasn't even a fraction of what he was expected to be here. He's going to be fighting an up hill battle to make a g league team. Lots of holes in his game and he is afraid of contact. Not even good enough to be a 3 and D guy imo.

 

[Javjudah]

I wish Larrier the best of luck. He has played selfish since he arrived at UCONN. His intention was to turn Pro after last season but he got injured. I questioned his shot selections last season. Addition by subtraction... I have said it many times, he needs to go after this season.

 

[the Q]

He’s not 25% of what Rip was. Rip’s work ethic was legendary, he was a leader, and a winner. Not even close to a valid compare.

I’m talking about one of Rips roles in the pro game.

Larrier needs to find a catch and shoot kind of role.

 

[uconnphil2016]

The good news is, yes, in basketball.!The bad news is, it’s in Bratislava.

reminds me of the old NCAA commercial--"most of us will go pro in something other than sports."

 

[Lefty2one]

Larrier needs to find a catch and shoot kind of role.

Agreed, and it's another example of the issues with our coaching and offensive system. Why in the world our staff ever thought it was a good idea to have a player like Larrier isolate and be a pick-n-roll ballhandler is beyond me. We did an awful job of putting Larrier in a position to succeed.

 

[RayIsTheGOAT]

He still has a lot of upside. The only problem is he is soon to be 23 y.o.
Strength and ball handling are his 2 biggest problems. He also needs to integrate in a team more and learn to be a facilitator/leader. But he has the potential to carve out a decent pro career and make some cash.

 

[LIuconn]

Good luck to him. He (presumably?) has his undergrad degree. Another year at his age dividing time between school and hoops is pointless. Focus on the craft, get better and chase the dream.

I don't understand people knocking him so much. He's a young man playing basketball for us with a broken face on a dumpster fire team. Go get yours, Terry!

 

[Tenspro2002]

Was this "mass exodus" predicated on KO staying or leaving?

Frankly, I'd be OK cleaning house as long as we bring in a new coach.

 

[ScottBonz]

Agreed, and it's another example of the issues with our coaching and offensive system. Why in the world our staff ever thought it was a good idea to have a player like Larrier isolate and be a pick-n-roll ballhandler is beyond me. We did an awful job of putting Larrier in a position to succeed.

Wouldn’t catch and shoot require you to work hard off the ball. See the comments about Rip.

 

[GoUconn7961]

Honestly at this point .. who cares?
Good luck to him, he may need it.

 

[Captbluefin]

Larrier is going to be a grad transfer to a big P5 school..,He has never said going Pro..

We are sinking for sure.. We have not hit
Rock Bottom yet..

Next year has potential for a disaster I am afarid..