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I will remember him for the game vs Baylor. We had an ugly start in that one coming off a disastrous trip to Maui and he helped us get one of the most important wins of the season with probably his best performance in a Huskies uniform. No telling how far off the rails this season would have gone if we didn’t get that one. Good luck to him at his next destination.
 
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Just heard about this myself...

I'm sure many on here are wondering what my take is, but the truth is: I just don't know.

I was surprised and disappointed as heck when Aidan entered the portal from SMC, not so surprised this time. That's about all I got.

Like many have commented already, Aidan was always trying hard, doing his best when on the floor or off, never gave up. This is no surprise to me at all; I've understood that this was his way for a long time now. Kid just has amazing attitude!
 
gsmooth said:
Best of luck to you Aidan and thanks for your time at UConn. I was proud of the way he handled himself at UConn as well.

Me, too. It makes me sad he is most likely leaving, even though he can come back, but he has to do what is best for himself.

I have watched games at St. Mary's where has taken over the game. His freshmen year at home against Gonzaga he took over that game and the ESPN announcer said "Aidan is that dude". Even though he had his moments here at UConn, he never became that dude.
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Would have liked to seem him roll his late season jump into a veteran program backup role next season, but he is certainly good enough to start elsewhere. With at least 4 new guards joining the program next season, it's not a decision that can be begrudged.
 
I'm not sure at that age I would have flown cross the Country for the chance of a Championship. I respect him for 'moving here' and quickly 'moving on' both for the right decision for him. This experience will add wisdom to this young man's character, even if the experience failed, I'm sure he will be a better man because of this, and therefore long-term winner.
 
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SaeHusky said:
Will root for him wherever he ends up. Just didn't work out here but I appreciate how he always put the team first. When he wasn't on the floor he was always cheering on his teammates hard. Best of luck Aidan
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I thought he looked so much better the last 6 games. Made some shots, and handled the ball well. He did get better over time and thought that maybe after becoming acclimated to the Big East for a year he could have been ready for a step improvement.

I understand him leaving and wish him well!
 
This was pretty much expected. You can't pay Mahaney when he is averaging 4 points a game.

Too bad he couldn't figure it out. He played much closer to his floor than to his ceiling.

We need a portal PG. Let's hope we do a better job identifying one that can succeed here.
 
AidanFan20 said:
Just heard about this myself...

I'm sure many on here are wondering what my take is, but the truth is: I just don't know.

I was surprised and disappointed as heck when Aidan entered the portal from SMC, not so surprised this time. That's about all I got.

Like many have commented already, Aidan was always trying hard, doing his best when on the floor or off, never gave up. This is no surprise to me at all; I've understood that this was his way for a long time now. Kid just has amazing attitude!
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Been a real pleasure seeing you on the BY and hope you still frequent!

It was definitely a tough year for Aidan, but I'm hoping that he still had a great year and learned a lot from the team. I'm sure wherever he ends up, he'll crush it.
 
I lost interest in the NBA decades ago. I don't think the NCAA realizes they're going to lose fans and popularity in a similar way due to unrestrained transfers and NIL. Fans lose connection to teams when there's no roster stability and when the players care more about the money than about the team. Kids don't get enough PT as freshmen, they portal. It's no longer about putting in the work and earning your spot. It's gotten out of control.
 
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Fatroony5 said:
I know he got paid a lot to come here but still feel bad for him a bit how this season unfolded. Respect the way he handled it all, seems like a good young man. Curious to see where he lands next, he still has some talent, just didn’t fit what we needed this season.
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Why am I feeling a big western school like Gonzaga or ucla. Seriously. The big east was just too physical for him.
 
UConn junior guard Aidan Mahaney has announced his decision to enter the NCAA transfer portal, seeking a new team for next season. The 6’ 3” guard from Lafayette, California, transferred to UConn from Saint Mary’s ahead of the 2024-25 season, but will now look for another landing spot after just one year in Storrs.

storrscentral.com

Junior G Aidan Mahaney Enters the Transfer Portal

Last season's big transfer splash will seek another new home
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Magic32 said:
Part of me thought he would stay and try to prove himself. Hurley really tried to raise his confidence down the stretch. Best of luck!
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Sadly "staying and proving oneself" is not very common in NCAA basketball anymore. And you can't necessarily blame the player because the coach probably wants them to move on just as much.
 
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Thanks @tcf15
 
Just not the right environment or style for AM. League is too physical and the game is too fast for him. But, I hope he does great in the right system and conference. Put him in an A10/ Ivy/ Patriot League and he tears it up.
 
I bet he ends up on the West Coast. Probably staying close to home removes one less stress factor and helps him to just relax and play his game.
 
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UCHuskies08 said:
Sadly "staying and proving oneself" is not very common in NCAA basketball anymore. And you can't necessarily blame the player because the coach probably wants them to move on just as much.
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As sad as that is I think the days of having a players stay for 3 or 4 years is going to be obsolete because of the portal. I have to say AM was so bad during most of the season I would cringe when he came in, however he did slightly turn it around at the end of the season and was starting contribute to the team. Sadly I did not want him to leave. Hopefully, he gains his confidence by playing more minutes wherever he ends up. I'm sure it was mutual between Hurley and AM.
 
UCTitleTown said:
I bet he ends up on the West Coast. Probably staying close to home removes one less stress factor and helps him to just relax and play his game.
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I predict that he joins the Zags
 
It is amazing how much a year like Aiden had can impact a career. Last year I think he was in the top 30 players who entered the portal. This year he can’t crack the top 50 or even the honorable mention list after the top 50. I understand this is ESPN but so was the ranking I mentioned from last year.

In fact none of the UConn players who have announced cracked either list. So we are probably losing the right players. Hoping we hear news on the two remaining players who might leave. Won’t mention names one is a forward the other is….well we don’t know what he is SF, SG etc. Also wish we had some affirmation on our center. We definitely need him back.

Certainly what is happening behind the scenes will have a big impact on what we will try to get in the portal. At least we know we need two guards both on the 6’3” to 6’5” size wise but more importantly athletes who can get to the rim. The top twenty is littered with SG who are all in the 6’1”to 6’2” range size wise. I wonder why there are so many players available that size at SG.
 
alphasigko said:
I wish him the best of luck
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To be honest- thought their would be better offers out there for him- wish both parties decided differently last offseason- wish him the best!
 
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djct1999 said:
The coach there has nor cal ties and a very good reputation. He is very familiar w Aiden’s game and am hearing this is close to being a done deal.
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Do those level schools have NIL or you just get to play and finish degree

The fact he is looking at this level is a good indication he was over his head in the BE and should not have been considered. Maybe he played his best game ever when we played St Mary’s?
 
NJHusky said:
Do those level schools have NIL or you just get to play and finish degree

The fact he is looking at this level is a good indication he was over his head in the BE and should not have been considered. Maybe he played his best game ever when we played St Mary’s?
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There’s a long list of players who’ve had career games against us for whatever reason. Lol
 
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