Nahiem Alleyne: Unsung hero

[MTBingNinja]

Unsung hero of the ‘23 Championship

 

[husky429]

His defense was immeasurably important this whole tournament.

 

[Hoophound]

He’s been great the second half of the season.

 

[gsmooth]

What a luxury to have him as a bench player. He never relents on his defense even if his offense is struggling.

 

[boog204]

He was excellent off the bench during the run. 7/gm off the bench including some really big shots.

 

[Mister P]

He looked like he was the happiest player with his big smile and wide open eyes when the camera showed the sideline players as everyone was hugging in the closing seconds.

He was a great addition to the team and I really hope he’s back next year.

 

[businesslawyer]

The guy came here, accepted a reduced role, I’m sure was bothered that he couldn’t hit 3s like he had for years in the ACC, and what did he do? Instead of sulking, played his butt off defensively all year long. And come the Tourney, started making a few more shots as well.

If he’s our starting 2 next year with Castle, Karaban, Jackson and DC, I’m fine.

 

[UConnSwag11]

Unsung hero of the ‘23 Championship

100000% turned it around last have of the season. Great job

 

[Spaceman213J]

Alleyne was great all game. He was under control and played great defense. I also though Karaban was terrific on defense in the 1st half. He made a few mistakes in the 2nd half, but still, the plays he made more than made up for the mistakes.

 

[UCTitleTown]

Alleyne always seemed to score when we needed it most. He really stepped up.

 

[WhereistheDove?]

Getting he and Joey C rolling at the same time was a huge boost heading into the tourney.

 

[WrenchFan69]

He's just so smart and controlled. When we were getting too frantic in the second half, he took a moment to secure a rebound, let the defense clear, get Newton under control before getting the ball to him. A little thing that I think made a pretty big impact. Plus he played amazing D and hit some big shots as well.

 

[nomar]

I was a doubter when he was struggling with his shot, but he shut me up good. By the tournament, I was happy to see him in the game.

 

[UChusky916]

He was so great defensively, helped with some ball handling against their pesky defense, and was great at getting in the lane to knock down some big midrange buckets.

What a luxury to have a guy like him come off the bench. So happy for him!

 

[uc1990]

Yes need to talk about all these guys! They all deserve it. So good. What team! So fun to watch.

 

[Hi-Low]

In reality UConn had 8 starters. The 3 guys off the bench didn't miss a beat.

 

[dvegas]

Yes my nephew VT 2022 big Alleyne fan I agree

 

[Palatine]

It took NA half the season to figure it out. I used to wince when he came in. But he turned into a weapon both ends. Congrats to the young man. He deserves all his success.

 

[TRest]

I feel great for the transfers, coming in from football first schools or mid majors and getting to the Big stage.

 

[hayman522]

I was a doubter when he was struggling with his shot, but he shut me up good. By the tournament, I was happy to see him in the game.

Me too I ended up eating my words.

 

[MilliniumPrince]

Unsung hero of the ‘23 Championship

Indeed

 

[Palatine]

BTW, I think he is being sung quite loudly.

 

[ForThEad]

 

[Mr. March]

Alleyne was terrific. He really turned things around and was a big contributor to this title run.

 

[HuskyHawk]

His defense was immeasurably important this whole tournament.

Played great D and when the 3s are taken away and our offense stalls, he always seems to get in the lane and hit an old school Kemba pull up jumper. Had another last night.