It's not extraterrestrially bad, it just doesn't evidence any consideration that what seems at greatest risk might be UConn as a good destination for a one-and-done prospects and not UConn as a good/great program.
He needs to have an outside shot. I’m perplexed how he’s a one and done.
Nonsense. Getting to the NBA should be priority 1, 2, and 3 for the top 60 - 70 guys playing COLLEGE basketball right now. Not 10 - 20 high school hotshots who have NOT proved they are what they were projected to be. Castle needs to improve in several facets in the game before he considers the NBA and that may take another year or two (much like Hawkins).
If he stinks up the place at this level (which he has so far) then he'll stink up the place at the next level where most everybody is uber athletic but most have a game other than going to the rim (Andre excepted, and he is marginal at best at the NBA level). Let's watch him get more comfortable and better here, whether it takes one year or two, or whatever.
Did you see what happened when he ran into the SH guard. He is an nba prospect because he is a true 6’6” and he is exceptionally strong with a good handle. That allows him to get anywhere on the court he wants to go. I think we are seeing trepidation due to lack of confidence associated with not only the injury but just getting back into the flow. I would say he looked like he was pressing but don't think that’s it. Personally if he just shows up and plays D against opposing 3’s or 4’s , and gives us 6 rebounds 5 assists and 9-10 points and average 30 minutes a game then by tourney time he may be ready to show more offense. But it was one game and he has a nice pull up floater from inside 10 feet that I think will become lethal because he can get into the lane at will.
“Hotshots”
What? What would be a good look would be consistent Final Four appearances. And this goal would be greatly enhanced by annually putting a talented and EXPERIENCED team on the court. UConn is not Kentucky or Duke.
Me too
I get what your saying, but none of those guys outside of Hawkins are going to impress someone with NBA aspirations.
I think there’s a way to balance both. Doesn’t have to be oochie wallie or one mic.
I’m not saying he’s not talented, and he can do those things you mentioned however, he should avoid shooting beyond the foul line until he improves the outside shooting. Yes he has an NBA body, but the midget he ran into isn’t your typical NBA guard.
Exactly the point. Rip was three years at UConn, Ray (3 yrs), Caron (2 yrs) and Rudy (2 yrs). That's not to mention Emeka (3) and Kemba (3). All NOT one-and-done's.
Honestly besides the recruiting ranking what has he done to deserve a starting spot? Solo has defended almost as well and even with his shaky shot has been better on offense overall. Solo also doesn’t need the ball in his hands to be effective. Why start Castle instead of letting him play with the second team and run the offense?
