One of the most important parts of next season

[scrappy2.0]

is for Bridah and Nolan to come back with more power size(weight) and skills along with Lubin. We got away with being small last year in terms of physical stature because we used quickness and superb guard play. But were going 2 need more from the guys upfront and the guys putting on muscular size and strength to enhance their games in pivotal. There will be top teams with enormous players and we will need to counter that.

 

[Stainmaster]

I don't know specifics, but the downtime after Brimah's surgery gives me a bit of concern. Puts even more of an impetus on Nolan to bulk up.

 

[David 76]

is for Bridah and Nolan to come back with more power size(weight) and skills along with Lubin. We got awayith being small last year in terms of physical stature because we used quickness nd superb guard play. But were going 2 need more from the guys up
front and the guys putting on muscular size and strength to enhance their games in pivotal. There will be top teams with enormous players and we will need to counter that.

plus Facey.

 

[CTBasketball]

plus Facey.

I see Facey more like a Rodney Hood type player.

 

[mauconnfan]

I see Facey more like a Rodney Hood type player.

Not sure we want to throw the Hood expectations out there. I would guess Hood is a better shooter/scorer but I would like to see Face be a better rebounder, shot blocker and baseline guy.

 

[huskiesnyc]

I'd like to see some mix of Facey at the 4 with Brimah at the 5. I think he can really clean up the defensive glass at PF and stretch out for some 10-12 foot jumpers.

 

[Chin Diesel]

In the thread about strength and conditioning it says Phil is up to 237 lbs. He played last year around 215. He has a frame that can carry 235 lbs.

 

[Horatio]

I think our paint presence will improve and lead to an increase in blocked shots. The post guys will be stronger and more experienced. Also , we won't have our lead guard( guards) leading the team in rebounds.

 

[Strummer]

Also , we won't have our lead guard( guards) leading the team in rebounds.

Of course, we just won a NC with that being the case, so . . . .

 

[Horatio]

Of course, we just won a NC with that being the case, so . . . .

This is true , but when we win our next NC a PF/ C will lead that category .

 

[Chin Diesel]

I think our paint presence will improve and lead to an increase in blocked shots. The post guys will be stronger and more experienced. Also , we won't have our lead guard( guards) leading the team in rebounds.

I'd prefer they focus on rebounding first. Having a strong weak side rebounder is essential for a shot blocker. It's risk/reward. By going for the block you sacrifice positioning. Hasheem had Adrien and OK a for had several guys watch his back.

 

[CTBasketball]

Not sure we want to throw the Hood expectations out there. I would guess Hood is a better shooter/scorer but I would like to see Face be a better rebounder, shot blocker and baseline guy.

I hope so too, but I feel like its going to be difficult to put on weight to be a down-low guy. I think he'll float into a DD-type mold.

 

[HuskyWarrior611]

I'd prefer they focus on rebounding first. Having a strong weak side rebounder is essential for a shot blocker. It's risk/reward. By going for the block you sacrifice positioning. Hasheem had Adrien and OK a for had several guys watch his back.

With Facey seeming like a great rebounder him and Brimah should coexist on the floor very well. Both on the defensive end and offensive end also since Facey has more of a midrange game while Amida will be on the block.

 

[ConnHuskBask]

Nothing says UConn off-season more than player x has put on 20lbs of muscle or player x is the best 3 point shooter since Rashad, Ben, Ray, etc.

 

[intlzncster]

I'd prefer they focus on rebounding first. Having a strong weak side rebounder is essential for a shot blocker. It's risk/reward. By going for the block you sacrifice positioning. Hasheem had Adrien and OK a for had several guys watch his back.

Which is why I'd like Amidah to always go for the block and the other guys be ready to get the weak side board. I love having that intimidator in the paint. Forces so many misses even without contact.

 

[BigErnMcCracken]

I hope so too, but I feel like its going to be difficult to put on weight to be a down-low guy. I think he'll float into a DD-type mold.

You said "a down-low guy."

 

[mauconnfan]

You said "a down-low guy."

Strums not a big down-low package guy!