PF Mamadou Diarra (Signed LOI on 11/14)

[Scottzer]

Diallo has to be 6'4", no? He seems at least that height.

I think be measured 6'51/2" barefoot at a camp over the summer.

 

[boog204]

Diarra is definitely closer to 6-6 than the 6-8 he's usually listed at. Long arms make a big difference though.

 

[JimHurley]

I think be measured 6'51/2" barefoot at a camp over the summer.

He measured at 6'3 1/2" over summer. Diarra measured at 6'5 1/2". Diallo has good size for a wing player. Diarra will be an undersized four man. But we've had plenty of luck with those

 

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[JMick]

He measured at 6'3 1/2" over summer. Diarra measured at 6'5 1/2". Diallo has good size for a wing player. Diarra will be an undersized four man. But we've had plenty of luck with those

Diarra's wingspan is unreal which will help offset his height. Does anyone have a measure on it? I swear his finger tips are halfway down his calf

 

[tcf15]

Diarra's wingspan is unreal which will help offset his height. Does anyone have a measure on it? I swear his finger tips are halfway down his calf

Think it's 7'2". Draft express has his measurements.

 

[JMick]

Think it's 7'2". Draft express has his measurements.

which is absolutely insane. Jeeze.

 

[Tenspro2002]

Jeff Adrien was also badly undersized but with long arm, IIRC.

JA was a lot more skilled though, than Diarra, who gets by mainly on effort and toughness.

 

[JMick]

Jeff Adrien was also badly undersized but with long arm, IIRC.

JA was a lot more skilled though, than Diarra, who gets by mainly on effort and toughness.

My thoughts are: skill can be taught. Effort and toughness, and a willingness to learn, are innate in ones personality.

 

[intlzncster]

My thoughts are: skill can be taught. Effort and toughness, and a willingness to learn, are innate in ones personality.

Don't agree. Effort, toughness and willingness to learn can all be taught and developed. It's mainly a matter of attitude You see it over and over.

 

[JMick]

Don't agree. Effort, toughness and willingness to learn can all be taught and developed. It's mainly a matter of attitude You see it over and over.

Could not disagree more but you're entitled to your opinion.

 

[Rocktheworld]

Don't agree. Effort, toughness and willingness to learn can all be taught and developed. It's mainly a matter of attitude You see it over and over.

Moral of the story: almost nothing is purely nature or nurture.

 

[BigErnMcCracken]

What on earth does this have to do with being politically correct? It's not just you but this cultural phenomenon of whining about political correctness has gotten out of hand. You cannot spend 5 minutes on the internet without seeing someone do it, often when it's totally nonsensical to do so.

It's the last resort of someone who's got nothing to say.

 

[WhereistheDove?]

It's the last resort of someone who's got nothing to say.

Or worse... the first resort.

 

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[BigErnMcCracken]

What is that "anxious" comment supposed to mean?

 

[Rocktheworld]

What is that "anxious" comment supposed to mean?

I don't think Evans understands the negative connotation the word tends to carry. He's a recruiting guy; not an English major

 

[CAHUSKY]

What is that "anxious" comment supposed to mean?

Anxious (very excited and can't wait) for him to get to UConn

 

[Tenspro2002]

What is that "anxious" comment supposed to mean?

I would assume he means "eager".

tty writing, but that's what you get when journalism has been reduced to 140 characters at a time.

 

[RipCity]

Mamadou has a younger brother who is a freshman in HS (19), who is a wing that may make some noise eventually. Another reason to root for Diarra to become another UConn fan favorite.

 

[Leebo]

I would assume he means "eager".

ty writing, but that's what you get when journalism has been reduced to 140 characters at a time.

Probably should have used "should" instead of "need to" too

 

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[tcf15]

Mamadou Diarra (2016) - had a big day today scoring 23 points and pulling down 12 rebounds in a win against Jean De Brebeuf. Diarra wowed spectators with a number of above the rim finishes. Including a big 19 point first half. The UCONN commit will have the fans in Storrs, CT excited about UCONN basketball when he gets to campus. - See more at: http://hoopdreamsmag.com/?p=9612#sthash.eXNbXIxD.dpuf

 

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