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Message: [QUOTE="HuskyNan, post: 4722575, member: 4"] Let me clarify - when I say “role player” I don’t mean to diminish or demean that player in any way. And, no, [USER=11880]@Blond D.[/USER] , I’m not talking about scoring. On role players, Kelly Faris could impact a game without having her efforts show much of anything in the box score. She defended, deflected passes, set screens, and simply impacted the game in ways that that made it possible for the stars to dominate. She was a facilitator, a term that could be used rather than role player. As a UConn fan, I wouldn’t trade Kelly for anyone, she was that vital to the team. Nika can also impact a game and is a vital component of the team. Statistical contributions aside, what Nika brings in intensity, focus, and leadership make her invaluable. Nika also does what she does best well - defend, assist, and, well, facilitate. She’s this team’s Kelly and I wouldn’t trade her for anyone because she meshes so seamlessly with the team’s stars. THAT is an important aspect, too. But neither Kelly nor Nika can take over a game like Paige, Aaliyah, or Azzi. It’s not a knock on them but it is just my opinion so feel free to disagree (without fear of retribution from me [USER=10677]@Skeets[/USER]) [/QUOTE]