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imno1 said:
JB could also ask where is J Lamb right now. Neither Dan Hurley nor DD had the talent of Bouk and neither were predicted to go in round 1 James isn't leaving if he isn't a first rounder but he’s showing lottery pick talent. I’d be surprised and disappointed in his development if he’s here after next year.
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He needs to get stronger. Let's see what he does in the offseason. There were a ton of NBA scouts there last night, mostly for Precious, but no doubt Bouknight is on their radar. If he can add 15 pounds of muscle from now through next year and is our clear lead scorer next year in the Big East, maybe. But I'm inclined to think he may need one more year to get his body where it needs to be.

By way of example, Anthony Edwards is projected #1 right now. 6'5" (same height as James) but 225. No way JB is putting on that much weight, but he's 175 now.
 
HuskyHawk said:
He needs to get stronger. Let's see what he does in the offseason. There were a ton of NBA scouts there last night, mostly for Precious, but no doubt Bouknight is on their radar. If he can add 15 pounds of muscle from now through next year and is our clear lead scorer next year in the Big East, maybe. But I'm inclined to think he may need one more year to get his body where it needs to be.

By way of example, Anthony Edwards is projected #1 right now. 6'5" (same height as James) but 225. No way JB is putting on that much weight, but he's 175 now.
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Haliburton is about the same size as Bouknight and will be a lottery pick. I think James will be stronger next year but he doesn't need to be 225. (See Rip Hamilton).
 
As far as Bouknight goes, he isn't listed on any mock drafts for 2021 (or obviously 2020). That doesn't mean he can't play his way into being a prospect for next year. But outside of our UConn bubble, which I'm admittedly a part of, Bouknight isn't seen as a two-and-done yet. And it sounds like the 2021 draft will be a strong one, due to this year's high school seniors and some international players. If Bouknight plays so awesome next year that he becomes a sure-fire first round pick, it's great news for the program. Otherwise, he might very well be on the three-year plan that was worked so well for UConn players and teams in the past. 2021 could be a special year.

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James needs to get stronger and he will but there are plenty of skinny young players in the NBA. It mostly comes down to natural talent and working hard to develop your skills.
 
imno1 said:
Halliburton is about the same size as Bouknight and will be a lottery pick. I think James will be stronger next year but he doesn't need to be 225. (See Rip Hamilton).
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I said that there is no way he would ever be 225. But he likely needs to get to 190-195.

Haliburton is a little heavier, and is PG. Even still the draft scouting reports say he needs to get stronger so he can guard NBA SG as well as PG. He also broke his wrist and is out for the year it seems.
 
It's not one thing that makes you NBA ready. Can James be a good NBA player at just a few pounds heavier than he is today? Yes. But to do so, he needs to be at a much better level as a shooter. He's a terrific scorer, and has good basketball instincts, but he needs to be able to shoot the ball much more consistently.
 
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This is my first year with season tickets (XL only), but I’m definitely getting them again next year. Outside of the atmosphere, it’s been really cool watching the team grow and seeing past players came back. I’ve run into a few alum the last couple games and was able to get some pics.

Walked past Andre Jackson before the game Sunday but wasn’t sure enough to stop and ask him for a pic. Once I saw him on the big board I realized it was in fact the guy I saw.
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UConNation said:
This is my first year with season tickets (XL only), but I’m definitely getting them again next year. Outside of the atmosphere, it’s been really cool watching the team grow and seeing past players came back. I’ve run into a few alumnthe last couple games and was able to get some pics.

also so saw Andre Jackson before the game Sunday but wasn’t sure enough to stop and ask him for a pic. Once I saw him on the big board I realized it was in fact the guy I saw.View attachment 50972
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Griggs said:
Before Bouk and Akok start thinking about leaving early, the should ask where Daniel Hamilton and Diandre Daniels are right now.
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Yup. Hamilton never should of left early. I cud see Daniels because his stock was super high after we won. But Hamilton was a real
Head scratcher
 
Hamilton never wanted to be in college and his brother was in the League, so he left. Everyone has their own story.

Would love to see/hear any reactions from the recruits in the stands. And how about that Andre dunk package? (gotta keep recruiting those commits, bc you know other schools prob haven't stopped!)
 
imno1 said:
JB could also ask where is J Lamb right now. Neither Dan Hurley nor DD had the talent of Bouk and neither were predicted to go in round 1 James isn't leaving if he isn't a first rounder but he’s showing lottery pick talent. I’d be surprised and disappointed in his development if he’s here after next year.
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Dan Hurley and DD were talented in many areas but they lacked some areas, as does Bouk, but all 3 share a lack of something that does make a difference - an NBA body. If you want to play at the next level you have to have out of this world skill, something all 3 do not have, and if not, have to have an all around game with a body that will bang with the men playing every night.
Will Bouk bulk up without disrupting his speed or agility? Will his body handle the extra weight and muscle needed? His defensive foot skill is bad now, will the extra weight allow him to improve on his lateral movement? Sometimes a players skill is built for the body they have now and a change is not a good thing.
Bouk has the offensive skills and thinking to play in the next level but no way can he enter with his body now and I don't see it after next season either.
Lamd needed to bulk and it took him 3 full NBA seasons to get where he needed to be before he could be a meaningful contributor. He was lucky that the patience was with him - some guys don't get that opportunity.
I hope he stays the 3 plus years to be the best he can be.
 
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navery12 said:
You're missing his point, he said it's too early to worry not too early think about 2021
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but i never said i was worried i said it was curious
 
24/7 has a writeup on Etienne's visits to Syracuse and UConn. Anyone know if there is any real insight there?
 
UConnSwag11 said:
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James will get stronger in the offseason, it’s a top priority for him and the staff. Much less worried about “will he be 195 by next season” and more just about overall strength even if it means he’s “only 180.”. I posted an article last week about this. Sal doesn’t really worry much about what his weight on the scale is. Way more about adding strength, quickness, explosiveness, etc so he can attack the basket and finish at the rim better/take bumps/hold up in defense. Lamb is listed at 180 currently. So thinking JB needs to add 20 lbs in an offseason is off base. Some guys don’t respond well to added weight, especially that quickly. Maybe I’m wrong, but I’d be shocked if he comes in that heavy for next season. He’s a smooth, long, explosive athlete. Following a similar trajectory to guys like Lamb, Rip, SGA etc etc makes some sense.
 
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HuskyHawk said:
He needs to get stronger. Let's see what he does in the offseason. There were a ton of NBA scouts there last night, mostly for Precious, but no doubt Bouknight is on their radar. If he can add 15 pounds of muscle from now through next year and is our clear lead scorer next year in the Big East, maybe. But I'm inclined to think he may need one more year to get his body where it needs to be.

By way of example, Anthony Edwards is projected #1 right now. 6'5" (same height as James) but 225. No way JB is putting on that much weight, but he's 175 now.
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I see bouknight being very Kerry kittles-esque next year
 
The Viking said:
Train is off the tracks gentlemen. This thread is about potential future recruits.
Start a thread about bouknight estimated departure dates if u want so we can keep this one clean.
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Who can summarize the kids that came, their games, UConn etc etc?

Thanks Viking I keep checking in and seeing Bouk is still a recruit. I will admit he sure helped recruiting Sunday and a few games prior. They all may want to be James.
 
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