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Kenny11 said:
He seems to get off the ground quick for dunks and would be able to block and bother shots. And he’s a legit 7 footer.

But I hated how when he gets a rebound he gets stuck in the mud, can’t find open man so the pg will literally have to come to him. This eliminates chances for fast break but is usually better than letting a player like that try outlet passes that end up being turnovers.

Its May so most of the better bigs are already going to be gone for 2019. I wouldn’t mind taking him if he’s a hard worker that really wants to be good. If we wait until 2020 for our big that’s fine too, but Hurley can’t be afraid to play Whaley this season.
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Look

You can coach. Teach a kid. The obvious thing is he hasn’t played a lot of organized ball. A solid smart PG goes to him immediately after he rebounds. Eventually ... passing the outlet becomes quite routine. Lots of drills. It’s no big thing.

What to like? High quality hand eye coordination. He’s great at rotating his hands to get rebounds or dunk. He’s agile and free moving.

Brimah? There are some things AB would never learn. I’m actually curious to watch him today. Maybe. This kid is at the very beginning.
 
Kenny11 said:
He seems to get off the ground quick for dunks and would be able to block and bother shots. And he’s a legit 7 footer.

But I hated how when he gets a rebound he gets stuck in the mud, can’t find open man so the pg will literally have to come to him. This eliminates chances for fast break but is usually better than letting a player like that try outlet passes that end up being turnovers.

Its May so most of the better bigs are already going to be gone for 2019. I wouldn’t mind taking him if he’s a hard worker that really wants to be good. If we wait until 2020 for our big that’s fine too, but Hurley can’t be afraid to play Whaley this season.
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Real question, Have you seen him play???? I saw someone post this when his video first came out on here. And you are posting about this now about him. Did you actually witness this multiple times or Is this all based off the ONE play in his ONE highlight video (at the 1 minute mark) that he grabs the D board and a lengthy guard/forward digs in and is frenetically jumping in his face playing good D to prevent the outlet pass and Issanza holds the ball for an extra couple of ball fakes AND DOESN'T turn the ball over, which is more important than a quick outlet....Very confused by this take....
 
kcc1442 said:
Real question, Have you seen him play???? I saw someone post this when his video first came out on here. And you are posting about this now about him. Did you actually witness this multiple times or Is this all based off the ONE play in his ONE highlight video (at the 1 minute mark) that he grabs the D board and a lengthy guard/forward digs in and is frenetically jumping in his face playing good D to prevent the outlet pass and Issanza holds the ball for an extra couple of ball fakes AND DOESN'T turn the ball over, which is more important than a quick outlet....Very confused by this take....
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I think Kenny11 is spot on for his take, not that hard to understand. Not overly concerning but when big meant do not know how to pivot out of traps there tends to be turnovers. He did one that was alarming as nt only was he in bad form to get away he also made himself about 6'4" instead of 7 foot. No I haven't seen him play and I only saw it once but because it was such an easy out of a trap you can ask the question or maybe even assume he needs work in that area. Good news is he's fairly new to the game it takes time.
 
pj said:
His game looks like dunks and blocked shots. That's fine with me, it adds something we lack.

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mauconnfan said:
I think Kenny11 is spot on for his take, not that hard to understand. Not overly concerning but when big meant do not know how to pivot out of traps there tends to be turnovers. He did one that was alarming as nt only was he in bad form to get away he also made himself about 6'4" instead of 7 foot. No I haven't seen him play and I only saw it once but because it was such an easy out of a trap you can ask the question or maybe even assume he needs work in that area. Good news is he's fairly new to the game it takes time.
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Just a reminder that the video I posted was from 2017-18 and he had only about 1 year of basketball experience under his belt at that time. He's from the Congo and hasn't played much basketball. I think we can expect his game is rising up the steep part of the learning curve, and he'll be much better as a UConn freshman than he was in that video. Supposedly he has a 7'7" wingspan. I think he could be a great player for us.
 
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pj said:
Just a reminder that the video I posted was from 2017-18 and he had only about 1 year of basketball experience under his belt at that time. He's from the Congo and hasn't played much basketball. I think we can expect his game is rising up the steep part of the learning curve, and he'll be much better as a UConn freshman than he was in that video. Supposedly he has a 7'7" wingspan. I think he could be a great player for us.
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Yeah I understand. I would take him. He’s intriguing. My criticism on not being able to get rid of the ball after a rebound, and not being able to even pivot wasn’t meant to bash him or imply he won’t get better with good coaching, but this is something that I’ve seen with inexperienced players (this seems like the case here) or players that just don’t have a good feel for the game. I’m not expecting Jokic on the outlet passes. This kid could end up being good
 
Kenny11 said:
Yeah I understand. I would take him. He’s intriguing. My criticism on not being able to get rid of the ball after a rebound, and not being able to even pivot wasn’t meant to bash him or imply he won’t get better with good coaching, but this is something that I’ve seen with inexperienced players (this seems like the case here) or players that just don’t have a good feel for the game. I’m not expecting Jokic on the outlet passes. This kid could end up being good
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Good news is he's new to the game. One can only hope eventually he'd be able to throw some outlet passes as we are geared for running the ball with the skill set of our guards as well as the one's we are recruiting. The fear is he's Brimah and needs to hand the ball off backwards for 4 years. Wouldn't mind this kid though, definitely worth the shot.
 
He left without a commitment, which isnt a great sign if the staff really wants him.
 
Would have no problem w/ this guy as a backup center, 10-15mpg, type. Block some shots, protect the rim, and maybe develop into more. Guys like this sometimes blossom into really nice pieces.

As for all the AB talk, I think we'd all sign up for another Amida, warts and all. He was still a pretty effective piece for four years. No, he didn't develop like we thought he would when some were thinking he'd eventually be a lottery pick after his freshmen year. But he was still a productive big man.
 
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boog204 said:
Would have no problem w/ this guy as a backup center, 10-15mpg, type. Block some shots, protect the rim, and maybe develop into more. Guys like this sometimes blossom into really nice pieces.

As for all the AB talk, I think we'd all sign up for another Amida, warts and all. He was still a pretty effective piece for four years. No, he didn't develop like we thought he would when some were thinking he'd eventually be a lottery pick after his freshmen year. But he was still a productive big man.
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There were some wondering if he'd be be a full 4 year guy at one time which amazed me lol, but I'd be thrilled to have him and Carlton as my 5 rotation next year or even last year. He was brought along at UConn with unfortunate timing because he was THE guy. If KO could've produced a solid 4 star 5 he would've been more than welcomed as the 10-16 minute guy.
 
I’m just so confused by the scholarship situation. If we get this guy, we are (as of today at least) out of scholarships. Yet we are still recruiting Cole, Hyland, and Langford. Seems like we are recruiting 5-6 guys hard for a maximum of 2 spots.
 
JimHurley said:
I’m just so confused by the scholarship situation. If we get this guy, we are (as of today at least) out of scholarships. Yet we are still recruiting Cole, Hyland, and Langford. Seems like we are recruiting 5-6 guys hard for a maximum of 2 spots.
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Best not to think about it as there are things going on behind the scenes that we (well other than urinal Chief) are not privy too. If we're still recruiting, we have schollies available. Looks like we want a big and a guard. And I'm fine w/ that scenario.
 
boog204 said:
Would have no problem w/ this guy as a backup center, 10-15mpg, type. Block some shots, protect the rim, and maybe develop into more. Guys like this sometimes blossom into really nice pieces.

As for all the AB talk, I think we'd all sign up for another Amida, warts and all. He was still a pretty effective piece for four years. No, he didn't develop like we thought he would when some were thinking he'd eventually be a lottery pick after his freshmen year. But he was still a productive big man.
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As the talent got worse around Brimah his flaws were exposed much more. That hopefully wont be a problem anymore with regards to the talent around here
 
JimHurley said:
I’m just so confused by the scholarship situation. If we get this guy, we are (as of today at least) out of scholarships. Yet we are still recruiting Cole, Hyland, and Langford. Seems like we are recruiting 5-6 guys hard for a maximum of 2 spots.
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boog204 said:
Best not to think about it as there are things going on behind the scenes that we (well other than urinal Chief) are not privy too. If we're still recruiting, we have schollies available. Looks like we want a big and a guard. And I'm fine w/ that scenario.
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Exactly. Things are being worked on behind the scenes with a certain player. Its pretty obvious who it is.
 
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BFieldHusky said:
Exactly. Things are being worked on behind the scenes with a certain player. Its pretty obvious who it is.
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Im assuming you mean Diarra, even though he has been lifting with the team. If you had to guess is that the only move being made?
 
Jbirdp5 said:
Im assuming you mean Diarra, even though he has been lifting with the team. If you had to guess is that the only move being made?
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He can still lift with the team... and he will continue to if he gives up the athletic scholarship too. That is irrelevant.
 
mauconnfan said:
I think Kenny11 is spot on for his take, not that hard to understand. Not overly concerning but when big meant do not know how to pivot out of traps there tends to be turnovers. He did one that was alarming as nt only was he in bad form to get away he also made himself about 6'4" instead of 7 foot. No I haven't seen him play and I only saw it once but because it was such an easy out of a trap you can ask the question or maybe even assume he needs work in that area. Good news is he's fairly new to the game it takes time.
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Yeah but ...

That's teachable. I know I know ... Brimah never did learn some of these things. But some kids can learn through drill repetition. Do NOT expect 7 footers to be the fundamental structure you need (like we recruit for PG) ... we recruit for that height and the evaluation needs to be on whether he can evolve.
 
I see greatly different opinions and bickering from some of the 'insiders'. The way I hear it you are actually in agreement only your perspective is different. This guy looks to me, to be a handy, though limited, fill in player off the bench for a couple of years, but has the potential to be dominant in years 3-4. How about we agree the kid needs work and be positive about what the potential he brings. Just because you criticize doesn't make you an expert in others eyes.
 
HuskeyinSC said:
I see greatly different opinions and bickering from some of the 'insiders'. The way I hear it you are actually in agreement only your perspective is different. This guy looks to me, to be a handy, though limited, fill in player off the bench for a couple of years, but has the potential to be dominant in years 3-4. How about we agree the kid needs work and be positive about what the potential he brings. Just because you criticize doesn't make you an expert in others eyes.
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I don’t see many criticisms maybe concerns which is ok. Not too many here wouldn’t be happy with him being a Husky and hoping for exactly what your 4 year plan would turn out.
 
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I wonder why all these big 12 schools that were recruiting him backed off. I guess production? His production has been inconsistent but I like his frame, his ability to run the floor, upside. One thing we have is Coach Hunter, I trust his ability to develop bigs.
 
UcannUconn said:
One thing we have is Coach Hunter, I trust his ability to develop bigs.
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Based on.... Carlton or someone else? Not being difficult, just felt that Carlton's improvement was more physical than skill. You could see he had some skills freshmen year but physically could not do it against anyone. This year, he dominated guys with comparable athleticism. This year, hopefully, he can do it against guys who may be more athletic.
 
boog204 said:
Based on.... Carlton or someone else? Not being difficult, just felt that Carlton's improvement was more physical than skill. You could see he had some skills freshmen year but physically could not do it against anyone. This year, he dominated guys with comparable athleticism. This year, hopefully, he can do it against guys who may be more athletic.
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Based on his past work at Georgetown and Nebraska and his reputation.
 
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