Tarin Smith commits to UConn

[gtcam]

Smith was far more productive off the bench last year - he played as many minutes as he did whe he started and increased his PPG by nearly 5. I can't even pretend to know anything about him or the Duquesne team.
His stats are very similar to AA when he was at Fordham.
I don't see him more that a 3rd option at either guard position. I'm sure Bob H Sr had something to do with this decision.
In the end UConn is basically going into this season with same line-up as last season - a lot of the AAC teams have gotten stronger over the off season
Coach Dan Hurley has his work cut out for him but if he can get these kids to play hard and smart they should be competitive
Welcome Tarin!!!!

 

[6xChamps]

@DuqMBB Falls to St. Bonaventure in Closing Seconds

Here’s a recap of the game against St Bonaventure last year (who was a very good team). Tarin dropped 24 points in a close loss.

 

[Zionn]

What AAC teams got stronger exactly?

 

[6xChamps]

What AAC teams got stronger exactly?

Yea was gonna say... I’d say the league got significantly worse this offseason. Particularly at the top with WSU and Cincy

 

[intlzncster]

I don't see him more that a 3rd option at either guard position. I'm sure Bob H Sr had something to do with this decision.

Hopefully he's the 4th. Jalen, Vital, Gilbert, Smith/Adams. And he won't have to play as much as AA.

In the end UConn is basically going into this season with same line-up as last season - a lot of the AAC teams have gotten stronger over the off season

Definitely not in terms of depth. They've got 5 guards next year, as opposed to 3 last year. With the addition of development at every position. They can hold actual 5 on 5 scrimmages next year!

 

[Vuce]

What AAC teams got stronger exactly?

Yeah I agree. If anything the league overall should be weaker next year than it was this year. That said....we just need to improve this year with Hurley. Let’s worry about us

 

[Storrs South]

Hopefully he's the 4th. Jalen, Vital, Gilbert, Smith/Adams.

If I'm being honest, hopefully he's the 5th.

 

[EBonz30]

Tarin Smith can play, not sure how many of you know about him, kid can play...

Welcome to the Huskies Tarin!!

 

[Hey Adrien!]

Some stats:

* His 4.4 FTA last season would have been second on the team. We need more players who are fearless of contact.
* His 3P% is 33.3% but Smith didn't hit a 3 until his 6th game. If you take out his 3P stats in the first 5 games, his 3P% was 36.1%, which also would have been 2nd on the team.

Overall, not crazy about the move, but can't argue for more guard depth that only takes up one year of eligibility. Could do much worse for the 5th guard spot.

 

[Dabutlerdidit]

 

[Storrs South]

 

[80shusky]

Welcome Tarin!

 

[HawkHusky]

That's a solid list of suitors. Welcome Tarin!

 

[Fishy]

I would think the odds are near zero.

Kimani Hunter recruited both to Nebraska and now one of them to UConn. I just don’t see an opening for Johnson.

Correction - Hunter and Smith were at Nebraska together but I think they both got there the same season.

 

[Son of Robert]

Welcome Tarin!! Let's see some ballin.

I think the Hurleys and Kenya Hunter know this player and are confident that he fits what they are trying to do here. Veteran guard depth, perimeter defense, dribble penetration with interior passing, tough athletic scorer, one year scholly.

Love the dunk.

 

[intlzncster]

Some smart coaches after him in Musselman, Kruger, and Pikiell.

 

[Son of Robert]

Correction - Hunter and Smith were at Nebraska together but I think they both got there the same season.

Fishy,
Kimani Young, Kenya Hunter

 

[intlzncster]

Him and Jumpman should throw down this year. Need more big dunks.

 

[KingAG]

With all due respect to Antwoine Anderson I believe Tarin Smith is a better player overall.

 

[Austin316]

Welcome TSmith

 

[tcf15]

Hat tip to @tcf15 for pulling this one out of the clouds.

2018 Recruiting: - Tarin Smith (Grad Transfer)

 

[Fishy]

Fishy,
Kimani Young, Kenya Hunter

Give me like six months to get them straight.

 

[Tex-Lager93]

Give me like six months to get them straight.

I saw the blog had him listed as Kenya Walker. Makes me think he has a wicked crossover.

 

[Kmba2Rmemba]

Alittle hype never hurt anyone (tap right on his picture):

 

[Stainmaster]

Tweeted his commitment at 4:20 PM. I see you Tarin.

@THC bless you for liking this post.

 

[Mano]

I expect Mr. Smith will be Tarin it up. @intlzncster

Welcome young man!

 

[bigknight3]

Give me like six months to get them straight.

You go hunting for big game in Kenya.

Kenya Hunter

 

[intlzncster]

I expect Mr. Smith will be Tarin it up. @intlzncster

Welcome young man!

 

[uconnbill]

There is nothing wrong with a guard coming off the bench that can score. Something UConn was missing all season long and again adds to the depth.

Welcome to Storrs, Tarin Smith

 

[KingAG]

You’ll see a lot of Tarin Smith in this game. Playing against our guy Hurley. He’d be the best 5th guard in America lol. Kid has game