Tyrese is playing his way into an opportunity in the NBA

[TeasenDonut]

Tyrese is playing his way into an opportunity in the NBA. He has the combination of size, strength, athleticism, and skill that will make for an effective role player. Reminds me a bit of Jae Crowder’s game— 6’6”, strong, defends the perimeter well, great rebounder, can make open shots and get to the rim. Just needs to work on his finishing.

 

[UconnU]

Not certain he’ll be drafted but he will get a chance to play in the league for sure. If not he’ll play in the better European leagues. I don’t expect him back.

 

[HeGotGame]

Why are people so bad with thread titles

 

[Huskyforlife]

This thread makes me wonder how many non NBA level UConn players have gotten NBA hype from people on this board in the last few years? Polley, Martin, Cole, Carlton, Whaley, Akok, anyone else?

Edit: Hawkins

 

[8893]

Edit: Hawkins

Writing him off less than a month and half into his freshman year? SMH

 

[McLovin]

Idk if Jae Crowder us the right comp. I’d say I see a mix of LeBron James, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant in his game. But that’s just me.

 

[TheChamps990411]

Tyrese is playing his way into an opportunity in the NBA. He has the combination of size, strength, athleticism, and skill that will make for an effective role player. Reminds me a bit of Jae Crowder’s game— 6’6”, strong, defends the perimeter well, great rebounder, can make open shots and get to the rim. Just needs to work on his finishing.

I think he could be a Bruce Bowen type. Play defense, rebound and hit the open 3s when open.

 

[Stinger92860]

Idk if Jae Crowder us the right comp. I’d say I see a mix of LeBron James, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant in his game. But that’s just me.

How about Alec Burks without the limited pg skills

 

[Huskyforlife]

Writing him off less than a month and half into his freshman year? SMH

Nah, he still has the potential. I just meant as of this second he wouldn't make the NBA. But I understand how that could seem overly negative. The kid has loads of talent still, and it would probably be fair to put him in the Andre camp of closer to the NBA than everyone else on the roster.

 

[UCTitleTown]

Why are people so bad with thread titles

That should be the New Year's resolution for many Yarders. Think of a title that is clear and means what you want it to and that won't freak out the entire Boneyard community. There's been some doozies lately.

 

[HooperScooper]

But there are times when Tyrese Martin looks like both the Huskies’ best and most indispensable player, as well.

“I think people are just starting to realize how good he is,” Hurley said. “He’s a heck of a player, one of the better players in the conference on the wing. He’s an NBA player.”

UConn’s toughest player may be Tyrese Martin, who could be playing through pain all season

 

[king conn]

First entry into the NBA portal?

 

[huskiesNhoos]

This thread makes me wonder how many non NBA level UConn players have gotten NBA hype from people on this board in the last few years? Polley, Martin, Cole, Carlton, Whaley, Akok, anyone else?

Edit: Hawkins

All summer long Polley was Duncan Robinson around here...as of Nov...not so much

 

[huskyfan224]

If Kelan Martin can play on a NBA court, Tyrese Martin most certainly can

 

[Huskybass]

If Tyrese continues to play well enough to be a legit future NBA player (as his coach apparently stated) we are in for a very good season.

I see him more as a Europe pro talent, but I would be happy to be wrong.

 

[Ratso]

Just needs to work on his finishing.

G-League. Nice to see joe johnson back up.

 

[tennmike]

Big Tyrese fan. Hope he makes a good living playing hoops - perhaps internationally. Also wish he was Ajax's roommate. Two wings with that agression would be fun to watch.

 

[TeasenDonut]

This thread makes me wonder how many non NBA level UConn players have gotten NBA hype from people on this board in the last few years? Polley, Martin, Cole, Carlton, Whaley, Akok, anyone else?

Edit: Hawkins

It’s almost like we’re a blue blood program where our best players get chances in the NBA

 

[UCOnions]

Well, the Marquette cheerleaders like him

 

[navery12]

Well, the Marquette cheerleaders like him
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I noticed that too watching it live

 

[80shusky]

I love the guy. He's tough, strong, plays good D, gets up on the boards, gets down with the funk, finishes around the rim, can create his own shot, can take his man off the dribble, gets his feelgood on realgood. But he's not an NBA player right now. He can't shoot it consistently enough. If he gets there this year, UConn gone be good.

 

[Spaceman213J]

His handle and shot need to improve. Being more consistent from the line would help his cause, too.

 

[Huskyforlife]

It’s almost like we’re a blue blood program where our best players get chances in the NBA

It's almost like we have a history of NBA level talent. All of whom woulda made it to the NBA had they played at Weber St.

 

[Huskybass]

Jerome Dyson and Rodney Purvis both played in the NBA, albeit briefly. I see no reason why Tyrese Martin can't do the same.

 

[RichZ]

Like I said in the ThoughtZ the other day -- he reminds me more and more of Donny Marshall. For his career, Donny averaged about 10 points, 4-1/2 boards, a dime and a steal. In his senior year, it was almost 16 points & 6 boards. Dimes and steals were higher than career average, but not by all that much.
Donny got drafted in the 2nd round, mostly because JC 'made some calls on his behalf' but Donny gave him ammunition in the NCAA tourney, when he averaged 24pts a game and was named to the All Tourney team.

 

[mauconnfan]

Like I said in the ThoughtZ the other day -- he reminds me more and more of Donny Marshall. For his career, Donny averaged about 10 points, 4-1/2 boards, a dime and a steal. In his senior year, it was almost 16 points & 6 boards. Dimes and steals were higher than career average, but not by all that much.
Donny got drafted in the 2nd round, mostly because JC 'made some calls on his behalf' but Donny gave him ammunition in the NCAA tourney, when he averaged 24pts a game and was named to the All Tourney team.

If he shot it a little better this would be the perfect comparison. Imagine Tyrese having a Doron and KO throwing upcourt passes to a streaking Rese? Same athlete good call RichZ.

 

[HuskyHawk]

Well, the Marquette cheerleaders like him
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He is a handsome dude.

I recall late summer when I said he'd start at the SG spot with Jackson at the 3 and this board insisted he couldn't play guard. I thought he showed enough ball handling last year to dispel that, but I would say he did what he said he was doing in the offseason and worked on it. It shows, he's really comfortable with the ball now.

That's really the key, along with reliable outside shooting. His size, athleticism, strength and rebounding were already + traits to make him a good bench guard in the NBA. Since we obviously love silly comps, I'll throw out the best one I have (with his defense not at this level) Marcus Smart. Guy just does a bit of everything you need to help you win.

 

[8893]

I just meant as of this second he wouldn't make the NBA.

I will ask again: WHO SAID HE WOULD?

 

[gtcam]

Idk if Jae Crowder us the right comp. I’d say I see a mix of LeBron James, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant in his game. But that’s just me.

Then he'll be the next UConn All-American and NBA Hall of Famer- correct?

 

[UofCT]

Where can I find the “Polley can be an NBA player” boneyard thread?