UConn in the NBA Jan 2026

[c29328]

I love it here. The way stuff goes off the rails at a moments notice is spectacular. Spin the wheel and see what the thread goes to next.

 

[HW611]

All in all. This board is getting very excited about DC having a hot streak of 3 point shooting that has led to one 24 point game and a few 18 point outings at best.

That is not a sign of a tremendous scoring breakthrough and doesn’t take away from the fact he should be prioritizing developing his game at the rim more.

Specifically in his last five games he’s had:

12
24
11
6
18

I’m not sure what scoring breakthrough we’re celebrating here. It doesn’t change the fact that if he wants to be an actual and consistent scoring threat, the best way to do so would be to prioritize becoming a paint threat over 3 point threat.

Him having a few great games where he’s scoring the players spoken on before averages does not change that fact.

 

[Samoo]

Mind you, Clingan has two games where he’s scored above 20 points this year. Zubac has 6 and Duren has 11. Including 30 point games. In less games played than Clingan.

In one of those 20 point Clingan outings he was 1 of 4 from 3 and he hasn’t scored 25.

I’m not sure what this victory lap is about.

You are beyond obstinate. Do you even know what the word context means? The reason Donovan hasn't scored more is because that isn't what the Blazers are asking of him. They don't pound the ball down low to him because they don't have a point guard to get it there.

Deni? Nope, most of his assists come on drives and kickouts or the open floor; his passes down low are where many of his turnovers come from.

Caleb Love? He can't pass the ball inside to save his life.

Sharpe? Probably the best of the lot but hardly a point guard.

Toumani, Grant, Murray, Cissoko? None of them are particularly good passers.

Of the top 8 Blazers none have an assist to turnover ratio above 2 except Jrue - who hasn't played in 24 games, and DC. The best chance currently for Donovan getting the ball inside would be him passing it to himself. I watch the Blazers quite a bit and my biggest complaint is that they miss Donovan on the pick and roll at least 5 times every game.

You seem like a relatively smart guy, but your inability to admit that you are ever wrong makes people react negatively. A little self-awareness would be refreshing.

 

[Samoo]

All in all. This board is getting very excited about DC having a hot streak of 3 point shooting that has led to one 24 point game and a few 18 point outings at best.

That is not a sign of a tremendous scoring breakthrough and doesn’t take away from the fact he should be prioritizing developing his game at the rim more.

Specifically in his last five games he’s had:

12
24
11
6
18

I’m not sure what scoring breakthrough we’re celebrating here. It doesn’t change the fact that if he wants to be an actual and consistent scoring threat, the best way to do so would be to prioritize becoming a paint threat over 3 point threat.

Him having a few great games where he’s scoring the players spoken on before averages does not change that fact.

See my previous post for the "facts". If he wants to be an "actual and consistent scoring threat" he should take his salary and buy a point guard.

 

[RuffRuff]

All in all. This board is getting very excited about DC having a hot streak of 3 point shooting that has led to one 24 point game and a few 18 point outings at best.

That is not a sign of a tremendous scoring breakthrough and doesn’t take away from the fact he should be prioritizing developing his game at the rim more.

Specifically in his last five games he’s had:

12
24
11
6
18

I’m not sure what scoring breakthrough we’re celebrating here. It doesn’t change the fact that if he wants to be an actual and consistent scoring threat, the best way to do so would be to prioritize becoming a paint threat over 3 point threat.

Him having a few great games where he’s scoring the players spoken on before averages does not change that fact.

His rim game definitely needs work, as Cling isn't going to make a living off shooting the 3. The dude is so big, and has such good passing skills, not sure why he doesn't look to a guy like Jokic to model some stuff after. His challenge is just going to be that his feet are a bit clumsy.

 

[superjohn]

All in all. This board is getting very excited about DC having a hot streak of 3 point shooting that has led to one 24 point game and a few 18 point outings at best.

That is not a sign of a tremendous scoring breakthrough and doesn’t take away from the fact he should be prioritizing developing his game at the rim more.

Specifically in his last five games he’s had:

12
24
11
6
18

I’m not sure what scoring breakthrough we’re celebrating here. It doesn’t change the fact that if he wants to be an actual and consistent scoring threat, the best way to do so would be to prioritize becoming a paint threat over 3 point threat.

Him having a few great games where he’s scoring the players spoken on before averages does not change that fact.

 

[CardiacAndre7]

All in all. This board is getting very excited about DC having a hot streak of 3 point shooting that has led to one 24 point game and a few 18 point outings at best.

That is not a sign of a tremendous scoring breakthrough and doesn’t take away from the fact he should be prioritizing developing his game at the rim more.

Specifically in his last five games he’s had:

12
24
11
6
18

I’m not sure what scoring breakthrough we’re celebrating here. It doesn’t change the fact that if he wants to be an actual and consistent scoring threat, the best way to do so would be to prioritize becoming a paint threat over 3 point threat.

Him having a few great games where he’s scoring the players spoken on before averages does not change that fact.

Excited because expanding his scoring repertoire bodes well for his overall game. The fact that it bums you out that he is shooting very well is pretty funny.

 

[superjohn]

You seem like a relatively smart guy

 

[HW611]

Excited because expanding his scoring repertoire bodes well for his overall game. The fact that it bums you out that he is shooting very well is pretty funny.

You’re saying these things that don’t mean anything. He’s expanding his scoring repertoire but it doesn’t actually amount to more consistent scoring.

Guys that don’t have that expanded repertoire are scoring better than him. So what does it matter?

This is the stuff that bums me out. Where this board gets way happier for him to knock down 3s while scoring 12 points instead of highlighting his improved post work (that you doubted) which ace posted about.

Just prioritizing the wrong things.

 

[HW611]

His rim game definitely needs work, as Cling isn't going to make a living off shooting the 3. The dude is so big, and has such good passing skills, not sure why he doesn't look to a guy like Jokic to model some stuff after. His challenge is just going to be that his feet are a bit clumsy.

I’ve been saying the Jokic thing since he was here. But some people on this board don’t believe someone can improve anything besides 3 point shooting.

Jokic doesn’t miss in the paint and he’s unguaradable from the FT line down one on one. But the only thing some people will recognize about his game is that he can shoot.

 

[RuffRuff]

I’ve been saying the Jokic thing since he was here. But some people on this board don’t believe someone can improve anything besides 3 point shooting.

Jokic doesn’t miss in the paint and he’s unguaradable from the FT line down one on one. But the only thing some people will recognize about his game is that he can shoot.

I mean listen, you don't draft a 7'2" rebounding rim protector for this 3 point shooting prowess. It's merely a "nice to have". Key for Cling will be demonstrating some efficiency on offense near the basket. He's a giant target. I guess I just wonder if that is something he can manufacture given his lower half isn't exactly the most graceful. He's got great hands, not so much with the feet.

 

[HW611]

I mean listen, you don't draft a 7'2" rebounding rim protector for this 3 point shooting prowess. It's merely a "nice to have". Key for Cling will be demonstrating some efficiency on offense near the basket. He's a giant target. I guess I just wonder if that is something he can manufacture given his lower half isn't exactly the most graceful. He's got great hands, not so much with the feet.

Think his footwork and base aren’t anything that some S&C and drills can’t fix over the years.

 

[REB1094]

In fairness to DC, one of those missed threes was a scramble where he ended up with the ball late in the shot-clock and had to chuck up a turnaround prayer. The best part about all of this for the Blazers is defenders are now actively challenging him and coming out of the paint.

Definitely the key. The Blazers have guys that can score in space (Deni and Shaedon). Pulling a big out of the paint and letting them cook is valuable

So is just being a lob threat at the rim but I’m sure they’ll find the right mix lol

 

[RuffRuff]

Think his footwork and base aren’t anything that some S&C and drills can’t fix over the years.

You seem to think anything/everything is teachable. If it was that easy, everyone would be an all pro.

 

[superjohn]

You’re saying these things that don’t mean anything. He’s expanding his scoring repertoire but it doesn’t actually amount to more consistent scoring.

Guys that don’t have that expanded repertoire are scoring better than him. So what does it matter?

This is the stuff that bums me out. Where this board gets way happier for him to knock down 3s while scoring 12 points instead of highlighting his improved post work (that you doubted) which ace posted about.

Just prioritizing the wrong things.

Your first paragraph makes no sense. Actually the entire post makes no sense.

You clearly don't watch his games. I sincerely hope you can undertand statistics and sample size but who knows...

Over Clingan's first 19 games of the season he shot 49% on two pointers and 25% on three pointers. His last 14 games he shot 68% on two pointers and 49% on three pointers.

His entire offensive game is improving as is his rebounding.

 

[HW611]

You seem to think anything/everything is teachable. If it was that easy, everyone would be an all pro.

Not everyone has the right teaching, work ethic, and advisors.

I’d go more in depth but it’d be largely pointless.

 

[REB1094]

All in all. This board is getting very excited about DC having a hot streak of 3 point shooting that has led to one 24 point game and a few 18 point outings at best.

That is not a sign of a tremendous scoring breakthrough and doesn’t take away from the fact he should be prioritizing developing his game at the rim more.

Specifically in his last five games he’s had:

12
24
11
6
18

I’m not sure what scoring breakthrough we’re celebrating here. It doesn’t change the fact that if he wants to be an actual and consistent scoring threat, the best way to do so would be to prioritize becoming a paint threat over 3 point threat.

Him having a few great games where he’s scoring the players spoken on before averages does not change that fact.

I think we generally agree on where Clingan should get his shots but the back to back 18s and the 24 are really big deal. 24 is his career high, the 18s are up there. I think being able to having those scoring games is huge for a 2nd year guy whose draft profile was “DPOY level rim protector with a very raw offense”

Some days he’ll go 3-5 from three, some days he’ll go 0-3 but will go 7-7 on twos. I don’t think he’ll ever be a major post up threat because of how his body is, but I think he will long term be the most effective if 70-80% of his shots are close and 20-30 are from three

Roll man/lob threat that will occasionally step out and drain a three is a great profile and with enough volume could end up being around 15-18 PPG in a few years

 

[HW611]

Your first paragraph makes no sense. Actually the entire post makes no sense.

You clearly don't watch his games. I sincerely hope you can undertand statistics and sample size but who knows...

Over Clingan's first 19 games of the season he shot 49% on two pointers and 25% on three pointers. His last 14 games he shot 68% on two pointers and 49% on three pointers.

His entire offensive game is improving as is his rebounding.

He’s expanding his scoring repertoire but it doesn’t actually amount to more consistent scoring.

Guys that don’t have that expanded repertoire are scoring better than him. So what does it matter?

Proceeds to show percentages and not actual scoring output.

 

[RuffRuff]

Not everyone has the right teaching, work ethic, and advisors.

I’d go more in depth but it’d be largely pointless.

If you don't an NBA franchise who has millions invested in a player doesn't have the right resources, then I don't know who would. You use this application against too many scenarios, as if anyone had the right teacher, they could become something they very well may not be able to become.

 

[Waquoit]

I’ve been saying the Jokic thing since he was here. But some people on this board don’t believe someone can improve anything besides 3 point shooting.

Part of the excitement is coming from the fact that his post footwork is better every game. People that watch the game can see it. They can also see that he's not one of Portland scoring threats yet but his facilitation is very mature for a player of his age. So harping on totals while he's still growing his game is what I call "you missed a spot over there" analysis. But again, if some people can't see it in the numbers, then it didn't happen.

 

[HW611]

I think we generally agree on where Clingan should get his shots but the back to back 18s and the 24 are really big deal. 24 is his career high, the 18s are up there. I think being able to having those scoring games is huge for a 2nd year guy whose draft profile was “DPOY level rim protector with a very raw offense”

Some days he’ll go 3-5 from three, some days he’ll go 0-3 but will go 7-7 on twos. I don’t think he’ll ever be a major post up threat because of how his body is, but I think he will long term be the most effective if 70-80% of his shots are close and 20-30 are from three

Roll man/lob threat that will occasionally step out and drain a three is a great profile and with enough volume could end up being around 15-18 PPG in a few years

I’m happy for those outings. My overall point is that they aren’t a sign that him focusing on 3s is a good thing, which we agree on. The 18 point outings involved him making 1 and 2 threes. 3s weren’t a big part of those scoring nights to have a “keep shooting big fella” celebration party.

As I pointed out with Duren and Zubac, he doesn’t have to be a back to the basket guy to average 15-18PPG like they do. Especially as one of the best offensive rebounders in the league.

 

[HW611]

If you don't an NBA franchise who has millions invested in a player doesn't have the right resources, then I don't know who would. You use this application against too many scenarios, as if anyone had the right teacher, they could become something they very well may not be able to become.

I mean, Jokic is kind of the prime example of this.

 

[superjohn]

He’s expanding his scoring repertoire but it doesn’t actually amount to more consistent scoring.

Guys that don’t have that expanded repertoire are scoring better than him. So what does it matter?

Proceeds to show percentages and not actual scoring output.

He averaged 12.6 ppg over his last 14 games shooting 68% on two pointers and 49% on three pointers.

He averaged 10.2 ppg over his first 19 games on 49% on two pointers and 25% on three pointers.

 

[Inyatkin]

Just play more like Jokic!

good lord.

Maybe the best offensive player we've ever seen.

Hey Alex Karaban, just go be LeBron!

 

[CardiacAndre7]

He’s expanding his scoring repertoire but it doesn’t actually amount to more consistent scoring.

Guys that don’t have that expanded repertoire are scoring better than him. So what does it matter?

Proceeds to show percentages and not actual scoring output.

He’s a second year player. Also Duren has more of a scoring bag, he faces up and drives well now because he is quick and strong as hell. He just doesn’t have the outside shot yet, which he definitely will develop.