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Some of the top scorers in WCBB this season were Ta'Niya Latson, Hannah Hidalgo, & JuJu Watkins. All of them are volume shooters, averaging at least 18 shot attempts per game, shooting less than 50% from the field. In comparison, Paige averaged less than 14. Since the media only seems to report and gush over high scorers, in her last 3 contests, Paige said hold my beer.
Against South Dakota St, OK and USC, Paige demonstrated she can be a pure scorer, averaging 35 ppg, shooting 39-66 from the floor, almost 60% clip, 13-21 from 3-pt land, over 60%. That is unheard of for a player who shoots almost exclusively from the perimeter.
Paige joins some of the other UConn greats in reaching 4 Final Fours.
Currently, Paige is the only player in UConn's history to have 3 seasons with a 20 point scoring average.
With potentially 2 more games in her career, Paige could end as UConn's all-time leader in Tournament points scored.
While Paige has delivered repeatedly with electric Elite Eight performances, she is yet to have a 20-point Final Four game. Her high is 18 in the loss against Arizona in her freshman year. She came up short against Iowa, but I believe we are witnessing a different version of Paige.
Paige had 3 consecutive games of 30 points of more in her freshman year, regular season games. As seen in the Elite Eight games, offense is at a premium as team defenses are dialed in. Her latest 3-game stretch of 30+ plus points is more remarkable because it's happening in the biggest games, on the brightest stage.
Azzi has all the tools and talent, but if only she had Paige's belief in herself and confidence.....
JuJu Watkins looks most likely to win NPOY, but I think we know who the best player in the country is. And if you don't know or are unsure, I suggest watching UConn's last 3 games.
Mikayla Blakes seems the frontrunner for the NFOY, but it's clear that Sarah Strong is not only the best frosh, but easily one of the best players overall.
As gifted as Sarah is offensively, I've been most impressed by her defense. I can't recall a single game where she's been outclassed in an individual matchup. Against SDST, she shut down their best player, Brooklyn Meyer. Against Oklahoma, she made life extremely difficult for Reagan Beers. Last night, not only did she take Kiki Iriafen to school on that wicked spin around basket, but Kiki was held in check after the first quarter. She is a complete player. A superior rebounder, tenacious defender, with cat quick hands, possessing outstanding court vision, and she's cool as a cucumber on the court.
As good a defender as Sarah is, I prefer not to find out how she would fare against Lauren Betts. Betts is so big, if Sarah was guarding, the probability is high she could get into foul trouble. She's too valuable, and has to be on the floor for UConn to prevail against UCLA.
Betts is UCLA's star, but the person I fear is Timea Gardiner. She can flat out shoot the rock from deep. If UConn can keep Gardiner, Gabby Jaquez, and Londynn Jones from getting clear looks, UConn has a great chance of reaching the championship game.
Jana shined against SC. The UCLA game is her opportunity to make a sizable contribution. She doesn't have to score a point. She just needs to put a body on Betts and make her life uncomfortable.
Simply, more Aubrey. Like KK, she makes her presence felt immediately upon entering. Hopefully, her knee will hold up for two more games,
Geno has done exceptionally well dipping into the portal in recent years. From Dorka to LLS, the addition of Kaitlyn Chen paid off handsomely last night. I thought last night was her best overall performance of the season.
Ash seemed a bit off against USC. Could that have been due to lingering effects of her Reagan Beers collision? Beers is built like a Mack truck. Expect a bounce back against UCLA.
It's been a great season, and I've enjoyed every minute. Hopefully, two more games.
Against South Dakota St, OK and USC, Paige demonstrated she can be a pure scorer, averaging 35 ppg, shooting 39-66 from the floor, almost 60% clip, 13-21 from 3-pt land, over 60%. That is unheard of for a player who shoots almost exclusively from the perimeter.
Paige joins some of the other UConn greats in reaching 4 Final Fours.
Currently, Paige is the only player in UConn's history to have 3 seasons with a 20 point scoring average.
With potentially 2 more games in her career, Paige could end as UConn's all-time leader in Tournament points scored.
While Paige has delivered repeatedly with electric Elite Eight performances, she is yet to have a 20-point Final Four game. Her high is 18 in the loss against Arizona in her freshman year. She came up short against Iowa, but I believe we are witnessing a different version of Paige.
Paige had 3 consecutive games of 30 points of more in her freshman year, regular season games. As seen in the Elite Eight games, offense is at a premium as team defenses are dialed in. Her latest 3-game stretch of 30+ plus points is more remarkable because it's happening in the biggest games, on the brightest stage.
Azzi has all the tools and talent, but if only she had Paige's belief in herself and confidence.....
JuJu Watkins looks most likely to win NPOY, but I think we know who the best player in the country is. And if you don't know or are unsure, I suggest watching UConn's last 3 games.
Mikayla Blakes seems the frontrunner for the NFOY, but it's clear that Sarah Strong is not only the best frosh, but easily one of the best players overall.
As gifted as Sarah is offensively, I've been most impressed by her defense. I can't recall a single game where she's been outclassed in an individual matchup. Against SDST, she shut down their best player, Brooklyn Meyer. Against Oklahoma, she made life extremely difficult for Reagan Beers. Last night, not only did she take Kiki Iriafen to school on that wicked spin around basket, but Kiki was held in check after the first quarter. She is a complete player. A superior rebounder, tenacious defender, with cat quick hands, possessing outstanding court vision, and she's cool as a cucumber on the court.
As good a defender as Sarah is, I prefer not to find out how she would fare against Lauren Betts. Betts is so big, if Sarah was guarding, the probability is high she could get into foul trouble. She's too valuable, and has to be on the floor for UConn to prevail against UCLA.
Betts is UCLA's star, but the person I fear is Timea Gardiner. She can flat out shoot the rock from deep. If UConn can keep Gardiner, Gabby Jaquez, and Londynn Jones from getting clear looks, UConn has a great chance of reaching the championship game.
Jana shined against SC. The UCLA game is her opportunity to make a sizable contribution. She doesn't have to score a point. She just needs to put a body on Betts and make her life uncomfortable.
Simply, more Aubrey. Like KK, she makes her presence felt immediately upon entering. Hopefully, her knee will hold up for two more games,
Geno has done exceptionally well dipping into the portal in recent years. From Dorka to LLS, the addition of Kaitlyn Chen paid off handsomely last night. I thought last night was her best overall performance of the season.
Ash seemed a bit off against USC. Could that have been due to lingering effects of her Reagan Beers collision? Beers is built like a Mack truck. Expect a bounce back against UCLA.
It's been a great season, and I've enjoyed every minute. Hopefully, two more games.
