Vital better be careful, Bouknight having impressive practices

[Kitaman]

“CV (Christian Vital) was going to take the layup but he was tired and I said, ‘I’ve got it,’ ” Bouknight said.

Vital better understand that this kid didn't come here to watch, and never defer to a freshman in practice on any level. Its a minor thing but his PT amount ain't that secure.

Bouknight off to a fast start

 

[MDHuskFan]

Sid is really intriguing to me this year. Bouk specifically called him out in this article as a player that holds him accountable, while some media members have said at least defensively he’s looked engaged in practice.

I know BY posters have talked about his lack there of regarding lifting.

Any “insider” knowledge regarding what we may expect from him this offseason?

 

[Austin316]

There is going to be a lot of minutes spread around this group of guys. Something we haven’t seen in years.

 

[gtcam]

Not worried at all about CV
He is focused and is a gamer

 

[ctchamps]

“CV (Christian Vital) was going to take the layup but he was tired and I said, ‘I’ve got it,’ ” Bouknight said.

Vital better understand that this kid didn't come here to watch, and never defer to a freshman in practice on any level. Its a minor thing but his PT amount ain't that secure.

Bouknight off to a fast start

If Bouknight was playing at CV’s level of exertion the entire practice than wow. Is there anything you read that suggests this?

 

[Waquoit]

The CV fanboys need to be careful. CV will be fine.

 

[CTBasketball]

If they’re both awesome thats better for us.

 

[intlzncster]

Sid is really intriguing to me this year. Bouk specifically called him out in this article as a player that holds him accountable, while some media members have said at least defensively he’s looked engaged in practice.

I know BY posters have talked about his lack there of regarding lifting.

Any “insider” knowledge regarding what we may expect from him this offseason?

No insider knowledge, but he had a hurt hand for a stretch of the offseason. Perhaps that

 

[QuickDraw]

Vital wants to play but even more then that, he wants to win and I believe he will put his ego aside for W's

 

[AntG168]

Vital is a great teammate. Always has been

 

[ctchamps]

Vital is the type of player fans loved on other UConn teams. It would not be a stretch to say JC would love his effort.

 

[TheChamps990411]

“Everyone knows we’ve been down the last few years,” Bouknight said. “Like I said earlier this year, this is UConn so we have an expectation that needs to be met.
“Playing hard is not demanding, but an expectation I have to meet and it’s what I have to do. I’m here to do it.”

Wow! The best quote ive heard from a Frosh in a long, long time. This kid sounds like hes ready to lead right now. Great sign.

 

[mauconnfan]

“Everyone knows we’ve been down the last few years,” Bouknight said. “Like I said earlier this year, this is UConn so we have an expectation that needs to be met.
“Playing hard is not demanding, but an expectation I have to meet and it’s what I have to do. I’m here to do it.”

Wow! The best quote ive heard from a Frosh in a long, long time. This kid sounds like hes ready to lead right now. Great sign.

Agree already understands what it means to be a Husky the legacy which exists. Impressive statement.

 

[jibsey]

Sid is really intriguing to me this year. Bouk specifically called him out in this article as a player that holds him accountable, while some media members have said at least defensively he’s looked engaged in practice.

I know BY posters have talked about his lack there of regarding lifting.

Any “insider” knowledge regarding what we may expect from him this offseason?

I agree that Sid is interesting with physical gifts. He lacks strength, shooting ability and defensive desire. His good points are blocking shots and jumping. If he does something good a lot of us are going to be shocked and pleasantly surprised.

 

[Hoops91]

CV is going to be OK, I don’t see a big spike in his game. He’s the same player, same size as the last three years. I’m excited to see if Polley develops. He has a ton of potential but we’ll see if the freshman swallow him up. Hoping to see them start winning again.

 

[Mazhude]

Class of 2016 signees:

Juwan Durham
Alterique Gilbert
Vance Jackson
Mamadou Diarra
Christian Vital

Considering that class, if anyone in the BY had predicted that CV would be the leader (in a number of categories) and on the floor, they'd have been laughed out of the Yard.
https://247sports.com/player/juwan-durham-26181

 

[Citrusdog]

I don't like the that the title says 'he better be careful'... To me, that there is something he should fear - or at least implying that. CV is good player and even better... 'a teammate'. He understands his current ability and plays against others as a measuring stick. Anyone can improve at pretty much - anything in life. I actually think he might want to get into coaching some day. Leadership and the passion for it exudes from him - which I find as a terrific quality. Fear is senseless - especially about things of which you have no control. He demonstrates a winning and team first attitude - and contribute to the effort to restoring us back to being a winning program. Personally, I don't feel he is as concerned about minutes as some may think. I think he wants to win. We will see. But should be concerned about minutes? I think not. Minutes in a BB team environment are earned - and he knows that. I wish him and the team only the best. Just my opinion... I do really like his attitude toward the grand effort.

 

[polycom]

Until the balls get rolled out at the end of the month nothing matters about what these players say

 

[Waquoit]

Considering that class, if anyone in the BY had predicted that CV would be the leader (in a number of categories) and on the floor, they'd have been laughed out of the Yard.

I think this supposed to be a compliment of CV. Instead, it's a indictment of the previous coach.

 

[UConnStats]

Hurley said in an interview last week that this is “Christian and Alterique’s team.”

Bouknight seems like a potential stud, but Vital is going to start.

 

[mauconnfan]

Hurley said in an interview last week that this is “Christian and Alterique’s team.”

Bouknight seems like a potential stud, but Vital is going to start.

Agree if James starts it will be the 3 I believe. Hope Tyler improved enough to stop that too it makes us even better and the depth worthy of success.

 

[JB75]

Nothing against CV , but my Man bouknight will be showing flashes of his talents thru the first two months and I think he ll be starting by early feb. is it polley who he bumps out of the starting 5? CV or akok? We ll see Even tho CV is a senior and has deff earned the right to start- he wud make a great 6th man off the bench a la johnn Gwynn Or Vinny the microwave Johnson. Very excited for this year

 

[KembaStepback]

I think guessing the starting lineup is a fools errand. It's going to be changing. Lots of guys fighting for a bunch of different positions. 2/3 3/4. If hurley wants to go small or big or whatever he's got options...which is a very good thing. These guys will be playing if they prove they can play defense and not force shots.