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Message: [QUOTE="Kitaman, post: 2459856, member: 67"] It also looked like we were leaderless in our comeback attempt and zone attack. I'm not talking about point production, assists and the strong will of Jalen's personality. I'm speaking of a floor general who can command this team. There were times when our players looked confused and Jalen is our most experienced player and our point guard/ballhandler. I'm not sure if leadership can be taught and if its not in him, it is what it is. He's a legit D1 baller but perhaps not the leader we were expecting. This is a void that needs to be filled. I really hope that Jalen can become that player whether this season or next. Perhaps Ollie can go over the Greats with him and show how important they were to our successes. How many years were we watching 'that guard' hold his hand/fingers up calling plays and directing players to their positions? How many years were we watching 'that guard' encourage, talk to and charge his teammates to play better? I guess we are spoiled. Just saying UConn is at its strongest when we have that floor general guiding his teammates and ensuring things are the way they should be. Also one who transmits excellence and of course a Coach on the floor. That list is very long here at UConn. [/QUOTE]