Who takes last shot?

[Carduccib]

I believe I posted this same question during the offseason, but it has more relevance right now. Now I am wondering who is the go to guy in a tight game? Who can be the Walker/Napier guy? Gibbs is the best option IMO, but will he take control coming into a program with more experienced guys looking for opportunities around him? (Purvis/Hamilton) What do you guys think will happen?

 

[OkaForPrez]

I'm starting to think we've been thinking about this all wrong. It's a blessing to have so many guys who can take it, keeps the defense off balance. And KO's ability to draw up inbounds plays is one of his biggest X & O Strengths.

 

[Carduccib]

I'm starting to think we've been thinking about this all wrong. It's a blessing to have so many guys who can take it, keeps the defense off balance. And KO's ability to draw up inbounds plays is one of his biggest X & O Strengths.

So just to be clear you think multiple guys can step up and take over a game?

 

[BUConn10]

If it has to be one person, I'm going with Gibbs. He's shown he can do it at SHU and his stroke really is great, I mean that thing is good.

 

[OkaForPrez]

So just to be clear you think multiple guys can step up and take over a game?

Gibbs, Purvis, Adams, Hamilton and Miller are all capable of going off offensively IMO.

 

[aceboon]

I'm taking Gibbs, he's hit game winners for SH and was also their end of shot clock guy.

 

[Carduccib]

Gibbs, Purvis, Adams, Hamilton and Miller are all capable of going off offensively IMO.

I understand but does a lack of one "alpha dog" concern you

 

[Carduccib]

I'm taking Gibbs, he's hit game winners for SH and was also their end of shot clock guy.

Is he going to be comfortable telling Purvis to move over, being a first year guy at UConn? That's my only question

 

[OkaForPrez]

I understand but does a lack of one "alpha dog" concern you

In '04 who would you have wanted to take the clutch shot? BG? Mek? Shad? Denham?

 

[uchusky32]

Definitely not Roscoe. He takes it 10 seconds to early. That said, Gibbs or Purvis.

 

[microfich]

A fair question. WE haven't lived Gibbs yet but he is a clear candidate having done at a high level just what aceboon said. I can also see giving it to Purvis to take it strong depending on matchups. DHam is another that can get his shot almost any time but doesn't have Gibbs pedigree. Who knows how Jalen grows but he doesn't get my Election Day vote for the coming season.

 

[UCweCONN]

Gibbs for sure. He's a vet. Or Brimah as long as it's St. Joe's baby hook and-one.

 

[tcf15]

duck* it...I'm going with Omar.

 

[FeedTheDove]

I think at this point it's pretty much an unknown.

It could absolutely end up being situational though.

If we're just looking for a bucket, Miller is a great option, DHam gets into the lane pretty easily and usually gets a decent look, Rodney can get himself to the foul line (Knocking the free throws down on the other hand...)

If were looking for an outside shot, the obvious person to look to would be Gibbs, but who knows? Jalen could end up being that guy, and if his year ends up playing out well... Why not Omar?

I think the exciting part about this team is that we know that there is a lot of talent there, and at least one of these guys is gonna WANT to step up and be the guy who takes the last shot. Let's see how it plays out.

 

[dante]

Gibbs if we need a last second 3, Purvis if we need a quick deuce.

 

[scotty0330]

If we are down I would prefer someone other than purvis until he can prove he can make foul shots. Gibbs would be preference if you need a quick two I say Miller or dham

 

[jibsey]

Outside shot Gibbs, if we go inside it's definitely Miller, but If they are covered I can see Adams taking it and starting next year, he will be the one from then on.

 

[alfonse]

Just thought I would share a quote from Cushing Academy's coach who coached Jalen Adams in 2014.

"I'm not telling you he's the best player in the country, that's not my point, but the game comes to him easier than anyone else," Connors said. "He's just in the right spot. If there's a loose ball, it ends up in his hands. We need a rebound, he gets it. He's got that 'it' factor. He's had, like, six game-winning shots the last two years."

I watched the tampa game. I saw a HUNGRY Adams out there. Basically licking his chops to get the ball. He made mistakes, sure. Give him some games and I expect great things to happen...

 

[gtcam]

whoever has the ball in their hands when the clock says 00.01
I would say Gibbs has the most experience in this area but I think the young JA would relish the opportunity
Have reservations about RP.
Would love to see DHam do it but will he have the confidence
A freshman OC would be nice but don't know if the very uneven performance since that time will allow him the confidence
They have options

 

[MexicoHusky]

My best guess is Gibbs or Adams.

 

[huskymagic]

Just thought I would share a quote from Cushing Academy's coach who coached Jalen Adams in 2014.

"I'm not telling you he's the best player in the country, that's not my point, but the game comes to him easier than anyone else," Connors said. "He's just in the right spot. If there's a loose ball, it ends up in his hands. We need a rebound, he gets it. He's got that 'it' factor. He's had, like, six game-winning shots the last two years."

I watched the tampa game. I saw a HUNGRY Adams out there. Basically licking his chops to get the ball. He made mistakes, sure. Give him some games and I expect great things to happen...

Alfonse totally agree 100%. Best post on this thread. Jalen Adams has the hunger, desire, composure, and talent that it takes to be an ALPHA. Jalen is our most talented player, and that's saying something with Hamilton, Brimah, and Purvis on this team. If I had to pick a player to get me a bucket in crunch time, Adams would be the guy.
I don' t trust Purvis or D-Ham in last second situations, too erratic and their handle isn't tight. Sterling would be my second option after Jalen with Miller a third option in the post.

 

[mauconnfan]

Kitaman or OkaForPrez, they're my go-to guys in the crunch!

 

[OkaForPrez]

Kitaman or OkaForPrez, they're my go-to guys in the crunch!

Give me the rock coach.

 

[AZHuskiePop]

Whoever is open.
Even if it's a Brimah Dunk

 

[61cygni]

The hot hand or open man^