Zags: Adama Sanogo declaring for the NBA Draft

[UCTitleTown]

PS I don’t think he was ever transferring. Not sure why that was thought about seriously.

This was what the D Goodman referred to on The Field of 68 after the championship when he was so giddy alluding to something big. It killed him not to spill the beans then.

 

[Marat]

I'll miss him and my dreams of back to back championships.

I get the miss him part, but don't give up on back to back aspirations just yet.

 

[AtlantaHusky]

So awesome, it's amazing he wanted to stay considering his stock is probably as high as it can get without taking on a lot of risk. Shows how much he loves the School and our Program. Legend!!

 

[MDHuskFan]

 

[UCTitleTown]

I get the miss him part, but don't give up on back to back aspirations just yet.

It will be a different team and we know this team was a proven winning formula. Other programs are also reaping the benefits of the portal, so it's back to a crap shoot for next year. Duke is now the favorite after this news hits the odds makers.

 

[3rdbass]

Congrats to Adama for pursuing your dream. He really expanded his game this year and gave him his best chance on hooking on with an NBA team even as as undrafted signee. He will impress with his hard work and ability to adapt his game. He added outside shooting and ability to drive this year. I wish we saw more of a mid range game but that is something I have confidence he will develop. Thanks for bringing us home number #5 and good luck in making UCONN proud in the NBA. You will be missed!

 

[temery]

Kardashians

He said, "what."

 

[Scrutineer]

Kardashians

Do they speak French?............could open up some possibilities!

 

[The Frog]

Second best UConn Big man of all time. His work ethic is unparalleled. He will defy the odds

Wait, so which one was the best? Emeka or Thatbeet? They both had more on D. But, yes! That footwork getting to the basket and making so many look silly trying to stop it. That was a thing of beauty watching it this season.. I wish him well. But secretly hope NIL is enough to lure him back and watch his craft and artwork one more time.

 

[I Bleed Blue]

He said, "what."

Jeopardy style: What….are the Kardashians

 

[huskyfever34]

Wait, so which one was the best? Emeka or Thatbeet? They both had more on D. But, yes! That footwork getting to the basket and making so many look silly trying to stop it. That was a thing of beauty watching it this season.. I wish him well. But secretly hope NIL is enough to lure him back and watch his craft and artwork one more time.

Emeka was clearly the best. I agree Sanogo is now second.

 

[Scoe]

No suprise and it’s the right decision, great for him and great for Clingan. He has earned it.

 

[Scrutineer]

His announcement from Octagon sounds pretty final but I guess he could still come back if the feedback indicates there's some development they'd like to see before he makes the final decision to stay in the draft.
As an aside, as a native French speaker he could make some good money in France and hone his skills there too.

 

[BigErnMcCracken]

It will be a different team and we know this team was a proven winning formula. Other programs are also reaping the benefits of the portal, so it's back to a crap shoot for next year. Duke is now the favorite after this news hits the odds makers.

You're having a very strange reaction to all of this. There was never a possibility that everyone was coming back, nor is it in everyone's best interests to do so.

 

[jojipoji]

This was what the D Goodman referred to on The Field of 68 after the championship when he was so giddy alluding to something big. It killed him not to spill the beans then.

I thought he said he knew someone was transferring out and couldn’t say who it was.

 

[CL82]

Anyone have any idea how Hawkins & Sonogo impact APR?

Isn’t there an exemption for players who are leaving to go to the NBA as long as they are in good standing now, I think we are fine.

 

[Bomber36]

Congratulations to a Huskie who belongs in the ring of honor. His hard work made him better every year, imagine what he will do in the NBA. Make us proud, Adama!

 

[bendm]

is octagon an agency? are players allowed to sign with agents but still return to college now?

 

[CL82]

This gave me the feels a little bit. I’m really happy for him.

 

[nelsonmuntz]

It will be a different team and we know this team was a proven winning formula. Other programs are also reaping the benefits of the portal, so it's back to a crap shoot for next year. Duke is now the favorite after this news hits the odds makers.

Duke sucks.

 

[djct1999]

Adama had one of the most dominant and efficient tournament runs in ncaa history. His legacy is cemented. A “MOP” in a title run and for three years in Storrs! Congrats big fella! Go get yours.

 

[Bomber36]

Duke sucks.

As we all love to say, ”Duck Fuke”.

 

[CTBasketball]

He is going to do well.

 

[huskyharry]

I don't think he is a long-shot to make the NBA at all. In all likelihood, he won't be a high first round pick, but he has the size, strength, lateral mobility along with superb offensive skill to have a long career.

I looked at each of the NBA rosters on ESPN and saw how many players there are within 10 lbs. and 1 inch of height of Adama to see if his body type is common. Only five teams did not have a player that falls within this range. Denver has 5 players that do. Several of the players are NBA starters. Many of the players have had 10-plus year careers and have made huge fortunes. Many of the players do not have the reputation as shooters. 4 of them are listed as starting centers or play near starters minutes.

Some have said that Adama is significantly shorter than his listed height. I'm not sure that this is correct, he was certainly about 2 inches taller than the Miami center who was listed as 6' 7". I guess we will see when the combine measurements come out.
Go Adama!

 

[NEforceUConn]

As the Brits might say, "The King is dead (ie gone). Long live the new King (ie King Kong)!"