Sammy Calhoun reported Alex K was at the UConn WBB watch party with some other MBB players. Was also seen at at least one of the women's tourney games with J-Ross. This seems to bode well for a return:
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" Late in the season, Hurley openly confessed how he wished he had played Ross more. " I think Ross along with Solo, Stewie and the new freshman need to get in the weight room and all add about 10lbs or more of muscle. The Big East is a grown man league featuring alot of older/stronger players . So if they want to be able to fight threw it (and all the screens and holding allowed by BE refs), I think they need to take the Hilton Armstrong training approach. (Left as a 6-11/235 lb lottery pick. ) Maybe use some of that player development Gavin Roberts, when you were a Purdue football player !
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Hilton Armstrong Discusses His Recruiting
Hilton Armstrong, a developing 6-9, 200 pound power forward/center from Peekskill H.S. in Peekskill, N.Y., has seen a big spike in his recruitment sin
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Ross's body needs work a lot more than Stewart's or Ball's, but I felt his main issue was that he played too fast many times. This was noticeable going back to the exhibition game against URI, in which Ross looked out of synch with his teammates and was committing TOs from forcing the action.
Discussing Ross return and portal recruit Malachi Smith, who is meeting with staff by Zoom this week:
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Acaden Lewis Decommits from Kentucky:
www.espn.com
This is a kid that UConn aggressively recruited and it seems like UK portal-recruited over him with experienced players. Possibly he got a better monetary offer elsewhere with UK's money spread out between many portal players.
At this point UConn only has a backup PG job to offer him, and it seems unlikely UConn would remain a match. I do worry that Pitino and SJ, which still needs a PG, will swoop in and grab him. We will have to watch and see what happens.
We are seeing freshman become devalued in the portal era as more and more teams recognize the value of experienced, productive transfers. So it makes me wonder whether Lewis, if he wants to start, will need to settle for a program that does not rely so heavily on portal guards.
No. 7 PG recruit Lewis decommits from Kentucky
Acaden Lewis, the No. 7-ranked point guard in the 2025 class, decommitted from Kentucky, he told ESPN on Thursday.
At this point UConn only has a backup PG job to offer him, and it seems unlikely UConn would remain a match. I do worry that Pitino and SJ, which still needs a PG, will swoop in and grab him. We will have to watch and see what happens.
We are seeing freshman become devalued in the portal era as more and more teams recognize the value of experienced, productive transfers. So it makes me wonder whether Lewis, if he wants to start, will need to settle for a program that does not rely so heavily on portal guards.
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77 career starts @ Dayton for this small PG (6 foot ) from the Bronx. Career numbers of .388 3pt/ .740 FT/ 5.3 asst /9.3 pts ... Question is would he take the job and a secondary role in a move up to a high major conference ? Nahiem Alleyne and Joey C. did it from starters to a smooth transition, as key bench pieces, so we shall see.
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I would take him as a backup PG, however I think there will be more PT, if not more exposure, elsewhere.
Separately, even if Karaban returns, I think UConn still has a portal need at the 4/5- preferably someone who can backup both positions. If Karaban doesn't return, it's a glaring need. Let's not forget that Reed could be foul prone at times and we can expect Reibe to be foul prone and maybe not ready. So having a serviceable backup who can see minutes at the 4 and 5 would be helpful. This also is where the seasoned mid major starter could be a good portal add.
Separately, even if Karaban returns, I think UConn still has a portal need at the 4/5- preferably someone who can backup both positions. If Karaban doesn't return, it's a glaring need. Let's not forget that Reed could be foul prone at times and we can expect Reibe to be foul prone and maybe not ready. So having a serviceable backup who can see minutes at the 4 and 5 would be helpful. This also is where the seasoned mid major starter could be a good portal add.
+1000......This, it's much needed.... a bigger body/rebounder/defender type ...for line-up versatility ( from what I've seen/heard so far Reibe, as big as he is, still needs alot of work in the physicality and strength department)
PS...Reibe is listed on the World roster for tonight's NIKE Summit in Portand @ 10pm -
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My first time seeing Reibe in full game action. Despite not having the lbs. of a big like Clingan, I was impressed with his mobility for a 7 ft'er. (ER measured out 7-0/247 on the Nike roster) Also noticed he didn't get much action in the MCD AA game (0 pts), but he got plenty of PT in this game, despite some foul trouble, guarding one of the toughest match-ups in the game, #2 overall Cameron Boozer , the bigger of the twins. He also had a nice block and recovery of the ball guarding #1 A.J.Dybantsa driving one on one.
Can see why DH called him a "cheat code" on offense with some quick feet and lefty skills. He finished with 11 pts/ 8 rebs and a couple of alley-oop dunks as the starting center for team world.
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Regarding Eric Reibe, I read that he led his high school team to the Maryland Private School State Championship with 23 points, 12 boards and 4-6 on 3s. One of his teammates, Adrien Stevens, is committed to Marquette.
Incredible news! Now they have 2 point guards. Just need another body at the 4/5 position- maybe 2 inclusive of Karaban
Yep..As you and I both posted, a 4/5 is certainly a need AK or not....Borges from the NH Register also mentions it in the Smith article.....
" UConn likely isn't done out of the portal yet. If Alex Karaban decides to go pro, the Huskies will be looking for a four-man who can also slide over and play the five at times, when Tarris Reed Jr. or freshman Eric Reibe runs into foul trouble. UConn probably isn't in the market for a 6-6/6-7 forward: with Jaylin Stewart, Jayden Ross and incoming freshman Jacob Furphy, the Huskies are pretty well set in that department. "
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Also 247 has Malachi Smith at #13 in PG rankings, probably as high as your gonna get in a secondary roll.
How they got him to do the Phil Gamble/Jeff King pose on the backboard already I do not know:
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UConn lands commitment from Dayton transfer guard Malachi Smith
UConn Basketball has landed a commitment from Dayton transfer guard Malachi Smith.
Well the Huskies are bringing a PG up from the A-10 and now got one moving down. Like to see Nowell make a jump up in the A-10 like another former Uconn FR PG did....
Also 247 has Malachi Smith at #13 in PG rankings, probably as high as your gonna get in a secondary roll.
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Shout out to Singare, has a new home in Carolina in a conference known as the Big South. Team had 2 great years with HC Alan Huss but he went back to become the HC in waiting for his alma mater Creighton. They do have a great looking Arena - Qubein Center...
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The transfer portal closes on Tuesday April 22 for basketball and Friday April 25 for football. So will be interesting to see if any new big names pop into the portal last second.
Darius Adams Decision Coming Tomorrow!
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This would be the type of guy Uconn should be all over. He's handled a move up in comp each year ( along with his 3pt %) just finishing as a JR in the ACC. He plays like a bigger version of former Husky Tyrese Martin( Nets) at 6-8/235lbs, so he'd be big and strong enough to play some "stretch" 5 like AK has as needed. PC fans would love a grab away from Cooley.
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Powell is a good player and was a 30 minute per game guy at GT last year. He will not get close to that many minutes at UConn, unless Karaban isn't coming back. If Karaban isn't coming back, he could play a lot at the 4. If Karaban comes back, he could struggle to get 10 minutes per game. So I see him as a Karaban replacement more than a true backup of the 4 and 5 if Karaban were to come back. I think UConn needs to look at mid major type guys who started and are looking for a bump up in class and exposure. They need some rebounding and defensive toughness out of this roster spot.
UConn at this point really needs Karaban to make a decision because it will determine whether grabbing a guy like Powell is a good possibility.
On another note it's not clear why he decommitted from Georgetown as he just committed 2 weeks ago.
UConn at this point really needs Karaban to make a decision because it will determine whether grabbing a guy like Powell is a good possibility.
On another note it's not clear why he decommitted from Georgetown as he just committed 2 weeks ago.
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Huge pickup by St. John's:
www.espn.com
Basically Rickie P got 4 starters out of the portal and all 4 are very good players. They look like very formidable competition for UConn.
Sources: St. John's lands UNC transfer Jackson
North Carolina transfer Ian Jackson has signed with St. John's, sources told ESPN on Monday.
Lotta hate between Ed and his former hometown "dream school" fans , I guess this helps the PC loyalists, LOL!
Good luck Youssef! The few minutes you played this past year, you looked more than serviceable. Best wishes for great success at High Point:
UConn cannot realistically hope to get this kid unless AK is gone. I think ditto with Jamir Watkins. We might want to pump the brakes on Stojakavec after you look at his 3 point shooting stats. His Daddy may have been the best 3 point shooter from Europe in NBA history (arguably), but the apple seems to have fallen far from the tree on that skill.
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UConn Interested in FAU's Miller:
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Dan Hurley, UConn Showing Interest in Intriguing Transfer Portal Forward
A 6'11' forward with untapped potential just hit the transfer portal and blue bloods like UConn are scrambling to win the sweepstakes.
UConn #6, St. John's #3 in ESPN post-portal rankings:
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Ranking the top 25 men's basketball teams after the transfer portal close
A new team at the top. Another that climbs 12 spots. And more teams moving up or down in our latest forecast.
St. John's adds Mitchell to Loaded Portal Class:
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Mitchell latest to join loaded St. John's via portal
Cincinnati transfer Dillon Mitchell has committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN.
UConn Interested in FAU's Miller:
Dan Hurley, UConn Showing Interest in Intriguing Transfer Portal Forward
A 6'11' forward with untapped potential just hit the transfer portal and blue bloods like UConn are scrambling to win the sweepstakes.
The coaches are obviously thinking it's a possibility that he is gone, for them to be looking at Stojakovic and Miller. It could be he is quietly "holding out" while hoping to get some more NIL money. You are all used to "loud" NFL holdouts. Well welcome to the world of silent NCAA holdouts, where the player doesn't even say he is holding out, he just shuts his mouth and waits until the money materializes, or not.
