Alex Karaban's Draft Decision

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‪@LockedOnUConn‬
In this episode of "Locked On UCONN," host Mark Zanetto and guest co-host Sam Calhoun delve into the pivotal decision facing Alex Karaban regarding the upcoming NBA Draft, which is just one week away. They discuss the potential impact of Karaban's decision on UConn's ambitions for a historic three-peat championship run. The conversation extends to the outcomes of UConn's activities in the transfer portal and their highly-ranked recruiting class. The hosts also speculate on the potential NBA fits for Karaban and other UConn prospects, Cam Spencer and Tristen Newton, who are garnering attention from NBA evaluators.
Show Notes
Introduction:
Mark Zanetto introduces the episode and thanks listeners for making "Locked On UCONN" their first listen every day.
Encourages listeners to subscribe to the podcast and leave a five-star review.
Special shout-out to the everyday listeners for their continued support.
Segment 1: Alex Karaban’s Draft Decision
Discussion on whether Karaban's decision to enter the NBA Draft or return to UConn will make or break the team's chances for a three-peat.
Analysis of UConn's performance in the transfer portal.
Overview of UConn's consensus top 10 recruiting class.
Speculation on Karaban’s potential fit in the NBA if he decides to go pro.
Segment 2: Evaluating Cam Spencer and Tristen Newton
Insights on Cam Spencer and Tristen Newton's impressive performances in NBA camps.
Discussion on potential reasons why NBA teams might hesitate to draft them.
Reflection on how coaches with previous struggles to win big might view Danny Hurley's success with UConn.
Segment 3: Additional Discussions and Personal Takes
Discussion on Danny Hurley’s perspective from a recent piece by Mike Anthony from the CT Insider.
Reflection on historic UConn figures like Coach Calhoun, Kemba Walker, and Rip Hamilton.
Fun segment on hypothetical situations such as golf foursomes and road trip companions.
#uconnbasketball #connecticut #uconn #transferportal #huskies #recruitingnews #danhurley #jimcalhoun #basketball

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@sunsensational Месяц назад

Karaban would be a game changer. If he’s back - UConn favorite for 3-peat

@gregorygoods2081 Месяц назад

I swear 🤞🏾

@willmorrisusa Месяц назад

Karaban Started for 2 years & was Crucial in Both Championship Runs ! ! Can UCONN really replace his Talent & Experience ? If he's back... 3-Peat !

@bobbear4437 Месяц назад

Watched UCONN's 5th or 6th game last year, and you could tell they were going all the way, they looked that special, so it won't take long to tell!

@karlcicitto3095 Месяц назад

What a pleasure to watch! TY for having Sam on.

@michaelkeefe8494 Месяц назад

He makes the difference between going 11 deep or 10 deep. Whoever ends up getting minutes at the 3 and 4, Hurley will have them coached up and playing hard. Look for Stewart, Ball and Johnson to take big jumps.

@paulkersey820 Месяц назад

Karaban decision analysis summarized perfectly by MZ- I don’t think there’s a downside either way. Obviously who wouldn’t want number 11 back, but it also will open up many minutes for some of the young thoroughbreds.

@willmorrisusa Месяц назад

People can talk Kansas , Duke & other teams being " Favorites " until they turn Purple, but if Karaban comes back.... UCONN my Favorite by FAR !

@willmorrisusa Месяц назад

Groundhog Day again with Luke & Bill Murray ! For Sh!ts & Giggles ! 😂

@jhart2838 Месяц назад

Less Karaban developes Jaylin Stewart more. I think either way we are fine. If we start getting injured though that's when Karaban matters, having depth etc

@user-uu2lr3sf2b Месяц назад

if one player makes or breaks the chance of a 3peat UC is in trouble, its a team sport.

@LockedOnUConn Месяц назад

This is true, but in that team game. If 1 player draws attention away from the other 4 on the court it just makes a good team become great and a great team become Championship level. Some guys are just really hard to replace. Alex would be one of those guys.

@BlyGuy Месяц назад

For sure, but a guy of Karaban's skill level and more importantly leadership qualities for a mostly young squad puts Uconn fully in the driver's seat to 3peat.

@JBeck33 Месяц назад

Talent is important. Experienced talent is even more important.

@Uconn86hgiv Месяц назад

Uh… one guy always makes the difference!!!

@jeromedanielson4422 Месяц назад

Karaban brings experience, period.

@mrmojorisin8752 Месяц назад

Jalen is good. But Jalen did not impress as a freshman in the way that AK did. AK is a glue player and his return is crucial to UConn’s chances.

@SammyDaBiz Месяц назад

If if hear this kid say uh one more time I’m gonna lose it 😂

@AmyLynnAndTheHoneyMen Месяц назад

Rude

@BlyGuy Месяц назад

Hey man, i get it, it's annoying, but he's obviously nervous, he's super young, give him a break. I'm sure he'll get better if he sticks to it

@priority7773 Месяц назад

@@BlyGuythis has nothing to do with being nervous. This is who he is. It is what it is.

@jadedequeljoe3283 Месяц назад

If he wants to get into sportscasting or podcasting he better work on losing the “uh”.

@BlyGuy Месяц назад

@@priority7773 oh, so he's a RU-vidr who has a lot of experience being on camera talking sports/UConn?

@paulkersey820 Месяц назад

Some pretty gross comments on here about this being an “amateur site” or the way a particular guest speaks. Please take the negativity someplace else. MZ is totally prepared everyday - this is obvious for anyone who listens or watches this show on a regular basis. Plus, the show doesn’t cost a dime. BTW- I have no association with this show other than subscribing.

@jadedequeljoe3283 Месяц назад

What is always flashing behind Marks head? I for one find it annoying

@mitch7535 Месяц назад

such an amateur site

@LockedOnUConn Месяц назад

Lol

@FairTheGod Месяц назад

That’s a terrible thing to say. If you don’t like something, at least give some type of constructive criticism. Your opinion is that and you are stating it as fact. What makes it amateur in your opinion? Is this your first time watching?!?

@LockedOnUConn Месяц назад

@@FairTheGod just a hater. All good!

@FairTheGod Месяц назад

@@LockedOnUConn it happens. Just means you are on the right path. Appreciate the coverage.

@LockedOnUConn Месяц назад

@@FairTheGod more to come!

@Prdr27494 Месяц назад

He has to come back I seen 2 mock drafts that don’t even have him drafted at all if he wants to make some quick cash he can go overseas and make good money over there but for him to be drafted in the first round this year would be shocking just my opinion

@bobbear4437 Месяц назад

If the NBA told him he's not going to be drafted high, he should come back and make nil money, to improve his position next year!

@BlyGuy Месяц назад

@@bobbear4437he's already said he's coming back unless he knows he is getting taken in 1st round

@JBeck33 Месяц назад

I’m not saying this to be mean, but the majority of people that do mocks have no idea what teams are going to do. But, the beauty of going through the combine is Alex will get real feedback from teams. If he doesn’t feel like he’ll sneak into the tail end of the 1st based on that feedback, he’ll be back.

@Prdr27494 Месяц назад

@@JBeck33 sorry to burst your bubble but he’s one of the players from what I read that should return to school if he enters the draft I would be shocked if he got drafted in the first round he’s not 6’8 he’s only 6’6 which makes him a 2 guard is he quick enough to guard these athletic 2 in the nba I like AK but if he stays he may not get drafted at all I saw 2 mock drafts where he wasn’t even drafted at all big risk to take may end up like Sanogo tough decision

@JBeck33 Месяц назад

@@Prdr27494 not bursting my bubble, I don’t expect him to get 1st rd feedback and I do expect him to be back. That said, if he did stay in the draft, he would absolutely get drafted in the 2nd.