[akhan786Participant]

Per Dave Telep’s Twitter

Andre Drummond commits to UConn and he’s Class of 2011. @JayBilas @franfraschilla we are handing to you guys a year early adjust ur rankings

http://twitter.com/#!/DaveTelep/status/107242406121975808

Wow UCONN might repeat…

PG-Napier

SG-Lamb

SF-Daniels/Smith

PF-Oriakhi

C-Drummond

IMO they match up very well with OSU, UNC, and Kentucky.

[providencefriars1Participant]

Wow! I did not see this coming. I had Uconn number one in the Big East before this and now they are definitely above Cuse and Lville in my eyes. 

[providencefriars1Participant]

Wow! I did not see this coming. I had Uconn number one in the Big East before this and now they are definitely above Cuse and Lville in my eyes. 

[providencefriars1Participant]

Wow! I did not see this coming. I had Uconn number one in the Big East before this and now they are definitely above Cuse and Lville in my eyes. 

[DoubleNickelsDurr55Participant]

Wow, I will believe it when I see it. But wow! Thank you Kris Dunn?!! Haha

[DoubleNickelsDurr55Participant]

Wow, I will believe it when I see it. But wow! Thank you Kris Dunn?!! Haha

[DoubleNickelsDurr55Participant]

Wow, I will believe it when I see it. But wow! Thank you Kris Dunn?!! Haha

[WizardofOzParticipant]

So he’s going this year or after 2012? If he’s going this year, it’s pretty official he’s declaring for the 2012 Draft right?

 

[WizardofOzParticipant]

So he’s going this year or after 2012? If he’s going this year, it’s pretty official he’s declaring for the 2012 Draft right?

 

[WizardofOzParticipant]

So he’s going this year or after 2012? If he’s going this year, it’s pretty official he’s declaring for the 2012 Draft right?

 

[akhan786Participant]

Yeah he is suiting up this year for the Huskies…and even if he has a disappointing season there’s no doubt he’ll declare for the 2012 draft.

[akhan786Participant]

Yeah he is suiting up this year for the Huskies…and even if he has a disappointing season there’s no doubt he’ll declare for the 2012 draft.

[akhan786Participant]

Yeah he is suiting up this year for the Huskies…and even if he has a disappointing season there’s no doubt he’ll declare for the 2012 draft.

[Lotto StudParticipant]

This will only help Lamb’s stock rise even more, since he will not be keyed on as much as he would with Kemba gone. I expect big numbers from Lamb now, watch out he could be that Corey Brewer (NOT my player comparison) type of player to sneak up how he did at UF.

[Lotto StudParticipant]

This will only help Lamb’s stock rise even more, since he will not be keyed on as much as he would with Kemba gone. I expect big numbers from Lamb now, watch out he could be that Corey Brewer (NOT my player comparison) type of player to sneak up how he did at UF.

[Lotto StudParticipant]

This will only help Lamb’s stock rise even more, since he will not be keyed on as much as he would with Kemba gone. I expect big numbers from Lamb now, watch out he could be that Corey Brewer (NOT my player comparison) type of player to sneak up how he did at UF.

[JNixonParticipant]

 WOW.

[JNixonParticipant]

 WOW.

[JNixonParticipant]

 WOW.

[Chilbert arenasParticipant]

 UConn has no available scholarships, I dont get it

[Chilbert arenasParticipant]

 UConn has no available scholarships, I dont get it

[Chilbert arenasParticipant]

 UConn has no available scholarships, I dont get it

[akhan786Participant]

I believe UConn will get the scholarship either from a walk-on or maybe he’ll even take away a scholarship from one of his current players.

I just know that when the most talented player in highschool comes knocking, you can’t say no.

[akhan786Participant]

I believe UConn will get the scholarship either from a walk-on or maybe he’ll even take away a scholarship from one of his current players.

I just know that when the most talented player in highschool comes knocking, you can’t say no.

[akhan786Participant]

I believe UConn will get the scholarship either from a walk-on or maybe he’ll even take away a scholarship from one of his current players.

I just know that when the most talented player in highschool comes knocking, you can’t say no.

[jeff416Participant]

Wow, I’m very surprised he decided to play for them this year. UConn now has a legit shot at repeating.

 

I’m not sure how smart this was for Drummond though, his stock can’t really get much higher.  Still I can’t wait to see how he plays this year.

[jeff416Participant]

Wow, I’m very surprised he decided to play for them this year. UConn now has a legit shot at repeating.

 

I’m not sure how smart this was for Drummond though, his stock can’t really get much higher.  Still I can’t wait to see how he plays this year.

[jeff416Participant]

Wow, I’m very surprised he decided to play for them this year. UConn now has a legit shot at repeating.

 

I’m not sure how smart this was for Drummond though, his stock can’t really get much higher.  Still I can’t wait to see how he plays this year.

[iguapops420Participant]

 I’ll wait to hear his statement first. If this is true, I may not be as depressed by the lack of NBA this year as the NCAA is going to have some real talent this upcoming season.

[iguapops420Participant]

 I’ll wait to hear his statement first. If this is true, I may not be as depressed by the lack of NBA this year as the NCAA is going to have some real talent this upcoming season.

[iguapops420Participant]

 I’ll wait to hear his statement first. If this is true, I may not be as depressed by the lack of NBA this year as the NCAA is going to have some real talent this upcoming season.

[iguapops420Participant]

 Where you puttin UCONN now JNixon if they are in fact getting Drummond for the upcoming year? Ahead of Duke or just behind? I personally still don’t see them ahead of either UNC or Duke, but they’ll be close.

[iguapops420Participant]

 Where you puttin UCONN now JNixon if they are in fact getting Drummond for the upcoming year? Ahead of Duke or just behind? I personally still don’t see them ahead of either UNC or Duke, but they’ll be close.

[iguapops420Participant]

 Where you puttin UCONN now JNixon if they are in fact getting Drummond for the upcoming year? Ahead of Duke or just behind? I personally still don’t see them ahead of either UNC or Duke, but they’ll be close.

[JNixonParticipant]

 I could see them being better than Duke with him, but I don’t know.

[JNixonParticipant]

 I could see them being better than Duke with him, but I don’t know.

[JNixonParticipant]

 I could see them being better than Duke with him, but I don’t know.

[NowitzkiFan41Participant]

When I heard about him going back to high school, I didn’t think it was a smart decision, because:

1: NBA scouts can’t go to the games, practices, etc

2: He wouldn’t have the right coaching to make him get better(if that’s possible).

I feel that he fits in very well with Jeremy Lamb, Alex Oriakhi, and Shabazz Napier. The only thing they lack is a dominant small forward, and an extremely talented core of guards, which, is the main reason they will have a tough time keeping up with North Carolina and Kentucky. UNC and UK have stacked backcourts, and star small forwards. To keep up with the likes of Kentucky and UNC, it will take bonding, and good chemistry to make it all work.

[NowitzkiFan41Participant]

When I heard about him going back to high school, I didn’t think it was a smart decision, because:

1: NBA scouts can’t go to the games, practices, etc

2: He wouldn’t have the right coaching to make him get better(if that’s possible).

I feel that he fits in very well with Jeremy Lamb, Alex Oriakhi, and Shabazz Napier. The only thing they lack is a dominant small forward, and an extremely talented core of guards, which, is the main reason they will have a tough time keeping up with North Carolina and Kentucky. UNC and UK have stacked backcourts, and star small forwards. To keep up with the likes of Kentucky and UNC, it will take bonding, and good chemistry to make it all work.

[NowitzkiFan41Participant]

When I heard about him going back to high school, I didn’t think it was a smart decision, because:

1: NBA scouts can’t go to the games, practices, etc

2: He wouldn’t have the right coaching to make him get better(if that’s possible).

I feel that he fits in very well with Jeremy Lamb, Alex Oriakhi, and Shabazz Napier. The only thing they lack is a dominant small forward, and an extremely talented core of guards, which, is the main reason they will have a tough time keeping up with North Carolina and Kentucky. UNC and UK have stacked backcourts, and star small forwards. To keep up with the likes of Kentucky and UNC, it will take bonding, and good chemistry to make it all work.

[ItsVictorOladipoParticipant]

I feel that he fits in very well with Jeremy Lamb, Alex Oriakhi, and Shabazz Napier. The only thing they lack is a dominant small forward, and an extremely talented core of guards, which, is the main reason they will have a tough time keeping up with North Carolina and Kentucky. UNC and UK have stacked backcourts, and star small forwards. To keep up with the likes of Kentucky and UNC, it will take bonding, and good chemistry to make it all work.

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He might not be "dominant" but freshman DeAndre Daniels is certainly very skilled. The #10 player in the 2011 class according to Rivals and the #3 SF, has all the talent in the world and could certainly make a solid impact for UCONN as a 19 year old freshman. If Drummond, Daniels, Lamb and Napier all play up to expectations (although it is a big IF that all the stars will line up correctly) the Huskies should be the favorites to repeat.

[ItsVictorOladipoParticipant]

I feel that he fits in very well with Jeremy Lamb, Alex Oriakhi, and Shabazz Napier. The only thing they lack is a dominant small forward, and an extremely talented core of guards, which, is the main reason they will have a tough time keeping up with North Carolina and Kentucky. UNC and UK have stacked backcourts, and star small forwards. To keep up with the likes of Kentucky and UNC, it will take bonding, and good chemistry to make it all work.

——————————————————————————————————————-

 

He might not be "dominant" but freshman DeAndre Daniels is certainly very skilled. The #10 player in the 2011 class according to Rivals and the #3 SF, has all the talent in the world and could certainly make a solid impact for UCONN as a 19 year old freshman. If Drummond, Daniels, Lamb and Napier all play up to expectations (although it is a big IF that all the stars will line up correctly) the Huskies should be the favorites to repeat.

[ItsVictorOladipoParticipant]

I feel that he fits in very well with Jeremy Lamb, Alex Oriakhi, and Shabazz Napier. The only thing they lack is a dominant small forward, and an extremely talented core of guards, which, is the main reason they will have a tough time keeping up with North Carolina and Kentucky. UNC and UK have stacked backcourts, and star small forwards. To keep up with the likes of Kentucky and UNC, it will take bonding, and good chemistry to make it all work.

——————————————————————————————————————-

 

He might not be "dominant" but freshman DeAndre Daniels is certainly very skilled. The #10 player in the 2011 class according to Rivals and the #3 SF, has all the talent in the world and could certainly make a solid impact for UCONN as a 19 year old freshman. If Drummond, Daniels, Lamb and Napier all play up to expectations (although it is a big IF that all the stars will line up correctly) the Huskies should be the favorites to repeat.

[GrandmamaParticipant]

Back to back….This is a much better option than playing for the prep school he was planning on playing for.

[GrandmamaParticipant]

Back to back….This is a much better option than playing for the prep school he was planning on playing for.

[GrandmamaParticipant]

Back to back….This is a much better option than playing for the prep school he was planning on playing for.

[omphalosParticipant]

I love this move. I agree that it’s the best thing for him; you could put his low motor down to playing against clearly inferior competition in HS, but being faced by bigger bodies every game in college should motivate him and give him an opportunity to shed that low motor label.

Nice to see a player willing to step up, because another year of prep school would have been useless for his development.

[omphalosParticipant]

I love this move. I agree that it’s the best thing for him; you could put his low motor down to playing against clearly inferior competition in HS, but being faced by bigger bodies every game in college should motivate him and give him an opportunity to shed that low motor label.

Nice to see a player willing to step up, because another year of prep school would have been useless for his development.

[omphalosParticipant]

I love this move. I agree that it’s the best thing for him; you could put his low motor down to playing against clearly inferior competition in HS, but being faced by bigger bodies every game in college should motivate him and give him an opportunity to shed that low motor label.

Nice to see a player willing to step up, because another year of prep school would have been useless for his development.

[ilike.panochasParticipant]

Not only does UConn have the best backcourt in BIG EAST, but now they will have the best frontcourt. UConn should be ranked preseason #1 IMO. They have a great mix of championship experience and elite level talent. As talented as UNC, Kentucky and Duke are, UConn’s experience and with the addition of Drummond puts them over the top.

[ilike.panochasParticipant]

Not only does UConn have the best backcourt in BIG EAST, but now they will have the best frontcourt. UConn should be ranked preseason #1 IMO. They have a great mix of championship experience and elite level talent. As talented as UNC, Kentucky and Duke are, UConn’s experience and with the addition of Drummond puts them over the top.

[ilike.panochasParticipant]

Not only does UConn have the best backcourt in BIG EAST, but now they will have the best frontcourt. UConn should be ranked preseason #1 IMO. They have a great mix of championship experience and elite level talent. As talented as UNC, Kentucky and Duke are, UConn’s experience and with the addition of Drummond puts them over the top.

[Bmore_DCParticipant]

well, at least he didnt commit to Kentucky…pretty smart move tho. Going to prep-school made him look bad IMO…hes still going to be a top 5 pick even if he has an average year. Physically the most gifted big man to come along since Blake Griffin

[Bmore_DCParticipant]

well, at least he didnt commit to Kentucky…pretty smart move tho. Going to prep-school made him look bad IMO…hes still going to be a top 5 pick even if he has an average year. Physically the most gifted big man to come along since Blake Griffin

[Bmore_DCParticipant]

well, at least he didnt commit to Kentucky…pretty smart move tho. Going to prep-school made him look bad IMO…hes still going to be a top 5 pick even if he has an average year. Physically the most gifted big man to come along since Blake Griffin

[TheLastWordParticipant]

It’s all over but the crying for Duke, NC, and Kentucky.

[TheLastWordParticipant]

It’s all over but the crying for Duke, NC, and Kentucky.

[TheLastWordParticipant]

It’s all over but the crying for Duke, NC, and Kentucky.

[Allen_Iverson_3Participant]

Not sure Duke and UNC had that much of a chance, because as was written in a discussion not long ago (remember Bmore_DC?), one guy came to the conclusion that Duke and UNC took the best players that would fit in their program, and these players generally stay 3-4 years in college, which is not what Drummond, considering his sky-high stock, would have done. This is not the case at all for Kentucky (2-3 one-and-dones per year I guess) and, to a lesser extent, UConn, so Drummond had to chose between both of these colleges. He must’ve choosed UConn cuz he comes from there.

[Allen_Iverson_3Participant]

Not sure Duke and UNC had that much of a chance, because as was written in a discussion not long ago (remember Bmore_DC?), one guy came to the conclusion that Duke and UNC took the best players that would fit in their program, and these players generally stay 3-4 years in college, which is not what Drummond, considering his sky-high stock, would have done. This is not the case at all for Kentucky (2-3 one-and-dones per year I guess) and, to a lesser extent, UConn, so Drummond had to chose between both of these colleges. He must’ve choosed UConn cuz he comes from there.

[Allen_Iverson_3Participant]

Not sure Duke and UNC had that much of a chance, because as was written in a discussion not long ago (remember Bmore_DC?), one guy came to the conclusion that Duke and UNC took the best players that would fit in their program, and these players generally stay 3-4 years in college, which is not what Drummond, considering his sky-high stock, would have done. This is not the case at all for Kentucky (2-3 one-and-dones per year I guess) and, to a lesser extent, UConn, so Drummond had to chose between both of these colleges. He must’ve choosed UConn cuz he comes from there.

[lalailaParticipant]

man it’s freakish..!!

I remember last year at this time we were already talking how 2012draft was going to be very good and deep because of freshmen Miller Davis Gilchrist McAdoo Rivers alone..then Harrison stays same with Sully Perry and Terrence Jones, Lamb too and that made draft GREAT..so how would you call it now with Drummond almost guaranteed to declare?

[lalailaParticipant]

man it’s freakish..!!

I remember last year at this time we were already talking how 2012draft was going to be very good and deep because of freshmen Miller Davis Gilchrist McAdoo Rivers alone..then Harrison stays same with Sully Perry and Terrence Jones, Lamb too and that made draft GREAT..so how would you call it now with Drummond almost guaranteed to declare?

[lalailaParticipant]

man it’s freakish..!!

I remember last year at this time we were already talking how 2012draft was going to be very good and deep because of freshmen Miller Davis Gilchrist McAdoo Rivers alone..then Harrison stays same with Sully Perry and Terrence Jones, Lamb too and that made draft GREAT..so how would you call it now with Drummond almost guaranteed to declare?

[providencefriars1Participant]

I agree with Dwight Howard, this team does not need a dominant SF. Connecticut has more depth at the three than any other position with Daniels, Roscoe Smith, and Niels Giffey. Smith had a pretty good freshman season playing both the 3 and 4 averaging over 6ppg as a 4th or 5th option. Giffey started a lot at the three, but was in the game for his defense which is okay when you had Kemba Walker and Jeremy Lamb in your backcourt. And last but not least is Daniels who is a highly touted wing scorer.

As for where the scholarship comes from, I think they will first look for someone to give up their scholarship for a year like Kyle Kuric did for Lville or if they need to force someone to transfer I think that will be Enosch Wolf who is expendable with Oriakhi, Drummond, Smith and Olander at the 4 and 5.

[providencefriars1Participant]

I agree with Dwight Howard, this team does not need a dominant SF. Connecticut has more depth at the three than any other position with Daniels, Roscoe Smith, and Niels Giffey. Smith had a pretty good freshman season playing both the 3 and 4 averaging over 6ppg as a 4th or 5th option. Giffey started a lot at the three, but was in the game for his defense which is okay when you had Kemba Walker and Jeremy Lamb in your backcourt. And last but not least is Daniels who is a highly touted wing scorer.

As for where the scholarship comes from, I think they will first look for someone to give up their scholarship for a year like Kyle Kuric did for Lville or if they need to force someone to transfer I think that will be Enosch Wolf who is expendable with Oriakhi, Drummond, Smith and Olander at the 4 and 5.

[providencefriars1Participant]

I agree with Dwight Howard, this team does not need a dominant SF. Connecticut has more depth at the three than any other position with Daniels, Roscoe Smith, and Niels Giffey. Smith had a pretty good freshman season playing both the 3 and 4 averaging over 6ppg as a 4th or 5th option. Giffey started a lot at the three, but was in the game for his defense which is okay when you had Kemba Walker and Jeremy Lamb in your backcourt. And last but not least is Daniels who is a highly touted wing scorer.

As for where the scholarship comes from, I think they will first look for someone to give up their scholarship for a year like Kyle Kuric did for Lville or if they need to force someone to transfer I think that will be Enosch Wolf who is expendable with Oriakhi, Drummond, Smith and Olander at the 4 and 5.

[BasketballGuru24Participant]

 Whoever can obtain multiple first round draft picks and maybe even 2 top 15 picks will be having a bright future.  The draft going to be insane !

[BasketballGuru24Participant]

 Whoever can obtain multiple first round draft picks and maybe even 2 top 15 picks will be having a bright future.  The draft going to be insane !

[BasketballGuru24Participant]

 Whoever can obtain multiple first round draft picks and maybe even 2 top 15 picks will be having a bright future.  The draft going to be insane !

[HitsterParticipant]

Solid move by Andre, he’s going to a successful team and has a top running mate in Lamb and will be playing for a HOF Coach in Jim Calhoun. The 2012 draft officially just got even stonger assuming that Andre will be one and done.

[HitsterParticipant]

Solid move by Andre, he’s going to a successful team and has a top running mate in Lamb and will be playing for a HOF Coach in Jim Calhoun. The 2012 draft officially just got even stonger assuming that Andre will be one and done.

[HitsterParticipant]

Solid move by Andre, he’s going to a successful team and has a top running mate in Lamb and will be playing for a HOF Coach in Jim Calhoun. The 2012 draft officially just got even stonger assuming that Andre will be one and done.

[aamir543Participant]

Wow, maybe a team like the Clips or Cavs should hope that there is no season, cause Drummond could change the entire course of a franchise.

[aamir543Participant]

Wow, maybe a team like the Clips or Cavs should hope that there is no season, cause Drummond could change the entire course of a franchise.

[aamir543Participant]

Wow, maybe a team like the Clips or Cavs should hope that there is no season, cause Drummond could change the entire course of a franchise.

[iguapops420Participant]

 Oriahki snd Drummond are going to absolutely kill opposing front court. BTW, whoever said Daniels was going to make an impact as a freshamn, I agree. Not much will be expected of him other than being able to hustle, play athletic, and give a few points here aqnd there. IMO, this team is VERY balanced. 

[iguapops420Participant]

 Oriahki snd Drummond are going to absolutely kill opposing front court. BTW, whoever said Daniels was going to make an impact as a freshamn, I agree. Not much will be expected of him other than being able to hustle, play athletic, and give a few points here aqnd there. IMO, this team is VERY balanced. 

[iguapops420Participant]

 Oriahki snd Drummond are going to absolutely kill opposing front court. BTW, whoever said Daniels was going to make an impact as a freshamn, I agree. Not much will be expected of him other than being able to hustle, play athletic, and give a few points here aqnd there. IMO, this team is VERY balanced. 

[uknationParticipant]

This puts them at 4 or 3 behind UNC uk Ohio st

[uknationParticipant]

This puts them at 4 or 3 behind UNC uk Ohio st

[uknationParticipant]

This puts them at 4 or 3 behind UNC uk Ohio st

[ItsVictorOladipoParticipant]

Any predictions on a stat line for Drummond in his freshman year? I’m gonna say 16.2 PPG, 10.5 RPG, 3 BPG, 2 APG.

[ItsVictorOladipoParticipant]

Any predictions on a stat line for Drummond in his freshman year? I’m gonna say 16.2 PPG, 10.5 RPG, 3 BPG, 2 APG.

[ItsVictorOladipoParticipant]

Any predictions on a stat line for Drummond in his freshman year? I’m gonna say 16.2 PPG, 10.5 RPG, 3 BPG, 2 APG.

[DurantsWingspan]

I like that prediction.

[DurantsWingspan]

I like that prediction.

[DurantsWingspan]

I like that prediction.

[uknationParticipant]

i dont even think he averaged that in H.S. Remember the Big East is always rough on big men. Pat Ewing,Zo many top bigs have come in and i don’t think any have put up those numbers in year one

[uknationParticipant]

i dont even think he averaged that in H.S. Remember the Big East is always rough on big men. Pat Ewing,Zo many top bigs have come in and i don’t think any have put up those numbers in year one

[uknationParticipant]

i dont even think he averaged that in H.S. Remember the Big East is always rough on big men. Pat Ewing,Zo many top bigs have come in and i don’t think any have put up those numbers in year one

[scoutguruParticipant]

Wow, if he puts up those #s he’s for sure the #1 pick. I’ll be a lil more conservative and just throw out 13ppg 8rpg 2bpg. Still real good for frosh.

[scoutguruParticipant]

Wow, if he puts up those #s he’s for sure the #1 pick. I’ll be a lil more conservative and just throw out 13ppg 8rpg 2bpg. Still real good for frosh.

[scoutguruParticipant]

Wow, if he puts up those #s he’s for sure the #1 pick. I’ll be a lil more conservative and just throw out 13ppg 8rpg 2bpg. Still real good for frosh.

[HitsterParticipant]

Blake Griffin alongside Andre Drummond for the Clippers would be a dream for all their fans. I think that Andre going to UCONN is great for Jeremy Lamb as well as it takes a lot of the hype off him but he’ll still be on every GM’s radar as they will have to watch Andre in action.

 

 

[HitsterParticipant]

Blake Griffin alongside Andre Drummond for the Clippers would be a dream for all their fans. I think that Andre going to UCONN is great for Jeremy Lamb as well as it takes a lot of the hype off him but he’ll still be on every GM’s radar as they will have to watch Andre in action.

 

 

[HitsterParticipant]

Blake Griffin alongside Andre Drummond for the Clippers would be a dream for all their fans. I think that Andre going to UCONN is great for Jeremy Lamb as well as it takes a lot of the hype off him but he’ll still be on every GM’s radar as they will have to watch Andre in action.

 

 

[uknationParticipant]

13 and 8 sound more realistic for the Big East.

[uknationParticipant]

13 and 8 sound more realistic for the Big East.

[uknationParticipant]

13 and 8 sound more realistic for the Big East.

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