Alex Karaban, Sacramento’s newest rookie, is donning jersey number 33 — a tribute to Celtics legend Larry Bird and a nod from his college coach — after his previous numbers (11 and 21) were taken. A standout at UConn with record-setting stats and Huskies of Honor induction, Karaban flashed elite potential in summer league play and is poised to bring scoring firepower and leadership to the Kings’ roster next season.

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Rich Kelly, UConn’s former graduate assistant and standout player at Quinnipiac and Boston College, is stepping into the pros—joining the Boston Celtics’ G-League affiliate, the Maine Celtics. Having helped Dan Hurley lead UConn to a 2024 national title, Kelly’s move marks a major career leap. Meanwhile, UConn reshapes its front office: Tom Moore retires, replaced by Spurs vet Charlie Stevens, and Dan Hurley’s son Andrew joins as assistant GM. Practice kicks off in September, with an exhibition against Syracuse on October 13th at Mohegan Sun.

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Nasir Anderson, the top-ranked guard in the 2027 class and a gold medalist with Team USA, is eyeing UConn alongside Kentucky and North Carolina—joining a growing list of elite recruits drawn to the Huskies’ recent championship success and NBA pipeline. With three Final Four appearances in four years and proven development under coach Dan Hurley, UConn’s winning culture and tough-but-effective coaching are major selling points. Meanwhile, former Husky Joe Fagnano is making headlines in the NFL preseason for the Ravens, throwing for over 100 yards and a TD—showing how UConn’s influence extends beyond basketball.

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