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From SI.com. Hamilton #13.
Breaking down college basketball's top 25 recruits for 2014
13. Daniel Hamilton, UConn
When Hamilton committed to UConn in May 2013, he did not sign a National Letter of Intent. With rumors swirling about UConn coach Kevin Ollie’s NBA job prospects, Hamilton wanted to avoid complications his brother Isaac faced last year. Hamilton signed a financial aid agreement in November, and after Ollie decided against pursuing one of several pro coaching vacancies (he reportedly rebuffed the Cavaliers), Hamilton’s arrival in Storrs, Conn., this summer was secured. The 6-7, 180-pound forward will be tasked with helping the Huskies defend a national championship after losing point guard Shabazz Napier and forwards DeAndre Daniels and Niels Giffey. A gifted scorer and top-end athlete who is adept at attacking the rim, Hamilton should provide instant offensive punch and prevent defenses from fixating on returning point guard Ryan Boatright. Hamilton, Boatright and N.C. State transfer Rodney Purvis – the No. 12 player in the class of 2012 – give the Huskies a strong scoring trio that should make them a contender in the AAC, if not a threat to repeat as national champions.
Breaking down college basketball's top 25 recruits for 2014
13. Daniel Hamilton, UConn
When Hamilton committed to UConn in May 2013, he did not sign a National Letter of Intent. With rumors swirling about UConn coach Kevin Ollie’s NBA job prospects, Hamilton wanted to avoid complications his brother Isaac faced last year. Hamilton signed a financial aid agreement in November, and after Ollie decided against pursuing one of several pro coaching vacancies (he reportedly rebuffed the Cavaliers), Hamilton’s arrival in Storrs, Conn., this summer was secured. The 6-7, 180-pound forward will be tasked with helping the Huskies defend a national championship after losing point guard Shabazz Napier and forwards DeAndre Daniels and Niels Giffey. A gifted scorer and top-end athlete who is adept at attacking the rim, Hamilton should provide instant offensive punch and prevent defenses from fixating on returning point guard Ryan Boatright. Hamilton, Boatright and N.C. State transfer Rodney Purvis – the No. 12 player in the class of 2012 – give the Huskies a strong scoring trio that should make them a contender in the AAC, if not a threat to repeat as national champions.
