Who made Jim Calhoun's all-time UConn starting 5? Hall of Fame coach reveals picks
Jim Calhoun won three national titles in 26 seasons at UConn. Here's the all-time starting 5 he picked from the players he coached.
Jim Calhoun, the legendary head coach of the University of Connecticut men's basketball team, recently revealed his all-time UConn starting lineup during an appearance on the Just In Time podcast. The coach, who led the Huskies to three national titles and an impressive 625-game mark, put together a team featuring 28 players who went on to play in the NBA. Calhoun's selection of the starting five demonstrates the incredible talent and versatility of his UConn players.
Okafor, a dominant force at center, was given the starting nod over Hasheem Thabeet and Charlie Villanueva. The 6'11" Houston native averaged 4.3 blocks per game during his college career, proving his adaptability and worthiness to start. Okafor's impact on the team was undeniable, as Calhoun praised his ability to figure things out on any kind of team.
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