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The Sneaky Underdog in the East: Kemba Walker

Why the UConn product is a sneaky contender for Most Improved, and peaking at just the right time. March Madness all over again?

Stepback. Walker. CARDIAC KEMBA DOES IT AGAIN!

It’s March again and as UConn makes headlines, one can’t help but reminisce upon their improbable 2011 run. Kemba Walker has been forever enshrined in college basketball history for leading UConn to a Big East championship, winning a record 5 games in 5 days, and then storming through the NCAA tournament to crown off one of the greatest postseason miracles ever.

However, entering the NBA there were questions about whether the small 6’1” guard could succeed at the professional level.