In the dark ages of UConn basketball between 2015-2018, perhaps the only solace fans could take was the fact that the NBA was littered with former Huskies. Although the current program is on the rise and there’s light at the end of the conference tunnel, the population of UConn guys playing at the highest level has dwindled.
Before we dive in though, fans should take a quiet moment to realize how the league has evolved. NBA roster spots are harder than ever to hold on to. There are very few college programs in the country that boast such an extensive list of alumni in the NBA.