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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — For John Calipari, enhancement of Hamidou Diallo's profile involves more than improving the chances of the basketball going through the net.
The Kentucky coach suggested Diallo, the 6-5, 190-pound freshman guard, show up early and stay late for extra work last week at USA Basketball training camp.
When that happens, Diallo gets better. Reporters notice the intention and push the narrative. Fans read and appreciate the effort. NBA reps learn and covet.
For Diallo (and all Kentucky players in Calipari's care), this is reality and perception married for the sake of the improvement of both skills and stock.