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[QUOTE="jdubs30, post: 1764112, member: 1620"]
Yes, he showed several flashes.

His offensive weapons for a freshman were really impressive. He was our best peneatrator, was a solid passer, good shooter, had the step back jumper, and had that nice hesitation move that he tore apart Brogdon with. Once he measured out well at the combine he was gone.

Selfishly, I think Mali might have been the best sophomore we've had in a LONG time if he had come back -- like preseason 1st team All-American good. If I could pick any freshman to come back for 1 more year, it would have been Mali; not Ennis. Not only that, but Lydon, Battle and Mali? That would have been as good as a trio as I can remember (I'm 27).

I understand why he's doing it and I'm happy for him. I'd be a little more upset if we didn't get in the tournament, it would have felt like a waste. But he played well Dayton, did some good things vs. Gonzaga and then just balled out vs. UVA. Ironically of course, if we didn't make the tournament there's a good chance he doesn't leave. However, I'll take the Final 4 appearance last year and have him go, than to have him stay to MAYBE make a Final Four this year
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