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Message: [QUOTE="cap2nine, post: 249587, member: 1855"] [COLOR=#000000][FONT=Calibri]There is no doubt that we are losing major components of this team and huge contributors to our success. Gone are our team leaders, our intimidating anchor of the zone and our most dynamic player/best 6th man in the nation.[/FONT][/COLOR] [COLOR=#000000][FONT=Calibri]The optimism that I share with so many fans is born from the amazing talent that we add and return.[/FONT][/COLOR] [COLOR=#000000][FONT=Calibri]The big questions, as I see them, are 1) Is Triche ready to be a vocal leader, on and off the court? 2) Can Keita and Coleman protect the paint? 3) Will Christmas be ready to take the next step on both ends?[/FONT][/COLOR] [COLOR=#000000][FONT=Calibri]I’m not sure it’s in Triche’s nature to readily accept the leadership role. Luckily, MCW fits the profile perfectly. Between the 2 of them I think we’ll have a great combination of energy, determination and composure.[/FONT][/COLOR] [COLOR=#000000][FONT=Calibri]I expect a much stronger and improved Keita. A lot of people are looking to someone else to step into Melo’s shoes and I don’t know that he can truly be replaced but I think BK will be much strong and ready to be the man.[/FONT][/COLOR] [COLOR=#000000][FONT=Calibri]Christmas will return to the PF and I hope he and the coaches get him prepared. He has all the talent and athleticism he will ever need. Now it’s just a matter of recognition, timing and confidence.[/FONT][/COLOR] [COLOR=#000000][FONT=Calibri]Next year’s team is not likely to have as much transition game as this year’s but I strongly believe that we become a much better rebounding team in compensation. We don't appear to have the same talent to break down defenses and get to the rim but we will be an improved shooting team.[/FONT][/COLOR] [COLOR=#000000][FONT=Calibri]As hard as it is to replace what we are losing, I think this team has the ability to go even further and achieve even more in 2012-2013.[/FONT][/COLOR] [/QUOTE]

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