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OK, lot's of speculation on this forum about PT, minutes,and how good we might be, so let's break down what we really know.
Lydon - a budding star. He improved steadily throughout last season. No reason to think his development has peaked. He should be an easy 15 & 8. Can go to his natural position of stretch 4.
Roberson - a beast on the boards, but not always. As a senior he should be able to improve his consistency off the glass. He really doesn't have bad form on the 15 footer, but so far it hasn't translated into games. Showed some motor at the end of last season, unlike his first 2 1/2 years. If he keeps the motor going he stays on the court.
Coleman - Kid has shown guts & tenacity in overcoming adversity, but so far his HS skillset hasn't translated well to the next level. I really like him as a backup center, but if somehow Chukwu doesn't work out then Lydon may be forced back to the 5 spot.
Chukwu - the biggest wildcard because to some extent everybody else is an interchangeable part - he is a one & only on this roster. This will be his opportunity at prime time. We know he can run the court and block shots. Can he stay out of foul trouble ? Can he provide at least just enough O to keep em honest ? If he can give us 30 minutes, 6 points, 8 to 10 boards, and 3 to 5 blocks we may well be a top ten team.
Gillon and White - I put them together because as senior transfers their resumes speak for themselves. They both will have to adjust to the higher level of ACC play. Both will be solid doing what they do and both will fall short a bit short of being stars.
Battle - second biggest wildcard on the team. Potential star. Can he adjust ASAP & get it done as a frosh or will we have to wait a year ? If we get a yes answer on Chukwu & this kid comes in & lights it up from the get go, we well be a Top Five team.
Howard - Showed improvement as last season progressed. He doesn't need to necessarily hit treys, but man, he needs some sort of an offensive shot other than a layup. I don't particularly like his form on Js, but maybe he can develop a nice little runner. I see him as the 4th guard who will shine in spots.
Moyer and Thompson - Will Moyer end up shirting this season ? I really liked what I saw of him and I thought he might have been a nice backup for the frontcourt when Jimmy wanted to stay big. I don't particularly like the idea of him shirting because I did not see him as a four year player (2 or 3 years & done) & unless our recruiting turns around dramatically in getting some 2017 high level commits,this might be our best team in awhile, so I don't want to leave any unturned cards on the bench. TT, I like the kid, but I think he is a bit raw & will need a year of seasoning before he really shines.
I think we will play a tad of zone this season.
All in all with good health, I do not see how we aren't a Top 25 team, and I think if just a couple of questions get answered with big positive that we have Top 5 potential.
Lydon - a budding star. He improved steadily throughout last season. No reason to think his development has peaked. He should be an easy 15 & 8. Can go to his natural position of stretch 4.
Roberson - a beast on the boards, but not always. As a senior he should be able to improve his consistency off the glass. He really doesn't have bad form on the 15 footer, but so far it hasn't translated into games. Showed some motor at the end of last season, unlike his first 2 1/2 years. If he keeps the motor going he stays on the court.
Coleman - Kid has shown guts & tenacity in overcoming adversity, but so far his HS skillset hasn't translated well to the next level. I really like him as a backup center, but if somehow Chukwu doesn't work out then Lydon may be forced back to the 5 spot.
Chukwu - the biggest wildcard because to some extent everybody else is an interchangeable part - he is a one & only on this roster. This will be his opportunity at prime time. We know he can run the court and block shots. Can he stay out of foul trouble ? Can he provide at least just enough O to keep em honest ? If he can give us 30 minutes, 6 points, 8 to 10 boards, and 3 to 5 blocks we may well be a top ten team.
Gillon and White - I put them together because as senior transfers their resumes speak for themselves. They both will have to adjust to the higher level of ACC play. Both will be solid doing what they do and both will fall short a bit short of being stars.
Battle - second biggest wildcard on the team. Potential star. Can he adjust ASAP & get it done as a frosh or will we have to wait a year ? If we get a yes answer on Chukwu & this kid comes in & lights it up from the get go, we well be a Top Five team.
Howard - Showed improvement as last season progressed. He doesn't need to necessarily hit treys, but man, he needs some sort of an offensive shot other than a layup. I don't particularly like his form on Js, but maybe he can develop a nice little runner. I see him as the 4th guard who will shine in spots.
Moyer and Thompson - Will Moyer end up shirting this season ? I really liked what I saw of him and I thought he might have been a nice backup for the frontcourt when Jimmy wanted to stay big. I don't particularly like the idea of him shirting because I did not see him as a four year player (2 or 3 years & done) & unless our recruiting turns around dramatically in getting some 2017 high level commits,this might be our best team in awhile, so I don't want to leave any unturned cards on the bench. TT, I like the kid, but I think he is a bit raw & will need a year of seasoning before he really shines.
I think we will play a tad of zone this season.
All in all with good health, I do not see how we aren't a Top 25 team, and I think if just a couple of questions get answered with big positive that we have Top 5 potential.
