2017-18 Outlook

[seaofred92]

I know this season is still going on but wanted to start this thread since I think it is pretty interesting discussion:

 

Starting 5:

 

1. Watson (6'0 174)

2. Palmer (6'6 213)

3. Roby (6'8 214)

4. Morrow (6'7 234)

5. Tshimanga (6'11 275)

 

Rotation guys:

 

Guards:

 

Taylor (6'5 206)

Gill (6'3 195)

 

Wings:

 

Horne (6'7 222)

McVeigh (6'8 215)

 

Bigs:

 

Copeland (6'9 220)

Jacobson (6'9 239)

 

 

Quick observations:

 

- I know that Akenten is supposed to be a dead eye shooter but man it is going to be tough for him to crack the rotation IMO. I think if he is going to take minutes from anyone, it is going to be Gill or McVeigh as I wasn't all that impressed with Gill when he was a part of the rotation this year and McVeigh has yet to show he can be consistent enough to count on in a night in night out basis.

 

- I don't know that Fuller will be back here next year despite having a year left to play. I would think Miles would encourage him to Graduate Transfer and pursue signing another ball handler or a wing that could also play as a stretch big if needed (Edward Chang- looking at you).

 

- I really really think we need to find another ball handler to come off the bench. We will finally have enough size to truly compete in this conference but I worry that we won't have anyone besides Watson to bring the ball up the floor. (Taylor? Gill?)

 

- I'm looking for a big jump from Isaiah Roby both physically and mentally. We need this kid to step it up.

 

- I think Horne also has potential to be a really really special player if he figures it out and becomes more consistent.

 

- Not sure what to expect from Palmer but he has the size and is supposedly a knock down 3 point shooter. We really need that.

 

- Hopefully Copeland can play the full season.

 

- I don't know what to do with our bigs. Jacobson probably helps us spread the floor better but Tshimanga makes us a much better rebounding team/bigger. Curious to see which direction Miles goes.

 

Overall, I think this team could be really special. This has the look and feel of a NCAA tournament type team. If Tim fails to make the dance with this bunch, I think it is probably safe to say he will be on his way out.

[ScottyIce]

Lee just laid the hammer on anyone who thinks Miles should be fired.

[seaofred92]

Lee just laid the hammer on anyone who thinks Miles should be fired.

yeah I never said Miles should be fired before next year

[ScottyIce]

I wasn't saying you did.

 

Was including that in the 2017-2018 outlook. Our roster outlook could look quite different if Miles is canned.

[BaeccBIG10]

Should be fairly good next year with all the young talent this year!!!!

[avfan2121]

I don't think you would see Morrow and Tshimanga in the starting lineup together. While it secures the lane defensively, I think it would limit our range too much offensively. Especially if Roby doesn't improve his outside shooting. It's more like having two 5s out there than a 4 and a 5. Would never give up a rebound though.

[BIG ERN]

PG - Watson

SG - Palmer

SF - Copeland

PF - Morrow

C - Tshimanga

 

Roby

Jacobson

Taylor

Horne

McVeigh

Gill

[Blackshirts007]

Next year could be exciting. We could get more than just our first NCAA win. The team will be deep and talented. If we stay healthy we could be top 4 B1G team for sure. Need to get a good non conference slate and win win win. If we don't make the tourney next year assuming the roster is how we foresee it then it will be a a bust and time to move on.