I like everyone else am hoping for a team that will rise to the occasion/competition but I also have a few concerns. Regarding the backcourt…… While Kadary may be a fine passer and set up guy, I think we may need him to get ar least 8-12 ppg. Wilcher has certainly improved but has not been challenged by stronger athletic guards yet, can he score against them, guard them? In the front court…..can Scott defend the more physical power forwards on quality teams and be a consistent three point threat? Can Zuby guard taller, quicker players and score around the rim? Can Brady be a consistent shooter and play good D on the occaisional 3 he may have to guard? Can RJ hit foul shots? Will Vince’s and Prey’s development earn them more PT ?
In terms of coach Pitino, while I realize it’s blasphemy to question anything coach does, I would like to see a more consistent rotation with starting players and subs knowing their roles and what is expected of them. I wonder if all the player experimentation caused a few of our slow starts offensively. Having Luis and Kadary on the bench at the start of a game in confusing at best especially prior to a rigorous schedule ahead.
Of course, all our players could rise to the occaision and prove to us that the teams, at times poor play as of late is a mirage. I guess we will find out soon enough.
. The last thing this team has to worry about is Zuby’s quickness.