Finally some real info on practices

[lemuel777]

I agree with the above statements and wonder why he is not the 8th man that could possibly start or at least be in heavy rotation. If it doesn't happen this year , I don't see it ever happening, because of AJ, AE and other top notch guards coming in next year. I think he will be a great practice player and occasional game player for the rest of his time hear at WSU.

[SubGod22]

I see Preadom as a great role player. He's a solid guard who can really help the team. I've never thought of him as a starter. A solid backup who can help the team but that's it. You need guys like that on a team.

[tropicalshox]

Agreed that he is a solid backup guard. He will be the 8th man in the 8 man rotation when serious games begin. When EO hopefully arrives our rotation would expand to 9 and he will still see some PT.

[fuball7]

only reason he wasnt listed in the group is because he wont start. he still will be apart of the rotation.

[wufan]

If WP is the 8th man in an 8 man rotation that means that PT, RC, and MG will be the only bigs. Its possible, but ugly!

[forevershockerfan]

We may see some small ball until EO gets here with this combo at various junctures.---MB, GM, PJ, MG, RC.

[SubGod22]

Lets not forget when Butler is healthy he may step into the 4th big in the rotation. At least that's the way Marshall has made it sound.

Speaking of which, his 6 week guesstimate would be up at the end of the month wouldn't it? Would that be after the VI's? That would give a few weeks of help anyway before Ehimen would arrive. And lets not forget Durley. He may not be giving exactly what Marshall wants at the moment. But I'd be surprised if he doesn't fill in the role as the 4th until a better or another option is available.

[McShocker]

We'll definitely be small Saturday without JT.

[Aargh]

All of this is nothing new. The S16 year we had a total of 3 players at the 4/5 spots. Even if Durley isn't going all out in practices and isn't quick to pick up the schemes, he's a better 4th option down low than we had that year.

[RHshoxfan]

I remember last year I thought Preadom would be the most improved...

[Maggie]

We'll definitely be small Saturday without JT.

Is Durely not going to play?

[RoyalShock]

We'll definitely be small Saturday without JT.

Is Durely not going to play?

He'll be home for the funeral of his grandfather.

[Maggie]

In my opinion, the number of players, barring injury, is not the issue. WSU had Miller two years ago - -who as we all know was a serious offensive threat and a good passer. This opened things up for the players at the 1, 2 & 3 spot.

Someone needs to be a consistent offense threat on the blocks, i.e. Clemente and/or PT. If Butler was in line to get some playing time at the 4, based upon early reviews it certainly would not be to score. CGM probably thought he could bring some strong off the ball defense and energy. Butler would get his points off put backs and alleys. As an aside, I am still not writing off JTD -- I just hope he can get his act together.

As for Preadom, I like the kid he works hard and plays pretty good defense. Preadom does not have to score a lot but he should be able to keep a defense honest.

[Maggie]

We'll definitely be small Saturday without JT.

Is Durely not going to play?

He'll be home for the funeral of his grandfather.

Thanks, I was not aware of JTD's loss.

[vbird53]

In my opinion, the number of players, barring injury, is not the issue. WSU had Miller two years ago - -who as we all know was a serious offensive threat and a good passer. This opened things up for the players at the 1, 2 & 3 spot.

Don't forget about Kyle Wilson. For a team to go deep into March I think it's important to have a couple of big guys that balance each other out. Obviously, Paul was the catalyst that made it go, but when he was doubled, a dump to Kyle was usually open, and he would make the most of it.

Last year, when Kyle had to take the load, there wasn't enough consistent play on the opposite block.

Now this year, there are lots of questions. Hopefully PT, RC, JTD, Ellis, and Butler can fill those positions. I guess a huge bonus could arrive from Africa.