Though we will miss them all, Grubbs will be the hardest of the 3 to replace. Maze's shooting will be replaced by Bush, who has virtually unlimited range and is a better ball handler. He also has the ability to finish despite his size. From what I saw this summer, Dontre's rebounding will be replaced by Jones who will also be a strong presence as a post. And Barnes will grab lots of rebounds as well. Put both of them on the floor at the same time and there won't be many rebounds left to get. Grubs however was the Tiger who just new where to be all the time, a quiet hard worker that contributed everywhere. Not sure one Tiger will fill that role or if it will take a combination. Right now you have:
Returnees from regular season: Senior move ins:
Michael McCain Willie Jones
Devon McCain Calvin Tyler
Trajan Harris Curly
Jordyn Adams Thomas ? From WB
Kalon Barnes Incoming Freshmen:
Bruce Newton Martin
Kolten Mackey Braylon Bush
Adonis Thomas
Three added to roster from playoffs:
Tre Lowe
Landyn Tyler
Jaden Bass
Not counting any others that could be moved up that's 17 possible varsity players.15 of which have eithermade good cases this summer or are returnees or seniors. I have no idea what the coaches will do but it's sure a nice problem.