Fedor Zugic

[Jaysker12]

Agree HDMD

If Pop and Neal returned next year, we would still have a lot of talent to work with and be in the mix for BE contention.

But regardless, Kalk’s departure from the team will mark a transition for the roster. No more drop coverage? Potentially a large slide in our defensive rating. Go all in right now.

[cujaysfan]

Maybe we can steal Gtown's frosh C. He looks like a great fit for us.

Sorry Cooley!!!

[SeattleJay]

Agree HDMD

If Pop and Neal returned next year, we would still have a lot of talent to work with and be in the mix for BE contention.

But regardless, Kalk’s departure from the team will mark a transition for the roster. No more drop coverage? Potentially a large slide in our defensive rating. Go all in right now.

I think Neal is in his last year of eligibility. Am I wrong?

[#RollJays]

Playing that many guys isn’t reflective of how Mac usually does things.

You have to figure with this being the last Kalk year and likely the only Fedor year that he’s going pedal to the medal when it comes to results, right?

My prediction is this: Zugic gets the green light and there are going to be some surprising DNPs coming up. And not just Knox and Thomas either, it wouldn’t surprise me to see Miller out there in garbage time only, or when we need a 3 late. Davis and Green fit into this unsteady slot too, and Traudt taking all of King’s minutes is absolutely on the table as well.

I say DNP, but to me a random 90 second appearance is about the same thing.

The PT will be going to those who bring the most to the table at that point in time.

I don't disagree about Miller. That is why I think a medical redshirt is on the table. The leg can't be 100% yet and he already picked up another injury. It is hard to see any of the 4s slotting down to the 3 with both Fedor and Neal available. In big games, you'd expect Ash, Pop, Fedor and Neal to absorb almost all of the minutes at 1-3. The 4 spot is the most interesting. Jackson has the quicker release and is a much better defensive rebounder than Traudt. Is Green able to play without being a liability on offense? Do you play Traudt, Jackson or Green together at the 4 & 5 to spell Kalk in certain situations instead of subbing in King? It will be an interesting year.

[LJay]

Agree HDMD

If Pop and Neal returned next year, we would still have a lot of talent to work with and be in the mix for BE contention.

But regardless, Kalk’s departure from the team will mark a transition for the roster. No more drop coverage? Potentially a large slide in our defensive rating. Go all in right now.

I think Neal is in his last year of eligibility. Am I wrong?

You are right.

[BoarCommaThe]

Playing that many guys isn’t reflective of how Mac usually does things.

You have to figure with this being the last Kalk year and likely the only Fedor year that he’s going pedal to the medal when it comes to results, right?

My prediction is this: Zugic gets the green light and there are going to be some surprising DNPs coming up. And not just Knox and Thomas either, it wouldn’t surprise me to see Miller out there in garbage time only, or when we need a 3 late. Davis and Green fit into this unsteady slot too, and Traudt taking all of King’s minutes is absolutely on the table as well.

I say DNP, but to me a random 90 second appearance is about the same thing.

The PT will be going to those who bring the most to the table at that point in time.

I don't disagree about Miller. That is why I think a medical redshirt is on the table. The leg can't be 100% yet and he already picked up another injury. It is hard to see any of the 4s slotting down to the 3 with both Fedor and Neal available. In big games, you'd expect Ash, Pop, Fedor and Neal to absorb almost all of the minutes at 1-3. The 4 spot is the most interesting. Jackson has the quicker release and is a much better defensive rebounder than Traudt. Is Green able to play without being a liability on offense? Do you play Traudt, Jackson or Green together at the 4 & 5 to spell Kalk in certain situations instead of subbing in King? It will be an interesting year.

Miller already redshirted once. Doubt he’d want to again unless absolutely needed

[LJay]

Our glut at the 4 screams of portal entry after the season. Who knows.

[SeattleJay]

We've seen some YouTube clips and read a lot of hype, but how does that translate to Mac's system? I am curious what Jacob or someone who has been at practice thinks about how he could fit into the rotation. In Mac we trust. If Fedor can is ruled eligible and can help, he'll be on the floor. Mac isn't going to hold anything back during Kalk's final year.

+1

Jacob/Tom, care to share any insights from what you’ve seen or heard about Fedor at practice?

[Artis Gilmore]

Its go time for Zugic.

Box Out,
Artis G.

[UncleBillyJ]

Its go time for Zugic.

Box Out,
Artis G.

How funny would it be if this was how the news was broken that he is eligible lol