Originally Posted by CJizzles (Post 9540972)

I know Embiid is a little raw. But he's a legit 7 ft right?

Right now is he more of a polished defender or offensive post presence?

Originally Posted by KC_Connection (Post 9540699)

The loss of Withey will be felt massively. He pretty much singlehandedly made KU a national title contender over the last two years. Self's teams are known for their defense, of course, so I'm sure they'll still be fine in that area. But having a dependable defensive center that is able to cover up for everyone else's mistakes like they've had with Withey for 2 years (and Aldrich before him for 2 years) is invaluable. Everybody else is going to have to just pick up the defensive intensity even more to make up for it.

Originally Posted by DJay23 (Post 9541124)

What I've read puts him as having lotto potential. He hasn't been playing basketball for long but apparently he's coming along. I think he started as a defensive monster but has been developing pretty rapidly on the offensive end. My guess is he doesn't see many minutes next year but if the rumors of his potential are true, he'll start as a sophomore.

Originally Posted by CJizzles (Post 9541173)

I think I would rather have him be more gifted defensively, rather offensively at this point. I like having a big guy down low who can block and/or alter shots.

I think I would disagree about his minutes though. I bet he plays plenty. Our frontcourt depth next year isn't the greatest - Ellis, Lucas, Greene, Wesley, Embiid, Traylor.

Is there anyone else I am missing?

Originally Posted by Chiefs Pantalones (Post 9540192)

I do too, but it could be a lot better. Travis, while a great defender, was just that. It short handed us at times because of his limited offensive skill set. Jeff definitely yes, but sure it could get better there as well. More athletic and more well rounded offensively. It's not the end of the world. Shout out to Self for getting what he could out of all the seniors.

Originally Posted by DJay23 (Post 9541186)

I always temper my enthusiasm about incoming freshman. The college game can be hard to adjust to. Some take a while (Ellis) some not so much (Marcus Smart).

Originally Posted by Pants (Post 9541170)

Joel Embiid's length and athleticism is going to make him a devastating defensive presence in the paint from day 1, IMO. That should help offset the loss of Withey somewhat.

I'm a little scared of our perimeter D with Tharpe being our PG1.

Originally Posted by Thig Lyfe (Post 9541228)

So when are we gonna have a PG who isn't a total dipshit?

Originally Posted by Big Smoke (Post 9541209)

I couldn't hardly stomach any social media or TV last night. I come back today and we've already got a thread up for next season. I love this place.

Originally Posted by Thig Lyfe (Post 9541228)

So when are we gonna have a PG who isn't a total dipshit?

Originally Posted by Prison Bitch (Post 9541270)

No, we still have Tharpe who farted out a nice 1-8 last night in a tight loss. He's the latest dumb guard in the Self horse stable. The days of Russell and Mario loom further in the rear view mirror with each passing day .....