Nebrasketball 2024-25 Roster Ins/Outs

[...TrueColors...]

I wouldn't be so sure. Walker walked on senior day 3 times. I think Wilcher was just pretty down about how he had been shooting the last portion of the season.

To be clear, I’d like to have him back. The only person I wouldn’t have a spot for if I were Hoiberg would be Lloyd and I’d think long and hard about Keita. Again, I’d keep Keita if he’s going to be healthy.

 

[iruletheskool]

I wouldn't be so sure. Walker walked on senior day 3 times. I think Wilcher was just pretty down about how he had been shooting the last portion of the season.

Or he was really excited to graduate

 

[ColoREDo]

I'll assume that Keita, Wilcher, and Lloyd are gone and that next season you start;

Lawrence
Williams
Gary
Mast
TBD

Bench spots:
-Rice. Some rumors of him transferring no idea how credible but I hope he stays because he fits great and I think he's got big upside
-Uhlis. He didn't stick around not to play next season and he's a good second unit/second ball handler option when Williams/Lawrence need a blow
-Hoiberg. Guy will always have a role. Not because his dad but because he's a great 8-10 minute energy guy and can do some shit. Liability if he plays a ton though.
-Diop. Maybe he makes a leap and starts at 5, but seems like an off the bench big for next season.


So the priorities are probably:
1. A big who can play above the rim on both ends. Would be nice if he can do some stuff outside the paint, but I think you need an option to go big and put Mast at the 4
2. A long wing who can give you something on both ends. Needn't be a complete scorer like Brice but that would be extremely nice.
3. A multi year guy who is in the mold of Mast and let's you play 5 out.

Obviously bench/starting spots play out differently depending on who you land

SO I guess all of this family atmosphere positivity is just marketing if all of these guys want to leave.

 

[Baron Winnebago]

SO I guess all of this family atmosphere positivity is just marketing if all of these guys want to leave.

No.

 

[Lionsfan93]

I think you really want to get a real PG and have Lawrence come off the bench

Lawrence is obviously still young and has plenty of time to grow and develop, but he was damn near perfect coming off the bench as the 6th man. I'd love to bring in a true PG (hopefully Chucky!), Williams at SG, Gary at SF, Mast at PF and a true Center. Lawrence still coming off the bench as 6th man, with Rice, Hioberg and Ulis as key rotational guys.

Alternatively, I think Gary and Mast could shift down to PF and Center if we are able to find a legit combo guard portal and Williams could our SF.

 

[Baron Winnebago]

Lawrence is obviously still young and has plenty of time to grow and develop, but he was damn near perfect coming off the bench as the 6th man. I'd love to bring in a true PG (hopefully Chucky!), Williams at SG, Gary at SF, Mast at PF and a true Center. Lawrence still coming off the bench as 6th man, with Rice, Hioberg and Ulis as key rotational guys.

Alternatively, I think Gary and Mast could shift down to PF and Center if we are able to find a legit combo guard portal and Williams could our SF.

Ideally, the have a roster where they can do both Mast + 5 and Gary + Mast at 4-5 or even Gary + Mast + 5

 

[HCFord1]

SO I guess all of this family atmosphere positivity is just marketing if all of these guys want to leave.

 

[ColoREDo]

Maybe if everyone would ask themselves these types of questions the board wouldn't be so schizophrenic every time something doesn't go Nebraska's way.

 

[Jim14510]

Maybe if everyone would ask themselves these types of questions the board wouldn't be so schizophrenic every time something doesn't go Nebraska's way.

Not a chance.

 

[ColoREDo]

Not a chance.

 

[Baron Winnebago]

Maybe if everyone would ask themselves these types of questions the board wouldn't be so schizophrenic every time something doesn't go Nebraska's way.

 

[HCFord1]

Maybe if everyone would ask themselves these types of questions the board wouldn't be so schizophrenic every time something doesn't go Nebraska's way.

You think that bench players transferring is a sign of a dysfunctional culture? I don’t even understand what you’re implying.

 

[jickey moseph]

You think that bench players transferring is a sign of a dysfunctional culture? I don’t even understand what you’re implying.

I guess if Lloyd leaves that it’s the sign of the end of it all

 

[SOHusker11]

No idea who this is.

 

[HCFord1]

No idea who this is.

That’s a troll account

 

[ColoREDo]

You think that bench players transferring is a sign of a dysfunctional culture? I don’t even understand what you’re implying.

I didn't say it was dysfunctional. But Wilcher basically came in for Tominaga who will be gone. Rice was getting more minutes before his injury and looks to have a greater role next season. If they leave, I just don't see how the team bond was what it was proclaimed to be. Or maybe I just don't understand the thought process of these young guys.

I think you are reading way too much into my question. Or you are just another board drama queen.

 

[ColoREDo]

I guess if Lloyd leaves that it’s the sign of the end of it all

Not really sure what to think about Lloyd and his situation. His transfer would make more sense to me if he felt he wasn't given enough of a chance...even considering his injury.

 

[...TrueColors...]

. Or maybe I just don't understand the thought process of these young guys.

This is the answer. A lot of these kids get terrible advice and end up in worse situations. The best path forward would be for Wilcher to stay as he’s got a home and a very solid role on an NCAA tournament team. But I’m banking on at least one kid who shouldn’t leave making a terrible choice and he seems the type.

 

[ColoREDo]

This is the answer. A lot of these kids get terrible advice and end up in worse situations. The best path forward would be for Wilcher to stay as he’s got a home and a very solid role on an NCAA tournament team. But I’m banking on at least one kid who shouldn’t leave making a terrible choice and he seems the type.

I just can't see Wicher getting a better situation anywhere in the country when you factor in playing time, the biggest stage, and team chemistry.

Rice might be able to be a starter elsewhere but not at the Big Ten level. I suppose playing time is a factor I am overlooking here. Some guys might be happier at a lower level if they are getting starter minutes. It would be a shame if he left because I see Rice as an impact player for Nebraska at some point. Maybe even next year.

 

[...TrueColors...]

I just can't see Wicher getting a better situation anywhere in the country when you factor in playing time, the biggest stage, and team chemistry.

Rice might be able to be a starter elsewhere but not at the Big Ten level. I suppose playing time is a factor I am overlooking here. Some guys might be happier at a lower level if they are getting starter minutes. It would be a shame if he left because I see Rice as an impact player for Nebraska at some point. Maybe even next year.

I don’t think Rice leaves as his minutes were increasing before he got hurt.

Hopefully a full year of S&C closes some gaps physically that some guys have.