But for defensive reasons that certainly ain't happening.

And Ques probably starts over Dallin.

Glover-Hall-Johnson-Robinson-Saunders-Baker (w Knell & Stewart as specialists) is a solid two-way back court. I think even by Big12 standards. Even without the NBA talent.

It's the front court that won't get it done. Even still, I think Khalifa-Traore-Waterman (w Atiki & Christensen as specialists) has the skill, brains & experience to make up for what it lacks in the guts. At least to the tune of a 9th place finish. (Much more likely than 13th, imo). Pope is a good game — & excellent defensive — coach.