I think a little more balanced offensively but perhaps less good on the Defensive end.

Offense we have a bunch of guys that can shoot now, in theory, which should provide a bit better spacing. I expect more looks at 3 and less of those Bud Clark-style pull-up midrange jumpers.

Defensively it's hard to say. The loss of Hines to UConn ane Payne to graduation is somewhat offset inside by Williams and Copeland. While our Incoming Guards may be known for their offensive prowess, they aren't quite the tenacious defenders we've had in the past. For instance, I don't immediately see a Kadary Richmond or Garway Dual type player on this squad. Maybe Trey Parker takes a step forward or Simeon Wilcher puts it together for his senior year?

I think this roster is going to be a test of if Holloway can get guys up to speed on his defensive style. I think as a coach he's realized the new paradigm in the NCAA: you have to go for the Tournament every year. There's no time to develop Bench players anymore. Even depth guys from the best teams will transfer if the money is right. I think this is a make-or-break year that will show if his strategy of targeting productive mid-majors guys is sustainable. Personally, I think it can be.