This guy has a chance to be a transformative player for the Gophers. He came, he stayed, he lead by example and improvement and others followed. He already creates a certain buzz when he makes plays.
Battle 36 minutes played and 2 points. I don’t want to hear anyone saying that he should be back. Give his minutes to any younger developmental player.
IA sounds like the type of kid that will really be fun to get behind. If his success follows from Cherry to the U, he could be a leader that help change the direction of Gopher men’s basketball.
Again, all the Ben Johnson hire did was waste 2-3 years and inevitably cost the University a ton of money. They will REALLY need to pay up big dollars for the correct hire now, plus put some sort of guarantee around NIL funding to get their guy.
Two freshmen making strides. We need Henleys ability to drive the lane. He is the only one with the quickness to accomplish this. That opens up the perimeter for better looks. JOJ has a little junk yard dog in him. That toughness edge is not usually seen in a freshman. I think that will...