This is the first time in my life-long ride as a BYU fan that I am not worried about being physically outmatched in every game. We have athleticism, speed, length, and talent at every position. Not to mention the depth of this squad, BYU’s never had anything like it.
OK, my predicted starting 5 (although I think SidelinePlug's proposal is a good one): Hall and Demin are locks at the 1 and 2. At the 3 and 4 I'm going with Richie Saunders and Kanon Catchings. In other words, I believe Mag will come off the bench - but I could be completely wrong about this - he's got great experience and plays great defense. I'm almost talking myself into Mag as starter because it might make sense to unleash him on the other squad's best player who will be starting. Maybe it will be matchup dependent. Anyway, for now I've got Mag off the bench. For the 5 spot I'm also going with Keba. So a mix of returning guys and very talented newcomers. However the rotation shakes out, this is going to be a very fun team to watch.
Like your starting five - I'd just swap Traore and Keita at the 5, at least at the start, for his offensive reliability. But it's going to be interesting to see how coach Young experiments with different personnel. Like everyone one else commenting here, the depth, the possible player combinations, are pretty remarkable. There's an absolutely solid 9 player rotation with a few fantastic subs, particularly the last two freshman, who could work their way into a lot of playing time. Exciting!
I think BYU will continue to try and be competitive in the Big 12. It looks like they have everything they need to make a strong effort in the NCAA tournament.
I am on a waitlist to get my season tickets. I even upgraded my cougar club level to get tickets sooner. I don't want to miss what they are putting together. Magic is clearly in Provo right now.
I agree with the "positionless" comments and "the lineup is our bench" - making the starting five not as significant. If Dawson Baker can stay healthy, he can be a real contributor this year. Knell should really thrive in KY's system and I'd like to see Trey blossom under the new staff, he wasn't Pope's favorite for sure. With some positive coaching, he has the tools to do much better. Still looking for the arrival of Adam Stewart.
You got me summoned. A starting five might be the most impossible thing for a BYU fan. Because. Now our lineup is our bench. I believe that the players will get an even amount of playing time, so a starting lineup doesn’t matter
Edit: I posted this before listening to hear yours. Might depend on matchup on Traore-he's better offensively, but the other 2 offer more rim protection--especially without a 7-footer to go against bigger teams. Here is/was my post: Hall, Demin, Catchings, Mag, Keita, or Traore for either of the last two.
It seems that coach Young is going with the positionless approach. He just wants the best athletes on the floor as much as possible. It will be a fun season.
@SidelinePlugs and it's "Yay-gor Din-em (like denim jeans." I've heard both Kay-non and Can-non from several that should know, so not sure yet on Catchings. 😀
BYU has got 9 guys that could easily start: Hall, Demin, Catchings, Mag, Keba, Baker, Saunders, Knell and Fouss. That will be their 9 man rotation. 3 dudes on the outside: Koz(4 star) Crawford (4star) and Stewart ( who is an above average defender and the fact he’s the worst scholarship player on this team shows how deep this team is)
Where's Crawford and Koz going to be in the rotation "Coach"? 🤷 Who in your first paragraph weren't mentioned in the rotation. Yes, our TEAM is deep, and it's going to be really difficult to even get a rotation set. I think it'll be very flexible rotation and not really a set thing throughout the season, which is good because I think this is why they haven't, at press time, haven't used the last scholarship yet.
@@DaranTibbetts10721 idk why you’re saying “coach” I never claimed to be one. Just giving a prediction and opinion about the rotation. I agree it will be fluid but by conference play that’s my prediction for the set rotation.
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So excited for BYU basketball this year. Sky is the limit!
This is the first time in my life-long ride as a BYU fan that I am not worried about being physically outmatched in every game. We have athleticism, speed, length, and talent at every position. Not to mention the depth of this squad, BYU’s never had anything like it.
Nobody even has byu on their basketball radar. I think we are going to turn some heads quickly even more than this last year
Absolutely. We just need a 7 footer to match up with the bigs in the big 12
Can’t wait for this season for BYU!
LETS GO COUGS!!!
OK, my predicted starting 5 (although I think SidelinePlug's proposal is a good one): Hall and Demin are locks at the 1 and 2. At the 3 and 4 I'm going with Richie Saunders and Kanon Catchings. In other words, I believe Mag will come off the bench - but I could be completely wrong about this - he's got great experience and plays great defense. I'm almost talking myself into Mag as starter because it might make sense to unleash him on the other squad's best player who will be starting. Maybe it will be matchup dependent. Anyway, for now I've got Mag off the bench. For the 5 spot I'm also going with Keba. So a mix of returning guys and very talented newcomers. However the rotation shakes out, this is going to be a very fun team to watch.
Like your starting five - I'd just swap Traore and Keita at the 5, at least at the start, for his offensive reliability. But it's going to be interesting to see how coach Young experiments with different personnel. Like everyone one else commenting here, the depth, the possible player combinations, are pretty remarkable. There's an absolutely solid 9 player rotation with a few fantastic subs, particularly the last two freshman, who could work their way into a lot of playing time. Exciting!
Watch out for Dawson Baker 💪💙
❤ yes if he stays healthy
I think BYU will continue to try and be competitive in the Big 12. It looks like they have everything they need to make a strong effort in the NCAA tournament.
I’m so pumped for the season..
Love your BYU content. Keep it coming! November isn’t coming fast enough
BYU fan here…I think Knell starts and Catchings plays the roll Jax left (1st of the bench as the go-to guy within the second unit).
I am on a waitlist to get my season tickets. I even upgraded my cougar club level to get tickets sooner. I don't want to miss what they are putting together. Magic is clearly in Provo right now.
I hope you get your season tickets. BYU will be fun to watch this season 🔥
I agree with the "positionless" comments and "the lineup is our bench" - making the starting five not as significant. If Dawson Baker can stay healthy, he can be a real contributor this year. Knell should really thrive in KY's system and I'd like to see Trey blossom under the new staff, he wasn't Pope's favorite for sure. With some positive coaching, he has the tools to do much better. Still looking for the arrival of Adam Stewart.
Great job on BYU coverage!
Thanks 🔥
You got me summoned. A starting five might be the most impossible thing for a BYU fan. Because. Now our lineup is our bench. I believe that the players will get an even amount of playing time, so a starting lineup doesn’t matter
I'm curious to see what will be the starting 5 for the season opener. The team has some depth tho which is good
Edit: I posted this before listening to hear yours. Might depend on matchup on Traore-he's better offensively, but the other 2 offer more rim protection--especially without a 7-footer to go against bigger teams.
Here is/was my post:
Hall, Demin, Catchings, Mag, Keita, or Traore for either of the last two.
Keep the Couger hype going!!! Love it. ❤😊
It seems that coach Young is going with the positionless approach. He just wants the best athletes on the floor as much as possible. It will be a fun season.
Don’t forget about Dawson Baker
Don't sleep on Dawson Baker
Brody as in Brody Kozlowski! 😆
Yea I i didn't wanna mess up saying his last name so i didn't say it 😂😂😂
@SidelinePlugs and it's "Yay-gor Din-em (like denim jeans."
I've heard both Kay-non and Can-non from several that should know, so not sure yet on Catchings. 😀
Actually Denim's last name is pronounced den-eem.
@@dirkpalmer1067 at this point it's whatever 😂😂
@@SidelinePlugs wouldn't say that. Guy's gonna get a LOT of PT!
Drop y'all starting 5 in the comments 🍿
BYU has got 9 guys that could easily start: Hall, Demin, Catchings, Mag, Keba, Baker, Saunders, Knell and Fouss. That will be their 9 man rotation.
3 dudes on the outside: Koz(4 star) Crawford (4star) and Stewart ( who is an above average defender and the fact he’s the worst scholarship player on this team shows how deep this team is)
Where's Crawford and Koz going to be in the rotation "Coach"? 🤷 Who in your first paragraph weren't mentioned in the rotation. Yes, our TEAM is deep, and it's going to be really difficult to even get a rotation set. I think it'll be very flexible rotation and not really a set thing throughout the season, which is good because I think this is why they haven't, at press time, haven't used the last scholarship yet.
@@DaranTibbetts10721 idk why you’re saying “coach” I never claimed to be one. Just giving a prediction and opinion about the rotation.
I agree it will be fluid but by conference play that’s my prediction for the set rotation.