2009-2010 Nebraska College Basketball Predictions
2009-2010 Nebraska Predictions
2008-09 Record: (18-13, 8-8 Big 12)
Coach: Doc Sadler (4th year, 55-40 at Nebraska)
Assistants: Phillip Matthews, David Anwar, Walter Roese
Ret. Starters/Lost: 2/3
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Overview: The Huskers were a scrappy team last season, but still managed to go 8-8 in the Big 12 with one of the smaller teams in major college basketball. Unfortunately, they lost two of their three mighty mites in Cookie Miller (7.3ppg, 3.5apg) and Steve Harley (10.2ppg) as well as wing Ade Dagunduro (12.8ppg). The defense was strong last season, as they limited opponents to 60.4ppg. Nebraska has added height to their team this season, but whether that will translate to more wins is another story. The only returning backcourt starter is 6-4 senior Sek Henry, who averaged 8ppg and 3.4pg last year. Toney McCray (6-6, 205) , who averaged 5.7ppg and Brandon Richardson (6-0, 190) will see time in the rotation. Freshman Eshanute Jones (6-4, 180) provides scoring after sitting out last season with an ankle injury. Senior guard Ryan Anderson (6-4, 205) made the Big 12 All-Defense team last year and also enters his senior season on career charts for 3-point baskets and 3-point percentage. Up front, senior Chris Balham (6-8, 235) started 23 games last season, but averaged just 10.1mpg, before they went with a smaller lineup. JC transfer Quincy Hankins-Cole (6-8, 240) will provide bulk inside, while 6-9 freshman Brandon Ubel gives them another option up front.
Outlook: The Huskers will be a bigger team this season and will not be physically overmatched this season. However, they may miss the quickness that the spark plugs provided.
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