In Reply to: A Tough Game to Watch. posted by ej on January 11, 2026 at 09:32:35
The answer feels obvious to me.
Until it becomes clear that we’re out of the tournament picture, Jamerson needs to be playing. He should be on the floor until he fouls out. All we can hope is that he cuts down on the reaching fouls. He’s nowhere near a complete player, but right now he’s the best option we have. Over the last two games, our best defensive basketball has come with him on the floor.
Looking ahead to next year, I actually like the pieces we have. I don’t think we need five or six new players. What we need are two high-level guys and one or two solid, serviceable pieces. The priority has to be a true five-star-type wing—someone who can create his own shot and is an elite athlete. Yes, those guys are rare, but they do exist. We opened the pocketbook for Dent, and we need to open it even wider for a player like that. The second major need is a bruiser inside.
I really like Perry, and if he makes the same kind of offseason jump he made last year, he’s going to be a very good point guard. Dailey is a good player as well. He’s been inconsistent, but I’m increasingly convinced that a lot of that stems from playing the same position as Tyler.
Give me:
Perry
A solid two-way wing (6'5- 6’6 guy)
Dailey
a true bruiser
Booker (with a bruiser inside, he can open it up when needed from 3)
If we can land two quality wings and slide Dailey to the four, even better. I’m willing to give Booker another year—there’s real skill there, and another offseason in the weight room could make a difference. I also like Williams. He’s only a sophomore, and he feels like the type of player you really appreciate by his senior year. He’s a solid bench piece. I need to see more from Freeny, but I’d bring him back if it’s cost-effective. We’re also bringing in the 6'8" freshman; it’s unclear how ready he’ll be to contribute right away.