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I have reset my expectations downward as well, but still think we are capable of a Final Four run. Of course, if you wanted to maximize the development of all your players, you'd have Di and Maya sit for half the season to give the frosh as much experience as possible, then by the time your big guns are up to speed and ready for the post-season, you'd have freshmen that are already playing like sophomores.

I also think that Di is the heart and the soul of this team and the longer she sits, the more the other players have to step up in terms of leadership and intangibles.

So...assuming everyone can be healthy by the end of the year, having a key big and a key perimeter player down for an extended period might just lead to the best possible team by the time the NCAA's roll around.

[bl82]

I have reset my expectations downward as well, but still think we are capable of a Final Four run. Of course, if you wanted to maximize the development of all your players, you'd have Di and Maya sit for half the season to give the frosh as much experience as possible, then by the time your big guns are up to speed and ready for the post-season, you'd have freshmen that are already playing like sophomores.

I also think that Di is the heart and the soul of this team and the longer she sits, the more the other players have to step up in terms of leadership and intangibles.

So...assuming everyone can be healthy by the end of the year, having a key big and a key perimeter player down for an extended period might just lead to the best possible team by the time the NCAA's roll around.