Gone: F Jonah Bolden (early pro departure), F Tony Parker
Key newcomers: G Lonzo Ball (freshman), F T.J. Leaf (freshman, former UA commit), F Ike Anigbogu (freshman)
Why this pick: Steve Alford wonβt need his son, Bryce, to do it all in the backcourt again: Lonzo Ball may be as impactful as any of the Pac-12βs talented freshmen, with size and uncanny court vision that should make him the instant point guard. A strong returning group, plus the addition of skilled forward T.J. Leaf, suggests this group could at least flip-flop that eye-opening 6-12 conference mark of last season.Β
