Gone: F Josh Scott, F Tre’Shaun Fletcher (transferred to Toledo), G Xavier Talton
Key newcomers: G Derrick White (CU-Colorado Springs transfer), F Lucas Siewert (freshman), C Dallas Walton (freshman).
Why this pick: With the departure of low-post mainstay Scott, the emphasis shifts to the perimeter for the Buffs. But that doesn’t mean they’ll be any worse off: This team is loaded with experience, shooting and athleticism, returning the vastly improved George King on the wing, rugged defender/rebounder Wesley Gordon inside and Xavier Johnson back to the wing after missing last season with an Achilles tendon injury. Division II scoring whiz Derrick White has shown signs he’ll be a big contributor on this level, too.
