Two seasons removed from the Elite 8, Baylor's talent filled roster looks to take
the next step forward this year.
How much will LaceDarius Dunn's departure be felt? Through his Junior & Senior years, Dunn led the Bears in points per game. One of the better scorers in basketball throughout his last two years in college, the 6'4" guard seemed capable of pouring it in from anywhere at times.
Perry Jones, a projected lottery pick in the 2012 draft, decided to stay at Baylor. One has to believe that his decision had much to do with the uncertainty of the NBA actually playing any games in the 2011-12 season. Chicago native Quincy Miller will be his running mate in the Baylor frontcourt. His versatility should definitely help out Baylor, as well as give Perry Jones more isolation opportunities in the low post. Pro Scouts have also been extremely impressed with Miller's Basketball I.Q. When you have a player who's 6'8" and knows the game like Miller does, it can be extremely dangerous for the opposition. Expect the Baylor frontcourt to dominate virtually all opponents this upcoming season.
If you go on YouTube, you can find a plethora of Duece Bello highlights films. Almost unanimously considered the best dunker amongst freshman this year, Duece should somewhat be able to fill the void left in the Baylor backcourt by LaceDarius Dunn. Although his jumpshot tends to be a bit spotty, his athleticism and ability to drive at will has head coach Scott Drew referring to him as "the most athletic player I've ever recruited."
Depending on where they are placed during March, the Bears are very capable of making a run at the final four this year. All of their pieces simply need to gel together. If Jones and Miller show out they way that they're capable of this year, and the others can excel in their roles, the Bears will without a doubt compete for a date in New Orleans this year.
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