But their ridiculous schedule denied them the opportunity to go. Then they added a lottery pick center to that team and took it to the sweet 16. Next year they won't have Wright or Bachinsky and I think Poetle will declare as well (now projected to be late lottery). Looking at their incoming recruits (two mid-level local talents and a JC) I don't see how they'll be any good next year.

I hear Utes say the defense will keep them in games. How good will the defense be without a 7 footer in the lane? The JC kid needs to be very very good if Utah is to be competitive in the Pac next year.