Nothing is set in stone. No-one knows how the future would play out.

Subjective probabilities might suggest that the odds of Noah starting again next year are be reduced, but few of us had him penciled in as a major minute player this time last year. Waterman's remarkable improvement surprised us.

So the program looks to be gaining an upgrade from its top 20 finish in 2024. That is exciting, and I think Noah is tough enough to compete. I know he has the athletic gifts, the shooting touch, the good hands, and the connection with his teammates.

And if it turns out, his minutes drop to 12-15 on a top 5 team, that's enhancing to his future also.