OT: Purdue Basketball 2014-2015

Let me preface this by saying that this is my first thread here and it would be nice if you guys take it easy on me. I have always been interested in statistics and putting together previews of certain teams. I got the idea to go through an early preview of the B1G teams. So, here goes it.

The Purdue basketball team has suffered through an awful year in which they finished last in the B1G. The team lost seniors Terone Johnson (#0), Errick Peck (#32), Sterling Carter (#1), and Travis Carroll (#50). Not only did they lose these four core seniors, but they also lost Terone's younger brother Ronnie Johnson who is transferring. In addition, Jay Simpson unfortunately has suffered a career ending heart condition and will not be playing. Between these six players they are losing 55% of their minutes and 52% of their points. So here is the projected roster for next season:

Number  Name                   HT             WT          YR         POS

30      Neal Beshears          6-7            198       SR.           SF

Has only played in 26 games in his 3 years, most likely will continue on that path.

11      Stephen Toyra          6-3            177       JR.           SG

Kind of the same deal, only played in 19 games in his two years.

2        Jon McKeeman         6-1             180        JR.          PG

Even more of a scrub, 6 games, 2 years.

*20     A.J. Hammons          7-0             251         JR.         C

Hammons is one of the biggest headcases in college basketball. When trying, he is a dominant force, when careless, he is a foul and turnover machine. Could go pro this year, but not likely. Has averaged 10.7 points and 6.7 rebounds over his career. Starting Center.

*35     Rapheal Davis          6-5             211         JR.       SG

Davis will most likely be the starting two guard or three. He has averaged 5.8 points and 3.8 rebounds over his career. He is and most likely will continue to be just an average player.

*21     Kendall Stephens     6-6             193          SO.       SG

Stephens is "just a shooter". He will most likely continue this. Because of his game he might play the 2 on offense and the 3 on defense. Stephens will most likely make a jump and add to his 8 points per game. May have to come off the bench.

*5       Basil Smotherman    6-5           222           SO.       SF

Basil Smotherman, a candidate for name of the year, will continue his starting ways. He will look to add to his 5 points per game.

*12     Bryson Scott            6-1           201           SO.       PG

Bryson Scott will most likely get the nod at the Point. He only started two games last year and his A:TO is not very good, but he can make a Freshman jump.

24      Anfernee Brown        6-1           190            SO.       PG

Will not play.

44      Isaac Haas                7-2           275           FR.       C

Thier highest touted recruit, a 7-2 center is a rare commodity and he may get some meaningful minutes. 4 star on rivals.

4        Vince Edwards          6-7           205           FR.        SF

Another freshman that may get some important minutes, no more than any other established forwards, as there are plenty on the team.

23      Jacquill Taylor           6-9            215            FR.      PF

May get some minutes.

31      Dakota Mathias         6-4           190            FR.       SG

Possibilty for him to get some good minutes, relies on whether or not Eron Harris transfers. Although Harris does not play the same position, he would take up valuable minutes.

3        P.J. Thompson          5-10           155             FR.     PG