FURMAN Basketball Preview: Can Bob Richey's Frontcourt Mesh With A New Backcourt?

The Furman Paladins are fueled by the sting of their SoCon Championship loss. Coach Bob Richey is rebuilding the backcourt by leaning on the potential best frontcourt in the league. In This Episode: The Overhaul: Furman replaces 54% of its scoring (PJay Smith & Nick Anderson), relying on Richey's mastery of player development and the "work while you wait" culture. Frontcourt Power: Cooper Bowser (DPOY candidate) and Charles Johnston anchor the interior, creating a powerful inside-out offense. Freshman Star: Meet Alex Wilkins , the freshman floor general with the "it factor" who is set to be a star in the Southern Conference . Prediction: We discuss why the floor is a No. 3 seed and the ceiling is SoCon Champions and an NCAA Tournament threat. Plus, the impact of the new Timmons Arena . Will last year's loss in the SoCon title game provide fuel for the Paladins? Presented by Ingles Markets