Freshman Hoopsters Struggling to Find Their Place

Well, as we have said, on a team of veterans like this, what do you expect. But it sounds like all 4 freshman are expected to play tonight. Story here. Jeremis Smith certainly took advantage of his opportunity:

They all want to play and are trying to be patient until their turn comes. Smith asserted himself especially well against Illinois-Chicago. He grabbed six rebounds in 12 minutes, drew a charge, made two assists and a steal, and blocked two shots.