How can Mizzou Hoops locate a center? Will they make a move or remain stagnant?
In his recent article, Sam Snelling discusses the current state of Mizzou Hoops and their hunt for a center. Despite a successful run in the transfer portal, the team is still lacking a big man. While Mark Mitchell and Jacob Crews have been promising additions, they lean more towards the wing position. With the previous season’s disappointment in securing a center, the team faces similar challenges this year. However, Snelling suggests that there are still viable options available in the transfer portal, albeit not the high-profile ones like Cliff Omoruyi or Ugonna Onyenso due to financial constraints.
Snelling emphasizes the potential of “value buys” as a solution. Although not the ideal scenario, considering the quality and depth of the current roster, it’s a reasonable approach. He mentions Bent Leuchten, a senior from Cal-Irvine, as one of the remaining big men of interest. Despite his modest statistics, Leuchten’s efficiency and performance metrics suggest he could be a valuable addition to the team, comparable to players like Matthew Murrell from Ole Miss and Tolu Smith from Mississippi State.
