Is It Arizona's Time?

Brian noted Sean Miller is probably regarded as the dreaded "Best Coach Without a Final 4". A mere basket away a year ago, the Wildcats are loaded again despite the losses of Aaron Gordon and Nick Johnson.

It's not a stretch to call Arizona the nation's top defensive team. By AdjustedD, they were the best in 2014 and should be as good this year. They were efficient on offense last year, ranking 20th best. They play a pretty slow tempo, 283rd last year, 64 possessions a game.  They certainly have the horses to play a little quicker, though.

I'd like to see Arizona play a little more up-tempo this season. They were slightly above average at getting to the line and causing turnovers last season. There are a minimum 4 NBA players on the roster. Sean Miller prides his teams unselfishness but to get over that last hump, a little individual sizzle could go a long way.

Keep an eye on Kadeem Allen, a juco transfer who has the game Arizona could use.

Arizona is and should be a favorite to make it to Indy next Spring. Should they come up short, Coach Sean Miller will have a lot of pressure added to crack the Final 4 code given the talent he has at his disposal this year.