The University of New Mexico men’s basketball team opened up their final summer practice to the media on Tuesday. One thing that was obvious, Craig Neal has plenty of options this season. After a rough season talent and injury wise last year, there were 15 players suited up and going through drills. From four freshman to two red-shirt players eligible, fall camp for the Lobos is going to be full of opportunity. Who steps up? Who produces? Are just a couple of the questions that’ll will be pondered into the season? The Lobos will be better than last season. It will take some time for them to get there with new and unproven players. You’re way-to-early starting five, Obij Aget, Tim Williams, Sam Logwood, Xavier Adams and Cullen Neal. Head coach Craig Neal joined us Wednesday morning on The Opening Drive and among the things he pointed out heading into next season was perimeter shooting. The backcourt rotation will be interesting to watch early. It’s Cullen Neal’s show, shooting and creating. How fast can Elijah Brown (Butler transfer eligible after RS year) find his in game shooting rhythm? Tim Jacobs stepped up in a pinch last year soaking up minuets at point guard. Has the walk-on taken steps forward into a consistent player? Jordan Hunter is a freshman with solid defensive skills but is just that a freshman. All the questions and potential. Lobo basketball was down but they are not out. The coaches has a fun fall ahead but soon the fans will find out which players
