On paper, IU should have the players to replace Smith. Smith was good for 10 ppg and 5 rpg. They could go small since the 5* guard (Lander) reclassified to 2020. Another option is to go with little-used Thompson and Hunter, who are similar in size, and their combined stats are just a little less than Smith.Justin Smith gone from Indiana
I agree not a huge loss outside of depth on the wing. Very athletic but not overly polished.On paper, IU should have the players to replace Smith. Smith was good for 10 ppg and 5 rpg. They could go small since the 5* guard (Lander) reclassified to 2020. Another option is to go with little-used Thompson and Hunter, who are similar in size, and their combined stats are just a little less than Smith.