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Yeah coming off the bench...

Nickel would be the natural addition to the starting lineup. I think Collins could replace any of Cattoor, Nickel and Pedulla depending on the situation. I'd prefer not to play Cattoor at PG if Collins replaces Pedulla but there are situations where that might be advantageous and its feasible. More likely he simply replaces Nickel first, then Nickel comes back for Cattoor at some point. Then of course Rechsteiner replaces Pedulla. I ***really*** would like to get Jaydon Young some minutes after the Auburn game and before conference play. I think there's more to tap into there and he could become a better offensive version of Collins as early as season end this season. Worst case scenario he gets some experience to build on when VT needs to replace Cattoor at year end. It genuinely feels like Collins is playing for a spot on the roster going into next season. There is a young prospect behind him who does what he does plus shoots it well. There is a need right now for someone who can contribute offensively on the wing and that is only exacerbated next season with the loss of Cattoor. Best case scenario is Collins turns it around because a revolving door isn't ideal in a system. Developing those guys to play above themselves in years 3 and 4 is the most ideal outcome. But as it stands right now, I see VT moving on and signing 2 portal wings, a 4 and wither a combo 3/4 or another post in addition to Jones and Johnson
Posted: 11/25/2023 at 07:38 AM ET
(In response to this post by 85vthokie_cincy)

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Great tough win, Hokies, I gotta ask
skautdog 11/24/23 07:56 PM ET
Remember Wabissa Bede? Sort of in that category.**
VToncologyNurse 11/24/23 09:59 PM ET
He's usually tasked with guarding the other team's best wing player. **
Hokiestud 11/24/23 09:43 PM ET
Has his vision been checked?**
Shbolf 11/24/23 08:38 PM ET
Five rebounds, three assists and four steals. **
YBYSAIAHokie 11/24/23 08:37 PM ET
That. I thought the steal and timeout at the 16:00 mark was crucial.**
David CunninghamAdmin 11/25/23 12:15 AM ET
He hasn’t missed a FT this year 🤔**
VPI63 11/24/23 08:29 PM ET
I thought he played a good game except for his shooting,
NC Hoke 11/24/23 08:28 PM ET
He’s quite consistent at boxing out, if Pedulla did that more
soflahokie 11/24/23 08:08 PM ET
Everyone is contributing at one rate or another. Continuing to
PhotoHokieNC 11/24/23 08:04 PM ET
Terrific defense, rebounding. Hope his shot begins to fall eventually.
ancient alien 2018 11/24/23 08:00 PM ET
Had nice steals and rebounds tonight
VBpescador 11/24/23 08:00 PM ET
Great defense and steals …..probably 12-14 pts without scoring 💪..tough !**
jagerhokie 11/24/23 07:58 PM ET
There needs to be a role change for Collins...
GCHokie34 11/24/23 07:58 PM ET
What are you thinking? Coming off the bench....
85vthokie_cincy 11/24/23 11:48 PM ET
Yeah coming off the bench...
GCHokie34 11/25/23 07:38 AM ET
Thx. Makes sense...**
85vthokie_cincy 11/25/23 07:44 AM ET
I feel bad for Collins
Hokie Chief 11/25/23 07:41 AM ET
Yes, but he hit some clutch free throws tonight.**
HokieJack 11/24/23 08:08 PM ET
He needs to play situational roles
tallahasseehokie 11/24/23 08:14 PM ET