It's possible to be optimistic and skeptical about Arizona State women's basketball going into the 2019-20 season.
There are enough interesting pieces, especially on the perimeter, to believe ASU should be nationally ranked (No. 18 USA Today coaches poll/No. 20 AP) and are capable of extending their school record six-year NCAA Tournament streak.
But the Sun Devils again are faced with rebuilding their post game and must replace 55% of their scoring and rebounding lost from a NCAA Sweet 16 team.
Imaging what the puzzle will eventually look like is difficult, even for 23-year coach Charli Turner Thorne.