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Auburn Basketball: Start the Sophomore and the Senior in the Backcourt

Last week, the other writer on FlyWarEagle.com — who happens to be my son — argued that the Auburn basketball team starting an all-freshman starting five would give the team the best chance to win.

Based on the last two games, I’d say that’s hogwash.

In fact, a senior and a sophomore in the starting backcourt are sorely needed on this team. Putting senior Ronnie Johnson and sophomore Bryce Brown on the court with three freshman — Austin Wiley, Mustapha Heron and Danjel Purifoy in the front court — would bring stability and a sense of calmness to the offense, two qualities sorely needed.