This is a big year for Nysier Brooks. To this point, the 6’11” forward/center from Philadelphia has had the benefit of studying under an all-time great for the Cincinnati Bearcats in Gary Clark and one of the most important players for the program in the last two years in Kyle Washington. Now Brooks is going to be asked to take up his game in production, playing time and overall responsibilities.
It all starts with defense for Brooks. That’s the side of his game that will best indicate if he is ready to take a step into the limelight and be more than just the guy replacing Washington.