Gonzaga, throughout their run of tournament excellence and conference domination, has always been known as “Guard University.” Yes, the frontcourt has translated to more NBA-level success, but it's the guards that largely predicate how a season is going to go. To be the ballhandler in Mark Few’s system is not just a badge of honor but a role of great duty. More often than not, you’re proceeding behind the success of a future pro and a player with a treasure trove of accomplishments.
Seldom does inexperience get the reigns unless it's possessed by someone with discernable talent. Like one-and-done Jalen Suggs, who was supported by a transfer upperclassman in Andrew Nembhard and another veteran in Joel Ayayi.