By grabbing nearly every rebound in sight and dominating inside, Christian Jones showed in August he could play center.
If needed.
UNLV coaches hope he won’t be needed there.
Their best scenario is to post 6-foot-11-inch freshman Cheickna Dembele at the five position and move the 6-7 Jones, a graduate transfer from St. John’s, to the four spot, or power forward.
“Let’s hope we get the true fives, or guys that’s their stronger position, up to speed and healthy,” coach Marvin Menzies said. “I like to play (Jones) at the four, but it’s good to have (center) as an option.