LMU Gators: Varsity Basketball Roster

The 2008-2009 Gators have proven to the rest of Manhattan that they are a major force to be reckoned with come the B-Division playoffs. They currently stand atop their division with an astounding record of 12-1. Here is a look at their roster, with a complete scouting report of each player.

Note: This article was written prior to the season. De to technical difficulties, the first issue of Gator Nation was not released to the public. We will be constantly updating on the team’s progress so make sure to check out the blog.

Name	Comments	Player Comparison
PG Sam Becker	Entering his fourth year on varsity, Becker looks to be the teams’ staring point guard. Equipped with blazing speed and exceptional defensive abilities, he should make a huge impact on the court.	Gary Payton
PF Terrick Waiters	Waiters is an absolute monster on the boards despite his small size for a big man. He has the potential to get a double-double in every game this year.	Zach Randolph
SG Karim Obaid	Obaid has developed a ridiculous ability to handle the basketball due to his years playing street-ball. If he can play to his strengths and attack the basket rather than settle for a jump-shot, he could average nearly twenty points a game.	Jamal Crawford
PF Eddie Zheng	Stocked with a plethora of offensive moves on the low block, Zheng dominates his opponents in the post. He is also versatile enough to play the wing.	Yi Jianlian
SF Shane Richards	The MVP of Lab’s middle school team last year, Richards will make the quantum leap to varsity. However, this should not be a problem for him, as he knows how to utilize his deadly jump-shot.	Adam Morrison
SG Sam Album	Album comes into the season as the team’s most improved player. He is no longer just a spot up shooter, and has developed ways to get by defenders in order to score points and get to the line—where he rarely misses.	Mike Miller
SG Adam Leventhal	Leventhal looks to be coach Newman’s three point specialist in his offensive system. He can use his deceptive quickness and strength to shake off defenders.	Jason Kapono
PF James Peterson	Using superior strength, Peterson simply overpowers his opponents on his way to the basket. In addition, he has a deft touch from mid-range.	Mike Sweetney
PG Cassius Naylor	A new addition to the team, Naylor will most likely come off the bench for the Gators. He is a smart player with a good jump shot and rarely turns the ball over.	Rajon Rondo
SF David Bischof	Bischof is another big body for the Gators. He uses his power to defend taller players and is adept in rebounding.	Nick Collison
PF/C Bene French	Nicknamed “Raw” due to his sheer athleticism, French does not adhere to the rules of gravity, soaring over opponents for rebounds. With a bit of coaching and experience, “Raw” could become a terror on the court.	DJ Mbenga
SF Amiyr Holland	Holland is an utter beast on the court, and will outwork anyone for the basketball. He has perfected his step back jump shot and looks to be the team’s first or second option off the bench.	Renaldo Balkman
SG/SF Emilio Ramos	A surprise addition to the team, Ramos has a good handle for his size and can be a lockdown defender at times.	Raja Bell