More on some of the JC talents

Do keep in mind that rosters aren't set as yet for the community college basketball teams so some of these comments/opinions may be meaningless come the first actual game. Of course, there is also the possibility they are currently invalid too.  ;)

* Diablo Valley College looks to have more depth this coming season plus the freshman twins in the middle (Rico Nuno and Damion Banford). An offensive bonus is Nuno's playmaking/passing ability inside and outside the paint.

* At what level does DeAnza's 5-foot-9 Nate Vieira land after this season? He has the quicks and ballhandling ability to go DI but will he show the necessary shooting consistency necessary? Plus, being three inches shy of six-feet means the physicality at the top level could be a problem. It will be fascinating to see how this plays out.

* Can Monterey Peninsula College provide enough outside shooting threats to keep defenses honest in covering 6-foot-6 Stephen Dorsey? The potential is looks promising.

* Delta's Jordan Belasco didn't play in the Nor Cal JUCO Summer Jamboree because he was back in St. Louis at the Jerry Mullens national event. He led the state in assists during the 2013-14 season but is the level of athleticism required to make plays and defend present for DI?

* College of the Redwoods won't be big and therefore rebounding is a question but sharpshooting Johnny Shelton returns (14.5 points per game on 49%, 51& and 89% shooting) and Fortuna High point Justin Claus has come aboard.

* CCSF is very inexperienced and not all that big (thus far) so here's predicting Gabe Bealer averaging a double-double.

* Really want to see what Dalvin Guy can add to the mix for Santa Rosa Junior College. Defensive and rebounding contributions from him would be a big boost to the Bear Cubs.

It;s also worth noting that landing in DI is not the end all/be all. Fulfilling college experiences on and off the court can happen throughout the country. The references above to DI are simply a curiosity on my part.