San Diego State has concluded its season, successful yet not going as far as they wished in the Big Dance. The Aztecs were carried by defense, simply lacking creators and shooters. The need for a point to step up is critical.
Now what do Dakarai Allen and D'Erryl Williams decide to do? Both will be entering their junior seasons of eligibility.
Their 2014-15 production:
* Dakarai Allen: 396 minutes, 2.6 points, 1.7 rebounds, 41% overall shooting, 67% from the foul line, 2-10 from beyond the arc, 19 steals
* D'Erryl Williams: 129 minutes, 8-14 overall shooting, 2-3 from long range,1-2 at the charity stripe
Their respective strengths are not on offense, which is what the Aztecs primarily need. Having Malik Pope ready from the get-go will be a major offensive plus but additional firepower is needed as returning center Skylar Spencer is a non-factor regarding point production.
Freshman Kevin Zabo was supposed to help at the point but that didn't happen. Fellow frosh guard Trey Kell was better defensively than on offense which surprised many. 6-foot-6 sophomore Matt Shrigley, supposedly another solid shooter, was inconsistent all season. All will be back and in the mix.
6-foot-3 SoCal prep shooting guard Jeremy Helmsley is arriving for his his first season and he also has been praised for his defensive effort. Plus, a 6-foot-5 2016 guard from Washington has already give a verbal.
Granted, elements such as what you have as a major, your circle of existing friends, being a part of a very successful basketball program and more can all lend to both Allen and Williams wishing to remain as Aztecs.
We should know soon.
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