Randy Bennett begins rebuilding ASU men's basketball program after roster overhaul

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Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Randy Bennett begins rebuilding ASU men's basketball program after roster overhaul
Summary

Randy Bennett, recently appointed head coach of ASU men's basketball, is working to rebuild the team following his move from Saint Mary's. Currently, only two players from the previous season remain, while new additions focus on enhancing the team's size in the frontcourt. Bennett emphasizes a slow, foundational development process, ensuring strong fundamentals and team cohesion as central themes. After a health scare earlier this month, Bennett expressed relief at being back on the court with his team, progressing through their training sessions. The full roster is not yet present as a few players are still to join the program.

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  • Only Bryce Ford and Vijay Wallace remain from the previous roster.
  • Junior forward Paulius Murauskas is a top transfer addition.
  • Bennett prioritizes building a larger frontcourt to compete effectively.
  • Bennett previously had a health scare, delaying his introductory press conference.
  • Team practices have shifted towards well-organized and fundamentally focused sessions.
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  • 9:23 PMYahoo SportsRandy Bennett, ASU men's basketball debut their new look, foundation
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After making the move from Saint Mary’s, Randy Bennett has had to rebuild the entire roster from the ground up at ASU.

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