Predicting Michigan Basketball’s depth chart, NBA draft decisions

PF: Caleb Houstan, Terrance Williams, Tarris Reed, Will Tschetter

This is going to be the most interesting spot on the roster if Diabate stays in the draft. If he returns to Michigan basketball, he will be the starting four.

Last year, there were some issues with Diabate and Dickinson being on the floor together. However, Diabate is probably Michigan’s best defensive weapon, should he return, and he is by far the best rim protector that could be on the projected roster.

Yet, I would be stunned if he returned. So the big question is what will Houstan do? He was projected as a lottery pick a year ago but after struggling as a freshman, it seems like he would do well to be drafted in the second round.

I don’t doubt he would get picked. He’s an excellent shooter and even last year, he shot 39 percent in Big Ten play and is 6-foot-9. He needs to get more consistent and he will. If Houstan returns, he’s going to make a huge leap and with some added strength, he could be solid on defense too.

If Houstan decides to keep his name in the draft, then Williams could be an option to start. The Wolverines could look to the transfer portal too and a stretch four would be ideal.

Of course, Williams shot 38 percent from 3-point range last season. But that was on 52 attempts, and his defense would be a liability. Freshman Tarris Reed could step in too at 6-foot-10, as could Will Tschetter who is one of the best pure shooters on the roster.

There is a long way to go, but if Michigan basketball is able to have Jett at the three and Houstan at the four, it would be a dangerous duo, at least offensively.