Oklahoma men's basketball primer

F — Romero Osby (6-8, Sr.): Solid both outside and in, shot 49 percent last season.

G — Steven Pledger (6-4, Sr.): The Sooners' leading scorer last season is back for more.

G — Je'lon Hornbeak (6-3, Fr.): A smart decision-maker and constant giver of high effort.

G — Isaiah Cousins (6-3, Fr.): Incredible court vision and smooth passer.

Rotation candidates

G — Sam Grooms (6-1, Sr.): A solid ballhandler who helps calm the sometimes over-energized squad

G — Buddy Hield (6-3, Fr.): Immediate producer from the bench with a can't-lose mentality

F — Andrew Fitzgerald (6-8, Sr.): A natural power forward who started every game the last two seasons.

F — Tyler Neal (6-7, So.): Former Putnam City West standout is a versatile forward who can play against any man — big or small.

C — Casey Arent (6-10, Sr.): Solid passer and one of the bigger bodies in the Big 12.

G — Cameron Clark (6-6, Jr.): Former starter who's a well-rounded small forward.

Rest of roster

G — James Fraschilla (5-10, So.): Known for his trick-shot videos and upbeat attitude.