There is reason for cautious optimism. Expectations are at an all time low for the past 30 years, but the team appears to have some talent and depth. Overall experience is an issue as are the 4 and 5 positions, but if chemistry develops and some people step up, this team can be a surprise. We will need to see how it all looks on the court in real games, and also accept that it may take some time for this team to gel with all the new parts. Patience will be necessary. Rome was not built in one day and this team will not be built with one practice or one game.