THE GOOD NEWS
Although the Spartans do lose Kyle Hines, they return three of the next four highest scorers from this year. Ben Stywall looks like a potential replacement for Hines in the post, with his ability to get to the boards and score down low. Mikko Koivisto developed into one of the top shooters in the league in 2007-08, and he'll look to build on that in his junior season.

THE BAD NEWS
Any time you lose a player of Kyle Hines' accomplishments, it's not easy. But Hines isn't the only senior of impact departing from the UNCG program. Guards Kevin Oleksiak and Dwayne Johnson will also be missed in 2008-09, especially their leadership on and off the floor.

KEY RETURNEES
Ben Stywall really came into his own in his sophomore season, and he'll be counted on much more in 2008-09. Kendall Toney has the ability to really light up the scoreboard when his shot is falling, and he bears watching as he enters his junior campaign.

ROSTER REPORT

--F Kyle Hines became only the fourth player in Southern Conference history to be named to the all-conference team for four consecutive seasons.

--G Dwayne Johnson finished his senior season ranked fourth in the Southern Conference in assists at 4.27 per game.

--G Mikko Koivisto ranked second in the Southern Conference in three-point pe

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