Dylan Smith is one of four scholarship players that has been sidelined for the Arizona Wildcats this season.
But unlike the other three, Smith’s absence isn’t due to an injury or a suspension.
As a transfer from UNC Asheville, Smith is required by NCAA rules to sit out an entire season before he is eligible to play at Arizona.
Therefore, this season serves as an off year for the sophomore. That doesn’t mean he is taking it easy, though.
“There’s no free passes if you’re him,” head coach Sean Miller said.