First installment in a two-part men's basketball season preview.
STATESBORO - They knew it while it was happening, the game film confirmed it and it has been the focus of the Georgia Southern men's basketball program since the conclusion of the 2016-17 campaign. When the Eagles defended and rebounded well, they had success. When they didn't, they struggled.
The Eagles have proven their ability on the offensive end and should have even greater firepower and depth this season, but to take the next step and make a run in the Sun Belt Tournament and maybe even further, they have to demonstrate their toughness, especially on the defensive end.