Evan Guillory becomes the third Catamount in the portal

Evan Guillory becomes the first Catamount who played significant minutes to enter the portal. Guillory earned some minutes with his physical presence on defense and on the boards. When Becker talked about Guillory prior to the season he referred to him as "a part of the future of the program" so this is significant. I liked his game and he looked like a player that could grow into a larger role each year. As we have seen across all levels of college basketball, roster turnover is going to be more a part of the offseason cycle now. With players having the freedom to move they are able to make a thoughtful decision about where they want to continue their playing career without having to weigh sitting out a year. With more players in and out each season, instead of being able to project team makeup or minutes long term, it is going to be more of a year to year assessment by players and coaches. That changes the whole recruiting process and the whole pitch when talking to potential recruits. It is as likely to see a significant rotation player leave as it is to see one enter from the portal. These early few years of the new rules are going to see a lot of player movement as programs and players adjust to the new options that each has. Especially with continued extra years for players until the all of the extra COVID years cycle through. I am sad to see Guillory go but wish him the best in finding the right place to continue his career.