Why Casey Alexander wanted to bring Andrej Kostic back to Kansas State

TL;DR

Casey Alexander aims to bring back Andrej Kostic to Kansas State, highlighting Kostic's potential as a shooter and his struggles during his freshman season. The coaching change raises hopes for Kostic's development.

Key points

Casey Alexander wants to bring Andrej Kostic back to Kansas State
Kostic showed potential as a shooter during his freshman season
His role limited his ability to meet expectations
Jerome Tang's firing led to uncertainty about Kostic's future

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Why Casey Alexander wanted to bring Andrej Kostic back to Kansas State

MANHATTAN — When Andrej Kostic got his opportunities during his freshman season, there were flashes of the potential that made some consider him a possible NBA Draft pick.

A quick release and sniper from deep, paired with his size at 6-foot-6, reminded many why the Wildcats were so high on him. Unfortunately, his usage never allowed him to live up to the hype he arrived in Manhattan with. His role was another blunder on a long list amid the program's frustrating season.

When Jerome Tang was fired, it was assumed that Kostic would depart The Little Apple, only to have his chance to develop elsewhere. With the right coach, he could become the player many believe he can be.

Enter Casey Alexander, Kansas State's new coach, whose offensive system could be perfect for someone with Kostic's skillset. With a system ranked among the nation's best in 3-point shooting over the last 4 years at Belmont, staying in Manhattan could unlock the Serbian native's capabilities.