Overview
- Bennett, introduced Thursday at ASU's Weatherup Center, said a health issue put him in the hospital for 10 days and delayed his unveiling.
- He said he feels good now, is catching his stride, and has spent the past five weeks working longer days on the job.
- ASU now lists a 12-player roster built through the transfer portal that 247Sports ranks first in the Big 12.
- Early additions include Saint Mary's forward Paulius Murauskas and guard Dillan Shaw, plus Portland guard Joel Foxwell and frontcourt help from Boston University and Gonzaga.
- Athletic director Graham Rossini said Bennett was the top target, citing a 25-year Saint Mary's run with a 589-228 record and 12 NCAA trips as ASU tackles the Big 12 challenge.