Michigan State Basketball: 5 reasons Romeo Weems will commit to MSU

Michigan State Basketball: 5 reasons Romeo Weems will commit to Spartans

DETROIT, MI - MARCH 18: Head coach Tom Izzo of the Michigan State Spartans reacts during the first half against the Syracuse Orange in the second round of the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Little Caesars Arena on March 18, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /

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DETROIT, MI – MARCH 18: Head coach Tom Izzo of the Michigan State Spartans reacts during the first half against the Syracuse Orange in the second round of the 2018 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Little Caesars Arena on March 18, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /

2. Weems would fill an instant need

The wing position, where Romeo Weems would likely play, will be a major need in 2019. Gone is Miles Bridges and Matt McQuaid, Kenny Goins and Kyle Ahrens (depending on medical redshirt) will all be gone as well. Josh Langford will be a senior, leaving the only depth at the position to incoming freshmen in the 2018 class — Gabe Brown, Aaron Henry.

Weems is listed as a small forward and power forward, so he could play both positions if that’s what the Spartans need. However, he’ll likely fit best on the wing at 6-7, 215 pounds.

If he can develop a consistent jumper, he could fill that immediate need on the wing. If he struggled with his shot and continues to improve strength-wise, he could be shifted to the power forward spot. The Spartans will need him one way or another, but he could hit the starting lineup as a true freshman.

This walking triple-double at the high school level would fill an immediate need, which means more playing time right away — music to star recruits’ ears.

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