Pittsburgh Basketball: Projected 2023-24 depth chart without Dior Johnson

GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA - MARCH 19: Blake Hinson #2 of the Pittsburgh Panthers runs down court during the first half against the Xavier Musketeers in the second round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at The Fieldhouse at Greensboro Coliseum on March 19, 2023 in Greensboro, North Carolina. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) /

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Pittsburgh Panthers forward Guillermo Diaz Graham (25) and forward Jorge Diaz Graham Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /

Power forward

Starter: Blake Hinson (30 mpg)

The one starter where there’s no question about his role is Hinson. The former Ole Miss/Iowa State forward was one of the biggest impact transfers all of last season, leading Pittsburgh Basketball with 15.3 ppg and 6.0 rpg, shooting 38% from three-point range. He went for 25 points and 13 rebounds against Syracuse, along with 24 points on 8/14 shooting from deep in a win over Wake Forest.

Last season, Hinson and Burton were the All-ACC stars of Pittsburgh Basketball. This time around, Hinson is the undisputed go-to option on this team and has a good shot at making the first-team list for the league. He’ll have to carry the team at times but he’s shown the ability to do so.

Reserve: Jorge Diaz-Graham (10 mpg)

The 6’11 freshman forward averaged around 10 mpg last season, though his spot in the rotation was sporadic at times. Jorge is a natural stretch forward who shot 35% from three-point range and did have a pair of double-digit scoring games against VCU and Fairleigh Dickinson. The presence of Hinson will limit his potential minutes as a sophomore next season but Jorge remains a good piece for the program going forward.

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