Oklahoma State's reported non-conference schedule is exactly what Steve Lutz needed to build. Matchups like Grand Canyon, Texas A&M, Saint Mary's and the Charleston Classic will challenge the Cowboys without overloading them before the grind of Big 12 play begins.
Jeff Goodman has Oklahoma State ninth in his preseason Big 12 rankings, and I think that's exactly where the Cowboys belong—for now. With Steve Lutz's revamped roster and Joe Lunardi already projecting OSU into the NCAA Tournament, don't be surprised if they finish much higher.
Athletic director Warde Manuel announced the move, going for some continuity on the coaching staff for the defending national champions.
Mike Boynton wasn't Michigan's interim coach for long.
Boynton went 119-109 overall and 51-75 at Oklahoma State and made the NCAA Tournament once in seven seasons.