This BYU team is not where we expected it to be. Injuries, inconsistent defense and rebounding, and a bench that struggled early in the season have sent the Cougars down an unexpected path. The reserves have not produced the way many thought they would. Losing Dawson Baker early in the season hurt, as he likely would have been the top scorer off the bench and a much-needed leader. Now, with Saunders injured, the Cougars will be without their senior leader and one of their most important players.