Sometimes I think pundits overemphasize players a program loses. I think the pundits underemphasize how a team rates to the rest of the conference, and other programs, after those other programs have their own players losses.
MU bringing back 3 Senior Starters and 2 Junior Experienced Rotation Players. That is an Excellent Foundation.
In addition MU may possibly be bringing back another Junior who was injured as well as 2 sophomores who had non garbage time experience playing in meaningful games.
So a total rotation of 7-8 players who have chemistry, and played successfully in big games , should be more than enough to compete in The Big East and make The 2025 Tournament.
My guess is the performance of The Juniors will determine the 2025 MU season achievements. Seems like the Juniors still have a higher potential level they can reach in terms of their individual performance.