Transfers make reloading Norfolk State roster an easy task

NORFOLK, Virginia  --  While most college basketball coaches whose teams aren't in postseason play are hot on the recruiting trail, Norfolk State's work is mostly done.

Coach Anthony Evans has three transfers enrolled who, along with four returning starters, should make Norfolk State the favorite to repeat as Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference regular-season champ, he says.

"With everything we've got coming back, with the new guys coming in, we should be favored," he said.

Norfolk State loses four seniors but only one starter: forward Rob Johnson. Kris Brown, a reserve non-scholarship player, was the only other senior to play frequently.

The most interesting of the newcomers is Grant Hefeng, a 6-foot-8 Fresno State transfer who practiced with the Spartans this season. He is a strong offensive player and rebounder and could start, Evans said.  Hefeng is from Shenzhen, China, and played for the Chinese Junior National Team.

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