Hawkins can absolutely play C. Most college 5s these days look more like Hawkins than like Kofi.There's a lot of confidence from insiders, but yeah, this question has me wondering as well. I think it's also interesting how cavalierly people slot CoHawk into center minutes. I have no idea what any of these players are thinking, but it seems like conventionally players want to play down a spot thinking it will help them get into the league. So every natural 2 is looking to get PG minutes. All the PFs want to play and shoot from the outside because it will help their draft status. And so on.
This is why Underwood makes the big bucks. Finding the right roles for the guys on the roster and keeping people happy when life isn't quite meeting their expectations.
Yes, most players want to play "down a spot." The thing is most college coaches want players to play UP a spot. In today's game, the premium is on quickness, shooting, and handles.
I would absolutely sell Nance on playing the 4. Not saying he would never get time at C, but Hawk and Dain will get most of the minutes there.