TEMPE -- The last 40 years have been something of a battle of attrition for the Arizona State Sun Devils men's basketball program, which has spiraled into just four NCAA Tournament appearances since 2010. That script has been flipped upside down with the hiring of Randy Bennett as the next leader of the program, as his track record over 25 seasons at Saint Mary's makes his credentials as a plus leader self-evident. May 7, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils basketball head coach Randy Bennett (center) poses for a photo with athletic director Graham Rossini (left) and school president Dr. Michael Crow during an introductory press conference at the Weatherup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Not everyone is sold on the idea that the Sun Devils will make a quick ascent under Bennett, however. Arizona State on SI breaks down why the team should be backed by that sentiment below.…