McCabe could be special at Iowa. I really believe it comes down to how much he develops physically. He is basketball smart, and has incredible skills. If the Lick "system" truly exists, then based on the premises I have read, McCabe will be the best fit. If he develops physically, he can be the 4 that Iowa needs. He will stretch the floor on defenses as he steps out to screen, as he can absolutely fill it up. He also if a very skilled passer and ballhandler.
If he doesn't develop physically, I am afraid he won't be able to play the 4 spot effectively in the Big 10. Consequently, he plays out of position his entire career, something that has been too common so far in the Lick era.
I have high hopes, as most of the players in Lick's era have developed physically. He is a special talent, and I think he and Brust are the keys to Lick being at Iowa much longer.