Starting on Monday morning, October 29th, and continuing throughout the week, we will be counting down the top 100 players in college basketball on the College Basketball Talk twitter account.
Check back to this page – or to the CBT twitter account – throughout the week to get caught up on the rankings.
100. Matisse Thybulle, @UW_MBB
He's not the name people know from U-Dub. He's an athletic wing with 3PT range that averaged 11.2 ppg while playing a critical role in Mike Hopkins' zone defense (3.0 spg, 1.4 bpg). The junior's value goes beyond the stats. pic.twitter.com/CasZ9xoBLV
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
99. Nick Weiler-Babb, @CycloneMBB
Fantasy player's dream. Weiler-Babb averaged 11.3 ppg, 7.0 rpg and 6.8 apg as a RS Jr. Don't be surprised when the 6-5 point guard posts multiple triple-doubles for a much-improved Iowa State team this season. pic.twitter.com/o4RLyqjs4A
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
98. Dylan Windler, @BelmontMBB
The latest star to roll through Belmont's Nashville campus, Windler (17.3 ppg, 9.3 rpg, 2.5 apg, 42.6% 3PT) is one of the best players in the country. No one else in college basketball averaged 17, 9 and 2 while shooting 40 percent from three. pic.twitter.com/WcWlQV42FF
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
97. Nick Richards, @KentuckyMBB
Something of a disappointment last season, the former five-star center looked like Kentucky's most-improved player in the Bahamas. He's the lone true vertical-spacer and rim-protector on the roster. pic.twitter.com/PFIh6Pjv2A
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
96. Myles Powell, @SetonHallMBB
With all of the talented veterans that Seton Hall lost to graduation, Powell – who averaged 15.5 points as a sophomore – has a chance to be the @BIGEAST's leading scorer this season. Can he handle the increased workload? (Hint: Yes.) pic.twitter.com/90a83bfond
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
95. Jessie Govan, @GeorgetownHoops
Govan was one of just 23 players nationally (and just eight at the high-major level) to average more than 10 boards. He also averaged 17.9 points. And 2.0 assists. And 1.1 blocks. While shooting 35 percent from three. All at 6-10. Not bad. pic.twitter.com/rVmwncbg27
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
94. Bruno Fernando, @TerrapinHoops
The 6-10 freshman from Angola had a very promising freshman campaign, averaging 10.3 ppg, 6.5 rpg and 1.2 bpg. With Huerter, Jackson and Cekovsky gone, he is going to be asked to carry much more of the load for Mark Turgeon's team. pic.twitter.com/upshbu0a23
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
93. Kevin Porter Jr., @USC_Hoops
Porter is a low-end five-star prospect that really impressed late in his senior season. He was only invited to play on the scout team at Nike Hoop Summit, but the 6-4 off-guard put on a show. This may end up being too low for the Seattle native. pic.twitter.com/Q69JPtLPyE
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
92. Yoeli Childs, @BYUbasketball
The 6-8 native Utahn was terrific for the Cougars last season, averaging 17.8 ppg, 8.6 rpg and 1.8 bpg with the ability to make a jumper. Gonzaga's star power will make it hard, but it's not a stretch to see a scenario where he is WCC POY. pic.twitter.com/X55eg9rcCX
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
91. Tyler Cook, @IowaHoops
Cook is one of the best big men in the Big Ten and no one is talking about him. That has a lot to do with the fact that Iowa couldn't stop anyone last season. Cook wasn't without fault, and if Iowa figures it out, Cook has Big Ten POY upside. pic.twitter.com/lOnlXdy4RK
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
90. BJ Taylor, @UCF_MBB
When Taylor has been healthy, he's as good as anyone. But he missed the entire 2015-16 season and 16 games last year. UCF is an elite defensive team. They also struggle to score. If Taylor is at his best, the Knights are really, really dangerous. pic.twitter.com/YIulm7hDfp
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
89. Jeremiah Martin, @Memphis_MBB
The hype surrounding the start of Penny Hardaway era has a lot to do with recruiting momentum, but we shouldn't ignore Martin, the star of this Memphis team. A 6-3 Sr., Martin avg'd 18.9 ppg, 4.3 rpg, 3.8 apg and 2.3 spg for the Tigers. pic.twitter.com/aVYACybevO
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
88. Brandon Clarke, @ZagMBB
The 6-8 transfer from SJSU will fill the defensive void left by Johnathan Williams III. The question is, as the latest product of Gonzaga's redshirt program, will he have the revamped jumper he needs to be more than just a defender and rebounder? pic.twitter.com/xV45hWHiOr
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
87. Jarrett Culver, @TexasTechMBB
Zhaire Smith got all the attention in last year's freshman class, but Culver was impressive in his own right. A 6-5 off-guard, he averaged 11.2 ppg while shooting 38.2% from three. With the talent Tech lost, Culver is in line for a huge year. pic.twitter.com/Xl7H5EWxO0
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
86. Alpha Diallo, @PCFriarsmbb
Diallo was very good for the Friars during his sophomore campaign, averaging 13.2 points. The 6-7 forward was PC's most consistent player, averaged 19.8 points in four postseason games and will be asked to carry the load with three seniors gone. pic.twitter.com/fV1jrDExWZ
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
85. Clayton Custer, @RamblersMBB
The star of last year's NCAA tournament darlings, Custer won't sneak up on anyone as a senior. The uber-efficient, 6-1 point guard is the best offensive weapon on a team that finished last season ranked 17th nationally in defensive efficiency. pic.twitter.com/WQiBcLzdFd
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
84. Marcquise Reed, @ClemsonMBB
Coming off of their best season in a decade, Clemson will lean heavily on last year's leading scorer. Reed, a RS Sr, will be one of four seniors starting for a team that isn't blessed with much proven depth. Can they repeat last year's success? pic.twitter.com/i7XOex5cvJ
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
83. Jaylen Hands, @UCLAMBB
Hands is one of the most physically-gifted point guards in the country, but his defense and decision-making let him down last year. With Tyger Campbell out, it's his show in Westwood. Whether or not he lives up to his potential determines UCLA's year. pic.twitter.com/l9JphCVNoG
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
82. Terance Mann, @FSUHoops
The 6-7 senior was a critical piece for the Seminoles on their run to last year's Elite 8. A versatile defender that can play big, Mann is one of the main reasons that FSU can play the pressing style that made them so good last March. pic.twitter.com/Qm5ytdTrxO
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
81. Bryce Brown, @AuburnMBB
Brown was Auburn's leading scorer last season until a shoulder injury midway through league play hampered him the rest of the way. Arguably the best shooter in the SEC, the 6-3 senior should have a huge year with Mustapha Heron out of the picture. pic.twitter.com/o08UsDZbK9
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
80. Jarron Cumberland, @GoBEARCATS
Cincinnati gets hammered by graduation, losing three of their top four players. That's bad for the team, but it's a good thing for Cumberland, who will walk into a ton of shots as a junior. He looks like a linebacker, but he is a bucketgetter. pic.twitter.com/mdqjkV8bcJ
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
79. Ja Morant, @RacersHoops
Murray State churns out some great point guards, and Morant could follow Isaiah Canaan and Cam Payne to the NBA. Avg'd 12.7 ppg, 6.5 rpg and 6.3 apg as a freshman, but he'll be the defensive focal point with Jonathan Stark gone. pic.twitter.com/pZ8y2X4Oqi
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
78. Phil Booth, @NovaMBB
A fifth-year senior, Booth is the only player in college basketball that has won two national title games. He was easy to overlook with the talent Nova had last year, but he scored 20 in the 2016 title game and 41 in a scrimmage against UNC last week. pic.twitter.com/Vwp7bxMWYZ
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
77. Tres Tinkle, @BeaverMBB
When he's healthy, Tinkle is one of the best scorers in the Pac-12. As a junior, when he was healthy, he averaged 17.6 ppg, 7.2 rpg and 3.7 apg. The problem for coach's son is the Beavers haven't been good enough for fans outside the NW to notice. pic.twitter.com/qgWI4TPJ1r
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
76. Fletcher Magee, @WoffordMBB
Magee is the best shooter in the country. I don't think I need to add a 'probably' or 'arguably' there. For his career, he's 44.3% from deep on more than 8 3PAs per game. He averaged 22.1 ppg as a junior. He's 153 threes away from the record. pic.twitter.com/WsGrIXuiP3
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 29, 2018
75. Tre Jones, @DukeMBB
The most unheralded member of Duke's recruiting class is a top 15 prospect in his own right. Tre, the younger brother of Tyus, will be the glue that holds together a roster that might have the top three picks in the 2019 NBA Draft. Tough and a winner. pic.twitter.com/RmBJshfjYX
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
74. Kamar Baldwin, @ButlerMBB
After a promising freshman season, Baldwin developed into one of the best guards in the Big East last season – 15.7 ppg, 4.9 rpg, 3.2 apg. With Kelan Martin gone, Baldwin will be asked to carry an even bigger load for the Bulldogs this season. pic.twitter.com/wcrg3uyi3A
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
73. Sam Hauser, @MarquetteMBB
One of the most ruthlessly efficient players in college basketball, Hauser averaged 14.2 ppg and shot 48.7% from three despite attempting 5.6 per game. A perfect fit for Marquette at the four, Hauser will jettison up this list as he improves on D. pic.twitter.com/ZFR2fGucVY
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
72. Bennie Boatwright, @USC_Hoops
Bennie Buckets. The 6-10 senior forward is one of the most dangerous scorers on the west coast … when he is healthy. He's averaged 13.0 ppg for his career and posted 15.1 ppg as a sophomore, but he has missed 30 games the last two years. pic.twitter.com/3SZm4QU8QY
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
71. Quinndary Weatherspoon, @HailStateMBK
Mississippi State is in line for their best season in a decade, and Quinndary is the biggest reason why. The star of the recruiting class that included Malik Newman, Quinndary can get to 2,000 career points with a March run. pic.twitter.com/AEhj0YtKbs
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
70. Jarrey Foster, @SMUBasketball
Foster is an intriguing NBA prospect that might not be on campus right now if he hadn't torn his ACL in January. He was averaging career-highs in ppg (13.2), rpg (5.9), apg (2.7) and spg (1.2). Will he be back to that level this season? pic.twitter.com/ajhpVK59tB
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
69. Admiral Schofield, @Vol_Hoops
Built like a wrestler with one of the best names in college hoops, Schofield is such an important piece for the Vols. He averaged 13.9 ppg, led the team in rebounding, shot 39.5% from three and plays the four at just 6-5. pic.twitter.com/G67m0ByUiU
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
68. Jordan Caroline, @NevadaMBB
The Martin twins get all of the attention, and when they don't, Nevada's McD's All-American does. But Caroline is the bruiser that finished last year second on the team in scoring and first in rebounding. He makes Nevada's lineup versatile. pic.twitter.com/ItLsq7W4Id
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
67. D'Marcus Simonds, @GeorgiaStateMBB
Simonds is one of the best NBA prospects in the mid-major ranks. Once a Mississippi State commit, Simonds stayed close to home at GSU and has become a monster: 21.2 ppg, 5.7 rpg, 4.4 apg. He's a consistent three-ball from the first round. pic.twitter.com/QCHvs56ClW
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
66. Cody Martin, @NevadaMBB
The lesser known of the two Martin twins, Cody will play big minutes at the point this season despite being a 6-7 wing. He's not the shot-maker Caleb is, but he is a terrific all-around producer: 14.0 ppg, 6.3 rpg, 4.7 apg, 1.7 spg, 1.5 bpg. pic.twitter.com/mznn1wuCuA
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
65. TJ Gibbs, @NDmbb
The youngest of the Gibbs brothers, TJ had his breakout season last year, averaging 15.3 ppg for the Irish. With Notre Dame losing Bonzie and Farrell, he's going to be asked to be the veteran leader that Mike Brey's best teams have always relied on. pic.twitter.com/P11OviMXEu
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
64. Charles Bassey, @WKUBasketball
A top ten prospect in the Class of 2019, Bassey graduated early and enrolled at WKU over the summer. The native Nigerian is 6-10 with some perimeter skills. He's a coup for Rick Stansbury and immediately makes WKU a threat in March. pic.twitter.com/UOh3HD1t0q
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
63. Nickeil Alexander-Walker, @HokiesMBB
One of the players primed for a breakout season. The 6-5 ambidextrous wing had a good freshman season with some impressive moments, but there's certainly room for growth. There's a reason NBA teams are intrigued by his skillset. pic.twitter.com/TBNf7eHtqH
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
62. Jahvon Quinerly, @NovaMBB
Quinerly has the unenviable of replacing Jalen Brunson at the point for the Wildcats, but the former Arizona-commit should be up to the task. He'll be asked to play a more conservative role than the one that he played as a co-founder of #jellyfam. pic.twitter.com/jROmFts3hb
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
61. Kyle Guy, @UVAMensHoops
Top-knot gone, Guy grew into one of the best shooters in @theACC as a sophomore. He'll be asked to do the same this year, as the 6-2 potential all-american returns to help the Wahoos forget about 'that game'. He should lead UVA in scoring. pic.twitter.com/BhIqpuhQtO
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
60. Noah Dickerson, @UW_MBB
Dickerson, a 6-8 senior, is the anchor for a Husky team that is our pick to win the @pac12. An excellent rebounder and a talented post scorer, he's a big body that, as one league coach put it, "you cannot move out of the paint." pic.twitter.com/x4x8gwyXBr
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
59. Ashton Hagans, @KentuckyMBB
It is not going to be easy to figure out how Kentucky's rotation shakes out but most seem to believe Hagans will play a big role. He's a capable scorer with potential attacking the bucket, but he'll thrive defensively this year. Uber-competitive. pic.twitter.com/CnvVrTSrkp
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
58. Payton Pritchard, @OregonMBB
The 6-2 junior is one of the most underrated point guards in the country. How many players have averaged 14.5 ppg and 4.8 apg while shooting 41.3% from three and have Final Four experience on their resume? The leader a young Duck team needs. pic.twitter.com/defpD6XXNH
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
57. Justin Robinson, @HokiesMBB
Robinson really came into his own in ACC play last season, averaging 16.2 ppg and 5.6 apg against conference foes. The 6-2 senior is the veteran leader for Buzz Williams and one of the biggest reasons the Hokies are a top 15 team in 18-19. pic.twitter.com/F9m4mIIdLH
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
56. Herb Jones, @AlabamaMBB
Jones is one of the more intriguing players in the SEC. The 6-8 sophomore is a monster defensively that is competitive with a good feel for the game. If his offense continues to develop, he'll make this ranking seem silly by January. pic.twitter.com/OEZ99WwhIM
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
55. Simi Shittu, @VandyMBB
Shittu has all the measurables as a 6-8 combo-forward, but what is the most intriguing about him as a player is his ability to handle the ball and make plays at his size. The big question is going to be health. He tore his ACL in January. pic.twitter.com/yuyITAKwIV
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
54. Zach Norvell Jr., @ZagMBB
The only reason we're not talking about Norvell as a potential star this year is that he plays on a Gonzaga team where he might be the 4th-best player. The sophomore is a BIG time shotmaker that hit some cold-blooded threes in last year's tourney. pic.twitter.com/wPnzjyqC7O
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
53. Oshae Brissett, @Cuse_MBB
The Orange power forward was super-productive if not all that efficient as a freshman. He has to better his shooting (35.4% FG, 33.1% 3PT) if the Orange are going to reach their ceiling, but that's certainly something he's capable of. Underrated. pic.twitter.com/Uj5xYH2yB0
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
52. Darius Garland, @VandyMBB
Vandy's other star freshman, Garland is one of the best point guards in this class. He's terrific in ball-screens, a nightmare to keep out of the lane and has three-point range. It makes sense: His dad, Winston, played PG in the NBA. pic.twitter.com/rTDeGYsbi6
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
51. Ty Jerome, @UVAMensHoops
Jerome doesn't look the part but he's just so solid in every aspect of the game. The junior PG has NBA range on his three, can operate in ball-screens, defends and has good size. Like London Perrantes, he is the heartbeat of this program. pic.twitter.com/Uklhf6NNiC
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 30, 2018
50. Bol Bol, @OregonMBB
Ability isn't the question with Bol. At 7-3 with a 7-8 wingspan, Bol can be absolutely dominant as a shotblocker and rebounder and shot 46% from three in the EYBL. That's not always the player that shows up. pic.twitter.com/qw086w4Wji
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
49. Jordan Murphy, @GopherMBB
Murphy is a double-double machine. The 6-6 PF posted one in his first 17 games as a junior and in 24 of 32 games overall. He'll get more attention this season if the Golden Gophers end up being a better basketball team. pic.twitter.com/pS594l0qvj
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
48. Keldon Johnson, @KentuckyMBB
Johnson might be the most talented of Kentucky's incoming freshmen. Physical, athletic wing that should impact the game defensively immediately. Scorer that's at his best slashing to the rim. Not as explosive but may remind you of Miles Bridges. pic.twitter.com/wjdfIDCUX0
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
47. Jaylen Nowell, @UW_MBB
You probably know that Washington was better than anyone expected last season. But did you know that they had a freshman that averaged 16.0 ppg? That's Nowell, a 6-4 guard that has a shot at winning Pac-12 POY if the Huskies are as good as expected. pic.twitter.com/rg2Kqb4FCL
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
46. Kris Wilkes, @UCLAMBB
We know that Wilkes can score – he averaged 13.7 ppg as a frosh – and we can probably assume that number goes up with Aaron Holiday in the NBA. Offense has never been the issue with UCLA. Can they get stops? Will Wilkes help them or hurt them on D? pic.twitter.com/ueZSq5q5Gw
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
45. Chris Clemons, @GoCamelsMBB
Coming off back-to-back seasons where he averaged 25 points, Clemons is a good bet to win the Division I scoring title. He'll get to 3,000 career points this year if he stays healthy and scores at the rate he's been scoring for 68 straight games. pic.twitter.com/IMMgZkLTGo
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
44. Barry Brown, @KStateMBB
Brown is one of college basketball's best defensive guards. He's also the second-leading scorer for a team that will enter this season in the top 15. If he can become a more consistent shooter, the senior will play in the NBA next season. pic.twitter.com/HYIUgwazZZ
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
43. McKinley Wright IV, @CUBuffsMBB
Wright was one of the best freshmen in college hoops last season that no one talked about. A 6-0 PG, he averaged 14.2 ppg, 5.5 apg and 4.7 rpg for a program that needed an injection of talent. Does he have enough help to get to the dance? pic.twitter.com/KJu6s4QJ9R
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
42. Chris Silva, @GamecockMBB
The native of Gabon was one of the best bigs in the SEC last year, posting 14.3 ppg and 8.0 rpg as a junior. Now a year removed from a Final Four run, the Gamecocks are going to need to improve this year for Silva to get the attention he's earned. pic.twitter.com/xtC5kzEK7u
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
41. Mustapha Heron, @StJohnsBBall
Heron was ruled eligible to play for the Johnnies this season after playing last season as a sophomore at Auburn. A powerful 6-5 lefty wing, Heron's addition (16.4 ppg) gives St. John's one of the best 1-2 punches in the country. pic.twitter.com/Uy30FyHa7M
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
40. Anthony Cowan Jr., @TerrapinHoops
Cowan had a really good sophomore season, averaging 15.8 ppg, 5.1 apg, 4.4 rpg and 1.5 spg. He'll be asked to do even more this season, as the Terps will be replacing Kevin Huerter and Justin Jackson. Legit All-American potential. pic.twitter.com/WInrZymgAS
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
39. Jon Elmore, @HerdMBB
If someone will follow in Trae Young's footsteps and lead the nation in scoring and assists, it will be Elmore, who posted 22.7 ppg and 6.8 apg last year. He has deep range, he's a flashy passer and he runs the most entertaining system in college hoops. pic.twitter.com/Ue2kkImypv
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
38. Ky Bowman, @BCMBB
In addition to having the reddest hair in the country, Bowman should be one of the nation's leading scorers. He averaged 17.6 ppg as a sophomore, and that was with Jerome Robinson on the floor. Bowman will carry the load himself this year. pic.twitter.com/cnFEQr7Q5t
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
37. Killian Tillie, @ZagMBB
A 6-10 French volleyball player, Tillie shot 47.9 percent from three last season and one point he made 12 straight three-pointers last seasons, including back-to-back 5-5 nights. He's out for eight weeks with a stress fracture in his ankle. Bummer. pic.twitter.com/dvNDrYzHmF
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
36. James Palmer, @HuskerHoops
Palmer declared for the draft, but opted to return for his redshirt senior season. A 17.2 ppg scorer last year, he's the biggest reason Nebraska is a team many people think will get back to the NCAA tournament this season. pic.twitter.com/odvgR5NHBB
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
35. Jalen McDaniels, @Aztec_MBB
A 6-10 sophomore, Jalen came into his own around the holidays, including a 15-point, 10-rebound coming out party against Gonzaga. He has the skillset to be a first round pick, assuming that he ends up having the season we all expect of him. pic.twitter.com/lhiHmc3rft
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
34. Kellan Grady, @DavidsonMBB
The latest star to come through the Davidson ranks, Grady had a monster freshman campaign, averaging 18.0 ppg as a 6-5 wing. With the number of veterans Bob McKillop's club loses, Grady should have a massive sophomore year. pic.twitter.com/INGvOl90dm
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
33. Jalen Adams, @UConnMBB
Adams posted massive numbers as a junior, as the UConn PG was given total control of a bad team under Kevin Ollie. He's now playing for Dan Hurley, who thrived with talented playmaking guards at URI. Adams will be the guy he relies on this season. pic.twitter.com/5TpjyGbY9F
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
32. Nick Ward, @MSU_Basketball
Ward's been a monster whenever he's been on the floor for the Spartans. The issue is how long he stays on the floor. Whether it's conditioning, a lack of defense or Izzo's doghouse, consistent minutes is the only thing between Ward and stardom. pic.twitter.com/bYH7O9n0qN
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
31. Jalen Hudson, @GatorsMBK
Florida put up a lot of points with a guard-heavy scheme last season, two of the guards on that team graduated. Hudson – who was Fla's leading scorer and posted some monster games – will be the one asked to pick up the slack. Can he score 20 ppg? pic.twitter.com/UKBaITbyCG
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
30. Udoka Azubuike, @KUHoops
Azubuike opted to return to school for his junior season after declaring for the draft. The native Nigerian is somewhat limited, but what he does well he does better than anyone: 13.0 ppg, 7.0 rpg, 77% FG … but he's a career 40.5% FT shooter. pic.twitter.com/k1GcWDpBOl
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
29. Sagaba Konate, @WVUhoops
The most entertaining shot-blocker on the planet. Konate is constantly challenged at the rim thanks to Press Virginia's style of play and he constantly embarrasses any and all comers. He averaged 3.2 bpg as a sophomore and is only getting better. pic.twitter.com/GSyP5SvEXK
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
28. Juwan Morgan, @IndianaMBB
Morgan had a terrific junior year (16.5 ppg, 7.4 rpg, 1.4 bpg, 1.2 spg) and is precisely the kind of PF that Archie Miller has always had success with. Romeo Langford is going to get all the hype, but Morgan is the heartbeat of this team. pic.twitter.com/oX0aivy9mh
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
27. Charles Matthews, @umichbball
Michigan will have an elite defense again this season, but they struggled to score at times last year and lost their three best offensive weapons. Enter Matthews, a junior that's the team's leading returning scorer. Does he take that next step? pic.twitter.com/gkYpfaaNd2
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
26. Cam Reddish, @DukeMBB
RJ and Zion will get all the hype, but there are those that believe Reddish is actually the best longterm prospect on Duke. Physical tools to be an elite defender, can make threes and played as a primary ball-handler in HS and AAU. pic.twitter.com/PnVOKEH8QL
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) October 31, 2018
25. Cassius Winston, @MSU_Basketball
While playing for a 30-win team that won the BTN regular season title, Winston averaged 12.6 points while leading the Big Ten in assists and shooting 49.7% from three. He'll be asked to take on more as a leader the youth on this roster. pic.twitter.com/bCKoFCeeXF
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) November 1, 2018
24. Eric Paschall, @NovaMBB
This may end up being too low for Paschall, a versatile and athletic 6-8 wing that shot 46% from three after his 1-25 start to his junior year. Villanova churns out NBA role players (Hart, Bridges, Hilliard, Cunningham), Paschall is the next in line. pic.twitter.com/g6Pu1jxSgA
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) November 1, 2018
23. Lindell Wigginton, @CycloneMBB
Wigginton is the best player in the Big 12 you don't know about. The native Canadian was excellent as a freshman, opted to return for his sophomore year and is a major reason the Cyclones have a chance to get to the NCAA tournament once again. pic.twitter.com/0tnFVepT5s
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22. P.J. Washington, @KentuckyMBB
After a slow start to his freshman season, Washington was very good and very consistent as UK turned things on down the stretch. He scored double-digits in 11 of the last 12 games. He's a consistent jumper away from being a first round pick. pic.twitter.com/k4vZM1W8kd
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21. Tremont Waters, @LSUBasketball
New Haven's finest will be one of the most exciting players in college hoops this season. As a frosh, he averaged 15.9 ppg and 6.0 apg, and this year he'll have two five-star freshmen helping him. The Tigers are a dangerous team in the SEC. pic.twitter.com/Le2BI4sc1i
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20. Mike Daum, @GoJacksMBB
Daum had a "down" year as a junior, averaging "just" 23.9 ppg. The 6-11 Nebraskan – who shot 42.5% from three on 6.5 3PAs – will have a shot to lead the nation in scoring and, if he keeps up the pace of the last two years, cracking 3,000 points. pic.twitter.com/eSbrvyshWJ
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19. Romeo Langford, @IndianaMBB
The hype precedes him. Langford is a schoolboy legend in Indiana that made a run at the state scoring record and had hour-long autograph lines at road games. The 6-5 guard is a walking bucket. What else does he have in his game? pic.twitter.com/reCfSRcWqx
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18. Dean Wade, @KStateMBB
The most surprising part of Kansas State's run to the Elite 8 in 2018 was that they did it without their best player, the 6-8 Wade. Mr. Versatility, he avg'd 16.2 ppg and 6.2 rpg while shooting 44% from deep. He lets Bruce Weber play big or small. pic.twitter.com/A55HIzZP7l
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17. Quentin Grimes, @KUHoops
Grimes is a five-star freshman and a talented combo-guard that also happens to be the x-factor for this Kansas team. The Jayhawks started two veteran PGs the last three years. This year, they'll start Grimes alongside Devon Dotson, another frosh. pic.twitter.com/WzoXTfj16q
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16. Shamorie Ponds, @StJohnsBBall
Ponds averaged 21.6 ppg and 4.7 apg as a sophomore, single-handily leading the Johnnies to wins over Duke and at Villanova. What happens this season when Ponds shoots 37.5% from three (which he did as a frosh) instead of last year's 25.3%? pic.twitter.com/lSxoj5rVi1
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15. Daniel Gafford, @RazorbackMBB
Gafford is the best NBA prospect to return to school. A 6-10 center with all the physical tools, he's everything a team looks for in a rim-running vertical spacer that can protect the rim. The concern? He's a better pro than college player. pic.twitter.com/vooz9ggfTv
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) November 1, 2018
14. Reid Travis, @KentuckyMBB
The strongest man in college basketball. And I mean man. He's a redshirt senior that's almost 23. He also avg'd 19.5 ppg and 8.7 rpg for Stanford last year. He'll be the veteran presence for a young and talented national title contending Kentucky. pic.twitter.com/ZkgqQ3HEF1
— College Basketball Talk (@CBTonNBC) November 1, 2018