He would have been a lottery pick in the NBA draft, but he opted to return to school. He is an excellent shooter, but can be a liability defensively at times. Nov 15, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward (20) and forward Derrick Favors (15) react after . But perhaps more famous than his on-court prowess were his widely publicized incidents of tripping and subsequent outbursts during his sophomore and junior seasons. Comment: It is unsure if Brown will remain at Xavier for his senior year or enter the NBA draft, but if he returns Xavier will be arguably the best mid-major team. 47. All week long, we'll be looking back on the last 10 years in college hoops and the players and . Comment: Parakhouski has made a name for himself playing for the Big South champs Radford, and he often dominates his opponents, scoring 39 points and grabbing 19 rebounds against Seth Curry and Liberty this season. Comment: Varnado has a chance next season to become the NCAAs all time leading shot blocker, and if he block as many shots as he did this season he has a very good chance at achieving that. 90. Comment: Moore is the best pure scorer out of the super soph trio from Purdue. In his tenure at Michigan State, Valentine appeared in three Sweet Sixteens, two Elite Eights, and a Final Four and earned many publications' Player of the Year awards in 2016. Other players may or may not have hit those shots however wall did. Comment: Pondexter elevated his play in the tourney, and with the departures of Jon Brockman and Justin Dentmon he must become the senior leader for UW. Comment: Thompkins had a good freshman year, but he should continue to improve. Young became the first player in Division I history to lead the nation in both scoring (27.4) and assists (8.7) since assists were made an official statistic in 1983. 84. Deonta Vaughn, Cincinnati: 15.3ppg-4.0rpg-4.7apg-1.3spg-0bpg-35.8mpg Comment: Defenders learned and experienced much more than they should have last year about why you dont leave Oglesby open on the perimeter. After productive sophomore and junior seasons at Oklahoma, Hields star exploded as a senior. Dexter Pittman, Texas: 10.0ppg-5.2rpg-0.4apg-0.4spg-1.0bpg-16.6mpg Comment: Robinson has underrated athleticism and defensive ability, and he can play the 3 or 4 position. He is a great all around player, athletic with the ability to make plays around the basket on both ends of the court. 26. Comment: Vasquez is one of the better all around point guards, many times out hustling his opponent on loose ball plays, and finishing around the rim. Comment: Dyson was injured for a good part of last season, but he will now be the Huskies main scorer, which he is fully capable of. Oladipo entered Indiana as a three-star recruit outside the top-100 of prospect rankings before blossoming into an explosive two-way guard during his three seasons at Indiana. There is no fiercer competitor than him in the nation. Comment: Faried is a complete beast, on the boards and on defense. 52. Charles Jenkins, Hofstra: 19.7ppg-4.8rpg-4.3apg-1.4spg-0.5bpg-35.1mpg Demontez Stitt, Clemson: 8.7ppg-2.4rpg-3.8apg-1.5spg-0.4bpg-25.9mpg He entered the program as a McDonalds All-American and quickly established himself as a freshman starter on the 2016 team that went on a wild run to the national championship, capped by Kris Jenkins buzzer-beater shot. A ranking of the 2010 Best NFL Basketball Players in Texas. James Florence, Mercer: 20.8ppg-3.5rpg-3.7apg-2.3spg-0.1bpg-34.1mpg New coach Anthony Grant will help him improve in all areas of his game. He will now be the main guy in Arizona, and will have the chance to be a star. Brunsons resume speaks for itself. It is not that he is not a good defender, but it often seems he could care less and lacks aggressiveness. His deep shooting range and explosive scoring outbursts became the stuff of legends by the time he dropped 46 points at Kansas and drew a standing ovation from the away crowd. 112. Jeff Teague, Wake Forest: 18.8ppg-3.3rpg-3.5apg-1.9spg-0.6bpg-32.0mpg Comment: Stitt will lead the Tigers offense once again next season, and with the return of Trevor Booker Clemson is a possible top ten team next year. A two-time Missouri Valley Player of the Year, VanVleet was the hard-nosed point guard who led Wichita State during its golden age under Gregg Marshall. He put together the best box score plus-minus for a guard and fifth-best overall since 2010-11. He will be complimented by recruits DeMarcus Cousins and Daniel Orton, who will help relieve him of inside pressure on the offensive end. Michael Shapiro. Comment: Alabi was named to the ACC All-Defensive Team as a freshman, and will return with the experience and strength to be a top big man in the ACC. No college player this decade had a higher box score plus-minus and no one in the modern era has ever matched his sterling 70.2 percent true shooting percentage while averaging at least 13 shots per game. She also accrued 736 blocked shots for her career to set the NCAA record for both men and women. Lazar Hayward, Marquette: 16.3ppg-8.6rpg-1.1apg-1.0spg-0.3bpg-31.7mpg 42. Comment: Another fun guy to watch, George is a very athletic guard/forward who is continuing to refine his game at all levels. 5 all-time scorer, Smith is also the programs all-time leader in steals. Brunson spent three seasons at Villanova becoming the most accomplished college player of the decade. Doug McDermott shined in his four years at Creighton. Dixon will be the only returning starter from this years elite eight squad. Comment: The preseason Big 10 POY was slowed by injuries last season, and that caused him to hit a few slumps. Comment: Walker had a great freshman season, showing much talent while backing up point guard A.J. Comment: Jordan broke on to the scene this past season as a shot blocking and rebounding machine. This list weighs contributions from mens college basketball players between the 2009-2010 season and the 2018-2019 season. Chinemelu Elonu, Texas A&M: 9.8ppg-7.3rpg-0.3apg-0.3spg-1.6bpg-23.8mpg Comment: While Randle is shorter than most point guards, he contains the speed and court savvy to make up for it. At his best, Colson was something like Draymond Light, an undersized big man whose incredible rebounding and defensive chops mixed with crafty scoring ability made him a unique weapon for Mike Brey. Comment: Daye often underachieved last season, but because of his upside and skill he is projected as a first round pick in the NBA draft, so it is uncertain if he will return. Lets rank the NFL teams still standing in the divisional round. 136. Comment: Delaney is a playmaker and scorer, who can hit big shots. 68. Andrew Nicholson, St. Bonaventure: 12.5ppg-6.0rpg-0.2apg-0.6spg-2.7bpg-25.1mpg By the end of her senior year, Griner had won a national championship and finished her other college seasons with Sweet 16, Elite Eight, and Final Four appearances. Tyler Smith, Tennessee: 17.4ppg-5.8rpg-3.4apg-0.7spg-0.2bpg-32.6mpg 60. Despite a sometimes limited offensive role, Davis was the singular reason for Kentuckys success, a preposterously long and athletic big man who maintained the agility and ball skills of a guard after a late high school growth spurt. It is still unknown if he will stay in the draft or not. Comment: Nicholson had a great freshman season playing in the A-10, and he should get even better next season. J.T. Alex Franklin, Siena: 13.6ppg-7.5rpg-0.9apg-1.3spg-0.7bpg-32.2mpg Wall was so big and so fast that he felt like he arrived straight out of the future when he showed up at Kentucky. In his three years in Storrs, Connecticut, the point guard steadily progressed from an 8.9 point-per-game contributor to a 23.5 point-per-game powerhouse and, in his final season with UConn, led the Huskies to both a Big East crown and a national championship. Branden Dawson (2011-15) In Dawson's four seasons with Michigan State, the Spartans advanced to the Sweet 16 twice, then the Elite Eight and finally, the Final Four in 2015. PAllen Stinnett, Creighton: 12.5ppg-2.9rpg-1.8apg-1.4spg-0.1bpg-26.3mpg Terry Dischinger, Forward (1960-'62) A Parade All-American in 1958 as a high schooler, Dischinger continued his basketball dominance on the college level at Purdue. Note: Check out my website, thesportingrave.com. Few nicknames in the modern age have ever felt as fitting as Russdiculous did for Russ Smith. Valentines senior year numbers at Michigan State 19.2 points, 7.8 assists, 7.5 rebounds per game have never been equaled since sports-reference started tracking data for the 1992-1993 season. 67. Comment: Morris is often outshined by Cole Aldrich, but he is a skilled post player who will benefit greatly from the return of Collins. Austin Kenon, VMI: 16.3ppg-3.3rpg-2.4apg-1.4spg-0bpg-31.8mpg Comment: Clemente is a little inconsistent at times, but when he gets hot he as good a playmaker as any. He is an excellent three point and free throw shooter, and can create his own shot when needed. Malcolm Brogdon, Virginia Brogdon was at Virginia when the Cavaliers became one of the best and most consistent programs in the country. Elliot Williams, Duke: 4.2ppg-2.3rpg-0.7apg-0.6spg-0bpg-16.6mpg He is significantly ahead by our measure. PPG: 21.9 | RPG: 13.2 | FG PCT: 63.1% . I know many of you will be upset when you might not see your player ranked as high as you liked, or not ranked at all. 81. 57. There, he knocked off John Calpiaris Kentucky team and then Brad Stevens, Gordon Hayward and Butler to bring a national championship to Storrs. Anthony Davis was the best player in the country by a mile during his one season at Kentucky, yet it always felt like he was capable of so much more. 80. He has amazing quickness, a great shooting touch, and quick hands on defense. He has the ability to put the ball on the floor, shoot the three, or go iso, and is athletic enough to play the 2, 3, or 4 positions. Walker hung 33 points on Cincinnati and 36 points on Kawhi Leonard and San Diego State to help put his team to the Final Four. Comment: After a Final Four run, Reynolds has proved many doubters wrong that said he is not capable of leading a team to the top. 78. Duke's star freshman who was famous for his high-flying dunks and ridiculous vertical leap despite a 6-foot-7, 285-pound frame proved that he was more than just a dunker through unprecedented efficiency and mastery on both ends of the floor. He uses his size well to help him succeed on defense. 55. A truly elite athlete, Clarkes pogo stick hops made him an intimidating shot blocker and mesmerizing alley-oop threat. 98. Williams was an ace defender and rebounder who doubled as a smart passer and primary scoring option. Players like BYU's Jimmer Fredette, Kentucky's Anthony Davis, and Baylor's Brittney Griner dominated the beginning of the decade. It was merely a precursor for the damage hed do in March, first hanging 39 points on Iowa State in the Big 12 tournament, and then 36 points on VCU and 37 points on Oregon to push the Sooners into the Final Four. Paul George, Fresno State: 14.3ppg-6.2rpg-1.9apg-1.7spg-1.0bpg-34.6mpg Davis led the decades most dominant national champion back in 2012 when he powered the Wildcats to a 38-2 record while winning every national player of the year award and eventually becoming the first pick in the NBA draft. Comment: Slaughter is a solid all around player, and containing good scoring ability, posting 10 games of 20 points or more. Patrick Patterson, Kentucky: 17.9ppg-9.3rpg-1.9apg-0.6spg-2.1bpg-33.7mpg A ranking of the 2010 Best NFL Basketball Players in Texas. 24. Comment: The Keydets lead the NCAA as a team in points scored per game, and Kenon will be the leading returning scorer. Comment: Sallie is arguably the best three point shooter in the nation, but his problem was he did not get enough exposure. Comment: Next season is the time for Wright to step it up. Comment: Was slowed by an injury near the end of the season, which could affect his draft status, which could ultimately decide his decision to stay or go. Villanova averaged 32 wins per season during Harts four years in school. Austin Daye, Gonzaga: 12.7ppg-6.8rpg-1.1apg-0.7spg-2.1bpg-26.3mpg Marcus Johnson, Dayton: 11.8ppg-3.1rpg-1.5apg-0.9spg-0.5bpg-28.3mpg He had some discipline issues this past season, but if he can keep it together he will be in for a great season. Comment: Aminu surprised many after declining to follow teammate James Johnson to the NBA Draft, where he would have most likely been a lottery selection. Despite playing with a revolving door of teammates in his four years in Lawrence, Frank Mason III thrived as a point guard for Bill Self's Jayhawks. He led John Caliparis first stacked freshman superteam at Kentucky alongside DeMarcus Cousins and Eric Bledsoe, taking the Wildcats to the Elite Eight before falling to West Virginia. 2 overall pick in the NBA, but at the college level it felt like he could do it all. He took the Badgers all the way to the national championship game, a run headlined by knocking off a 38-0 Kentucky team in the Final Four. 8. 54. Mike Singletary, Texas Tech: 12.2ppg-5.8rpg-1.8apg-0.5spg-0.4bpg-23.1mpg Burke had the total package for a point guard. Even beyond being the national player of the year and a top-10 NBA draft pick, Hield was perhaps most memorable for briefly making every game feel like an event. He first earned minutes under Tom Cream as a defensive stopper as a sophomore. Four years, four national championships. Henderson is a playmaker, with the ability to drive and draw defenders and hit key shots. 3 Boilermakers off to a . Cory Higgins, Colorado: 17.4ppg-5.4rpg-2.6apg-1.9spg-0.4bpg-37.0mpg Comment: Playing in the Ivy League at Cornell, Wittman is very underrated. Years of mixtape hype made Williamson a household name well before he ever put on a Duke uniform, but it also failed to prepare the world for just how good at basketball he would be. 137. He can score, rebound, and pass well, making him one of the best all around mid-major players. . 92. Though Ionescu is still in the midst of her senior season at Oregon, she has tacked on an additional seven triple-doubles since matching the previous record 12 triple-doubles two years ago. Comment: Despite some injury problems last season he was the only freshman starter in the Final Four. Colson would have led Notre Dame to the NCAA tournament all four years he was in school if not for a foot injury his senior season that caused him to miss two months and tanked the Irishs at-large chances. He is an excellent shooter and scorer, and rebounds well for his position. 87. Chris Warren, Ole Miss: 19.6ppg-1.5rpg-4.0apg-2.5spg-0bpg-34.4mpg Comment: Fisher was the 6th man off the bench for the Wildcats, but next season he will most likely start. The 7-footer appeared in three Sweet Sixteens, two Final Fours, and a title game during his time with the Badgers. He had a somewhat disappointing season, and he will look to improve next season. Comment: Northwestern is starting to make their way up from the Big Ten cellar, and Coble is a big part of that progress. Jermaine Dixon, Pittsburgh: 8.4ppg-2.6rpg-2.0apg-1.4spg-0.7bpg-24.6mpg He has underrated finesse around the basket and can get the tough rebounds. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. I expect him to return to Kentucky after declaring for the draft without hiring an agent. 40. Click the Pk for players drafted in that slot.. Matthew Maurer of TheDraftReview is an NBA Draft historian who has researched and collected the data on the entire history of the NBA Draft. 77. 28. 134. Terrico White, Ole Miss: 13.7ppg-3.4rpg-2.3apg-0.8spg-0.3bpg-30.0mpg After the player and team I have listed their 2008-2009 stats. Jrue Holiday, UCLA: 8.5ppg-3.8rpg-3.7apg-1.6spg-0.5bpg-27.1mpg Comment: Would have been a potential lottery pick in this years draft along with teammate Blake Griffin, but he decided to return to the Sooners where he will be the man on campus. DeShawn Sims, Michigan: 15.4ppg-6.8rpg-0.7apg-1.1spg-0.8bpg-30.7mpg Artsiom Parakhouski, Radford: 16.2ppg-11.2rpg-1.1apg-0.8spg-1.5bpg-31.3mpg A defensive-minded wing who eventually grew into a primary offensive option, Hart put up huge BPM and win shares numbers all four years with the Wildcats. Demetri McCamey, Illinois: 11.5ppg-2.6rpg-4.6apg-0.9spg-0.2bpg-30.6mpg Chris Wright, Dayton: 13.3ppg-6.6rpg-0.9apg-0.9spg-1.3bpg-26.1mpg Rivera, Binghamton: 20.0ppg-6.5rpg-1.1apg-1.8spg-0.4bpg-35.4mpg He was second on the team in scoring, and first in rebounds, steals, and blocks. Comment: Koshwal is a raw talent, but he is dominant on the boards. One of the most consistently prolific scorers in college basketball history, Kelsey Plum arrived at Washington and poured in 20.9 points per game in her first season with the Huskies. 580 games, 10,064 points, 859 assists, 3,455 rebounds, 330 steals, 1,020 blocks. A.J. He exited after two years with a Big Ten Player of the Year award and an All-American nod to his name. Add in a national championship, a Big East Player of the Year award, two Big East tournament MOPs, and a nod as a first team All-American, and Harts resume is unassailable. Tai Wesley, Utah State: 12.0ppg-6.0rpg-2.7apg-1.1spg-0.8bpg-29.1mpg Read Matt Ellentuck on the four best seasons in women's college basketball in the 2010s. He was suspended for a game and stripped of his captaincy as a result, but longer-lasting is his reputation as a dirty player that has followed him into his NBA career. Slaughter, Western Kentucky: 16.0ppg-3.1rpg-3.6apg-1.3spg-0bpg-34.6mpg After a productive freshman season as a day-one starter, Burke blossomed into the best player in America as a sophomore, leading the Wolverines to the national title game and sweeping the player of the year awards. It was a prelude to an even more memorable tear in the Big Dance. Isaiah Thomas, Washington: 15.5ppg-3.0rpg-2.6apg-1.1spg-0.1bpg-28.4mpg A ranking of the 2010 Best NFL Basketball Players in South Carolina. Comment: The freshman Williams took over for senior Greg Paulus at point guard for the Blue Devils, and played well to keep that spot. In his freshman season, Virginia went 22-10 six more. Shelvin Mack, Butler: 11.9ppg-4.4rpg-3.5apg-1.1spg-0bpg-30.7mpg Those teams truly shocked (that's a little hint) the nation with their impressive play on the . He is an efficient point guard and has the ability to dish and drive or pull up for the jump shot. He will play a bigger role with Tyrese Rice graduating. 7 on his own team in usage rate. 31. 27. Mike Rosario, Rutgers: 16.2ppg-3.5rpg-1.4apg-1.1spg-0.2bpg-32.5mpg Comment: Mitchell helped lead the Tigers resurgence, and is a versatile forward who can play down low or on the wing. Jamarco Warren, Charleston Southern: 17.8ppg-2.8rpg-2.8apg-.9spg-.1bpg-33.1mpg Comment:. 139. Stats:17.2 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 2.8 APG, 2.7 BPG. Randy Culpepper, UTEP: 17.5ppg-2.9rpg-1.8apg-1.8spg-0.3bpg-30.2mpg 83. Theo Robertson, California: 13.1ppg-3.9rpg-2.5apg-0.7spg-0.1bpg-33.5mpg He is am aggressive rebounder and inside scorer, and has recently developed an outside game, showing he is more than capable of hitting the three when needed. Comment: Robertson was 4th in the nation in three point shooting percentage and for the nations top three point shooting team nonetheless. He is also a good rebounder and interior defender. The Razorbacks slumped after that, and it will partially be up to Fortson to help Arkansas rebound. His main critique is that he is not athletic enough to guard the quickest and fastest point guards, which is a problem in the NBA. Wayne Chism, Tennessee: 13.7ppg-8.0rpg-1.2apg-0.8spg-1.0bpg-25.7mpg He broke onto the scene with a nine-point, five-rebound performance in Duke's Final Four win over Michigan State, providing a crucial spark off the bench for Mike Krzyzewski's Blue Devils. Simply put he's turning in one of the greatest college basketball seasons ever while leading Purdue into a surprise top 5. Ubiles will have a bigger impact this season, and will help make a name for Siena as one of the top mid-major teams early on. He was, in all regards, the greatest college running back of his generation. 1. A No. Determining the best mens college basketball players of the decade is no easy task. Napier must have been studying Kemba Walker when he came off the bench to help UConn win the national championship as a freshman. Comment: McCamey will be the main scorer for the Illini, and will look to have a breakout season next year. Comment: After Tyus let it be known that he would transfer from Florida, he decided to stay in Gainesville, which is big news for the Gators. Ogilvy, Vanderbilt: 15.4ppg-7.1rpg-1.3apg-0.9spg-1.7bpg-27.6mpg Devin Ebanks, West Virginia: 10.5ppg-7.8rpg-2.7apg-0.8spg-0.7bpg-30.2mpg College basketball has seen plenty of freshman phenoms, but it has never seen one quite like Zion. Comment: Patterson has officially removed his name from NBA draft consideration, and he will enter next season as one of the best big men in the country under new head coach John Calipari. 33. All hail the greatest regular season Pro Bowl quarterback in the NFL. This is our first version of the College Basketball player ranking for 2023. During Villanova's 2016 national championship run, he scored at least 13 points in every game for a total of 95 points in six games. Jon Scheyer, Duke: 14.9ppg-3.6rpg-2.8apg-1.6spg-0.2bpg-32.8mpg Caliparis persistence would pay off when Towns arrived at Kentucky and led the team to an incredible 38-0 start before losing to Wisconsin in the Final Four. He is projected as a lottery pick in the NBA draft, so it is unlikely that he will return to school, especially with the departure of Calipari. I know some of you will disagree with my rankings, but keep in mind this is just one college basketball fans take on things. 8. Comment: The sharp shooting guard is expected to return, giving California one of the most dangerous backcourts in the nation. A. J. Dayton men's basketball Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Initially the forgotten man in a Jayhawks recruiting class that also included McDonalds All-Americans Joel Embiid, Andrew Wiggins, and Wayne Selden, Mason would eventually grow into dynamic 511 point guard who could shoot from anywhere and played with a toughness that belied his size. He is quick and a physical defender for his size as well. Comment: He missed most of the season with an injury, but when he was on the floor he was a scoring machine. Comment: Tavernari is a versatile all around forward, who can post up down low or shoot the outside shot. Kemba Walker, UConn: 8.9ppg-3.5rpg-2.9apg-1.1spg-0.2bpg-25.2mpg 93. He scored 44 points, tying a K-State record, against Texas, including 12 of 12 from the free throw line and 6 of 6 from beyond the arc. He has room to improve, but he showed signs of take over ability as a freshman. The University of Alabama basketball player charged with murder over the weekend did not shoot the 23-year-old victim, but instead provided the handgun, according to a court document . Rakim Sanders, Boston College: 12.9ppg-4.4rpg-1.5apg-1.6spg-0.8bpg-27.6mpg She finished her career with 3,527 total points, more than any other player besides LSU's Pete Maravich, who left college in 1970. Behind Okafor, Duke outlasted Wisconsin to win the national title with 60 of the teams 68 points coming from four freshmen. He will go into next season as the top returning rebounder in the nation in terms of rebounds per game this past season. LaceDarius Dunn, Baylor: 15.3ppg-4.6rpg-0.6apg-1.0spg-0.2bpg-28.7mpg A bit undersized, but he goes up strong for every basket and rebound. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories, Map shows which states support Colin Kaepernick the most. 17. Roburt Sallie, Memphis: 5.8ppg-1.6rpg-0.8apg-0.8spg-0.3bpg-15.3mpg 89. Best season: 18 ppg, 4 rpg, 51% FG, 47% 3PT, 81% FT, First team All-American (sophomore year). 111. NBA Top Moments: 2010s. Iman Shumpert, Georgia Tech: 10.6ppg-3.9rpg-5.0apg-2.1spg-0.2bpg-31.6mpg Where could Tom Brady land next, and does anybody want him? That can only be a good thing for him. ETwaun Moore, Purdue: 13.8ppg-4.6rpg-3.0apg-1.1spg-0.4bpg-33.0mpg He will continue to become more known nationally along with the Bulls. Comment: Crocker has been known as more of a role player for the Sooners, but in the upcoming season he will have the chance to step in to a lead role. Osiris Eldridge, Illinois State: 14.0ppg-6.2rpg-2.4apg-1.5spg-0.4bpg-34.8mpg It was always destiny that Brad Stevens and Hayward would link up together once again in the NBA on the Boston Celtics. Comment: After drawing comparisons to the likes of Baron Davis, Holiday did not play up to par his freshmen season. 106. Comment: In my opinion Downey is the most electrifying player in the nation. 70. Jamarco Warren, Charleston Southern: 17.8ppg-2.8rpg-2.8apg-0.9spg-0.1bpg-33.1mpg R.J. Evans, Holy Cross: 13.4ppg-5.2rpg-1.6apg-1.7spg-0.2bpg-29.5mpg Young grew up in Norman and chose to play for his hometown school at Oklahoma over offers from bluebloods. Zach Edey, Purdue. He will have to step up in other areas if Henderson does decide to stick in the draft. Perhaps we should have known Mason would turn into a legend when he got his own theme song shortly after arriving at Kansas. 96. Walker went on a run for the ages at the 2011 Big East tournament, hitting an iconic buzzer-beater against Pitt in the quarterfinals and powering the Huskies to the conference tournament title by averaging 26 points per night over the five-game run. The Bahamas native nearly became the eighth college basketball player since 1983 to join the elusive 50-40-90 club but fell just four made free throws short. He became the first freshman to win the Naismith Player of the Year and John R. Wooden awards since Kevin Durant won both in 2007. Cole Aldrich, Kansas: 14.9ppg-11.1rpg-1.0apg-0.6spg-2.7bpg-29.6mpg Gerald Henderson, Duke: 16.5ppg-4.9rpg-2.5apg-1.2spg-0.8bpg-29.7mpg Comment: Emerson is an excellent rebounder, and he is a productive scorer as well, with the ability to play on the perimeter and shoot the three. Larry Sanders, VCU: 11.3ppg-8.6rpg-0.4apg-0.6spg-2.7bpg-26.6mpg In each of the four seasons Jimmer Fredette spent at Brigham Young, he improved his point totals by at least five points. It seems like he has unlimited range, and can hit from anywhere on the floor. The 2014 UConn Huskies were the most unlikely national champion of the decade and it only happened because Shabazz Napier willed it into existence. Testudo Times Podcast: Where does Maryland mens basketball stand? Seven different men's programs won a national. Heres our latest projection of the NBA draft. Teams; CBS Sports; CBS SPORTS HQ; SportsLine; MaxPreps; Shop; StubHub; Follow 247Sports. 130. A consensus first team All-American, Parker left Duke after a 2013-14 season in which he helped lead the team to a 26-9 record. Standing 6'6 and possessing point guard skills, Evans is a nightmare match-up every game he plays but has struggled in his 2nd season due to injuries and inconsistency. Barkley spent three years of college running away from defenders for 3,843 rushing yards and 43 touchdowns. Take a look back at iconic moments in NBA history from the 2010s. He is also an excellent three point shooter for the nations top three point shooting team, shooting 46% from beyond the arc. Tony Crocker, Oklahoma: 9.6ppg-3.2rpg-1.4apg-1.0spg-0.2bpg-28.9mpg 3. 25. That's the legacy of Breanna Stewart, arguably the most decorated and accomplished college basketball player to ever step on the court. He is already one of the better shot blockers in the nation. Greens impact has never been fully captured by statistics or accolades. Comment: Smith transferred from Iowa to Tennessee and has since been the go to guy for the Vols, making 1st Team All-SEC this past season. 69. Before he was lighting up the NBA as one of the most prolific scorers in the game, Kemba Walker made a name for himself by leading the UConn Huskies to relevance on the national stage. Denis Clemente, Kansas State: 15.0ppg-2.4rpg-3.5apg-0.8spg-0bpg-29.8mpg 113. By leveraging his incredible athleticism on both ends, Oladipo turned into one of the most impactful players of the decade. A 7-foot shooter who felt like he was born to play in Bo Ryans offensive system, Kaminsky made a major jump to become a First Team All-Big Ten player as a junior before blossoming into the national player of the year as a senior. Comment: Florence goes relatively unknown because he plays for Mercer, but the Bears will be an upset type team next season, and I wouldnt be surprised to hear his name more. 88. His rare combination of size, inside-out scoring, and the ability to run the team as a de facto point guard made him arguably the most complete college guard of the last 10 years. McCaffrey could very well have been the greatest dual-threat back to ever grace a college football game. 97. College FB Recruiting Show; YouTube; CBSSports HQ; Paramount+; 2010 Best NFL Basketball Players in Texas (0) 2010 . 131. To this day, she is also the only player in the history of college basketball besides Ralph Sampson to be the consensus National Player of the Year three times. Ohio became the latest U.S. state to legalize sports gambling on Jan. 1. 30. 48. Odds & lines subject to change. Keep in mind while 150 seems like a lot of room, it isnt and there are tons of talented players in the country. He is the leading returning scorer for the Tigers, and he will have to continue to improve his scoring for next season. He has a decent offensive game to compliment that, but it could use a little work. Evan Turner, Ohio State: 17.3ppg-7.1rpg-4.0apg-1.8spg-0.8bpg-36.4mpg Caleb Swanigan, PF, Purdue "Biggie" entered Purdue with sky-high expectations as the program's. 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