1. Dan Hurley, UConn
Huskies fans are certainly hopeful Hurley can turn things around after Kevin Ollie went 30-35 in his last two seasons in Storrs. Leading scorer Jalen Adams returning for his senior season will certainly help, and maybe Alterique Gilbert will actually stay healthy.
2. Chris Mack, Louisville
David Padgett kept things afloat last year for the Cardinals after Rick Pitino was fired, but Louisville is counting on Mack to return the team to more national prominence. He'll need a leap from V.J. King and a seamless transition at point guard.