Alright, we can’t put this off any longer—college basketball starts this week. This is shaping up to be the weirdest season in some time, factoring in the impact of COVID-19 on scheduling and availability, as well as the fact that there’s no clear-cut top team on paper. The hierarchy could look much different in a few weeks, and this list might look foolish as well. Just like there’s no truly obvious No. 1 team, there’s not one sole award candidate with an immense advantage in that conversation. But, knowing what we know at the moment, here are 10 players to keep in mind as potential contenders for top honors come March.
Top 10 Preseason Candidates for 2020-21 National Player of the Year
