College basketball’s non-conference slate sets the stage for the season’s fiercest debates: Who stands out as MVP, and which teams are poised for a dramatic glow-up? Andy Patton and Isaac Schade hand out their midseason awards, spotlighting Cam Boozer (Duke) and Braden Smith (Purdue) as the nation’s most indispensable stars while celebrating the meteoric rises of Nebraska and Arizona. Can these teams sustain their momentum into conference play, or will surprises shake up the rankings?

The hosts break down standout freshmen like Caleb Wilson (North Carolina) and AJ Dybantsa (BYU), assess transfer impacts with Yaxel Lendeborg (Michigan) and Ryan Conwell (Louisville), and examine coaching masterclasses from Ben McCollum (Iowa) and Mark Byington (Vanderbilt). Plus, they highlight most improved players and offer rapid-fire honorable mentions across the nation. Get the ultimate rundown on college basketball’s hottest names and game-changing storylines before league action explodes.

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College Basketball Non-Conference AWARDS: Who is MVP? Cam Boozer? Yaxel Lendeborg? Braden Smith?

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