Keyshawn Hall is set to be an immediate difference-maker at Auburn. At 6’7, 240 pounds, he’s an elite athlete with guard-like skill, a true three-level scorer, and a force in transition. His size and physicality make him a matchup nightmare. Hall is coming off a breakout season at UCF where he averaged 18.8 points and 7 rebounds per game. I expect Hall and Pettiford to be a wrecking crew for this Auburn squad.

Desmond Claude is poised for a monster season with the Washington Huskies. Now at his third college stop, Claude brings elite guard skills, three-level scoring, and high-end athleticism at great positional size. The 6'6 PG averaged 16.6 points per game as a sophomore at Xavier and followed it up with 15.8 per game last season at USC. I expect Claude to put up BIGTIME numbers this year and have a guaranteed spot on an NBA Draft board.

While much of the freshman buzz has centered on AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, one name being criminally overlooked is Darius Acuff. Acuff is a flat out STUD, A tough, do-it-all point guard who can go get a bucket whenever needed. He’ll be the engine for an electrifying Arkansas squad, winning games behind his three-level scoring, advanced playmaking, and ability to break down any defender on command. Acuff has already flashed his greatness in preseason action, and it won’t take long for him to be recognized as one of the top players in the country.