Ranking the top 10 players in college basketball

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10. Julius Randle, Kentucky: The freshman "pitbull" has been the Wildcats' most consistent catalyst all season, averaging a double-double.

9. Nik Stauskas, Michigan: The sophomore sharpshooter is one of the main reasons for the Wolverines' Big Ten Conference regular season title. He's averaging more than 17 points a game and shooting a blistering 46% from long range.

8. Tyler Ennis, Syracuse: The freshman point guard has been the X-Factor for the Orange, averaging 12.3 ppg and 5.6 apg.

4. C.J. Fair, Syracuse: The senior forward is the best player and the go-to scorer for Syracuse. Averages close to 17 points and 6 rebounds a game for the Orange.

6. Andrew Wiggins, Kansas: The country's No. 1 recruit has been a key catalyst for the Jayhawks all season and finally starting to blossom into a superstar. Had 29 points vs. Iowa State after a 27-point night against TCU.

5. Shabazz Napier, UConn: The senior explosive guard can score at will and he's arguably the clutchest player, evidenced by a buzzer-beating score to lift UConn over Florida. Had 17 points and 10 assists in an AAC victory at Memphis and 30 vs. Louisville. Averages close to 18 ppg, 6 rpg and 5 apg.

4. Nick Johnson, Arizona: The junior guard's the top scorer for the Wildcats. Averages more than 16 points a game and shoots well from beyond the arc.

3. Russ Smith, Louisville: The senior guard has redefined his game, limiting his turnovers while averaging 18 points and 4-plus assists a game for the Cardinals.

2. Jabari Parker, Duke: The 6-8 freshman forward can play five positions and has spearheaded Duke, averaging more than 18 points and 9 rebounds a game. Among a decorated freshman class, Parker has emerged as the best.