The top-ranked freshman this year, Noel will be under the pressure of Anthony Davis's season last year. Noel is not the offensive talent of Davis yet because his mid-range game is far from polished, but his athleticism makes him a dominant shot-blocker and rebounder. In typical Kentucky fashion, Noel is the top prospect on a roster loaded with one-and-dones. He probably won't win any player of the year awards, but there's not an NBA scout that doubts Noel's ability to star in the NBA.
Similar to Noel, Muhammad is the best prospect on a talented young roster. Even though he spent the first two weeks of the season ineligible, Muhammad is on the court now and making an impact. The Bruins are struggling, but Muhammad has come in averaging 16 points a game. The kid can flat-out score and will likely be the first perimeter player taken in the 2013 draft.
The third and last super-obvious name on the list, Zeller is the most famous man in college basketball this year. He is the best player on a top-ranked Indiana team and he's got an SI cover to prove it. He is a more talented prospect than both of his brothers who are in the NBA. Zeller has the ability to be a Kevin Love-type with his all-around game for a big man.
This is a good year for mid-major stars in college, and Tony Mitchell might be the best NBA prospect from those small schools. He's a solid forward with the ability to get a double-double every night. Mitchell is a sophomore who will stay under the radar if North Texas misses the tournament, but don't think a team his reaching when you see him on draft day.
If you watched UNC last year, McAdoo got limited minutes but made highlight-reel plays every so often. Now a starter, McAdoo has assumed the starring role for the Tar Heels this season. With opponents focusing on him, all McAdoo has done is average 16 points and 9 boards. And oh by the way, he's a great athlete too. He's a sure fire lottery pick if he enters the draft.
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