The Sports Bank’s “99 in 99” is entering its home stretch as we’ve been ranking the 72 power conference college basketball teams and top 27 mid-major programs for the past three months. Billy Donovan’s Florida Gators come in at number nine and are the pre-season favorite to win the SEC. Click here if you missed teams #10-#99. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #9 Florida Gators
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99 in 99: #10 Illinois Fighting Illini
Without question, this is the most talent the Illinois Fighting Illini has put on the floor since their 2004-2005 Champaign Campaign. There is a good mix of size, athleticism, and guard play; veterans and newcomers. The question will be whether or not this group can put it all together and live up to the high expectations entering this season. The first step begins tonight … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #10 Illinois Fighting Illini
99 in 99:#11 Kentucky Wildcats
John Calipari was hired away from Memphis to put the Kentucky Wildcats back on the national map. In just one season in Lexington, Calipari has done that that and so much more. The Wildcats lose eight players from last year’s team including five that were selected in the first round of the NBA Draft. In what seems like it will become a yearly cycle at UK, the program brings … [Read more...] about 99 in 99:#11 Kentucky Wildcats
99 in 99: #12 Villanova Wildcats
It is going to be strange watching the Villanova Wildcats this season and not seeing Peter Christian’s boy Scottie Reynolds on the floor... Kind of like how it is when I tune into CSI and do not see Gil Grissom. It is different and I am not sure I like it, but I know have to move on because he is never coming back. For the record, I have the exact opposite feeling about … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #12 Villanova Wildcats
99 in 99: #13 Baylor Bears
The Baylor Bears quickly climbed up the rankings last season and was a sexy pick to make some serious noise heading into the NCAA Tournament. Losing three starters, possibly four depending on LaceDarius Dunn’s status will hurt, but Scott Drew has one of the top freshmen in the country who should help the Bears still be a major factor in the Big 12. The Sports Bank’s “99 in … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #13 Baylor Bears
99 in 99: #14 Washington Huskies
Like the rest of the Pac-10, the Washington Huskies underachieved during the 2009-2010 season. Lorenzo Romar’s group did put together a run in the NCAA Tournament before bowing out in the Sweet 16 to West Virginia. The Huskies are the team to beat in a slightly improved Pac-10. The Sports Bank’s “99 in 99” runs down the 72 power conference college basketball teams and top … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #14 Washington Huskies
99 in 99: #15 Georgetown Hoyas
Typically known for their legacy of dominant big men, the Georgetown Hoyas will instead be led by one of the most talented and experienced backcourts in the country. G-Town is hoping their veteran guard play will erase the memory of last year’s first round exit in the NCAA Tournament and help them compete for the Big East title. The Sports Bank’s "99 in 99" ranks the 72 … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #15 Georgetown Hoyas
99 in 99: #16 Missouri Tigers
“40 Minutes of Hell” returns to the Missouri Tigers this season. Mike Anderson has implemented a full-court, in your face, fast-paced style that has brought success to Mizzou. That frantic approach along with a loaded recruiting class should have the Tigers in the thick of the Big 12 race. The Sports Bank’s “99 in 99” ranks the 72 power conference college basketball teams … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #16 Missouri Tigers
99 in 99: #17 Memphis Tigers
Under first year head coach Josh Pastner, the Memphis Tigers’ reign of dominance in Conference USA came to an end as they lost a league game for the first time in more than three seasons. With one of the best recruiting classes in the country, Memphis should re-establish their control of the conference and once again be a major factor on the national scene. The Sports … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #17 Memphis Tigers
99 in 99: #18 Wisconsin Badgers
Lesson #1: never, ever under-estimate how good of a coach Bo Ryan is. Regardless of how many players the Wisconsin Badgers lose in any given season, Ryan always has UW near the top of the Big Ten standings. Expect more of the same this year. The Sports Bank’s “99 in 99” ranks the 72 power conference college basketball programs and top 27 mid-majors. Click here if you … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #18 Wisconsin Badgers