Candid Coaches: Who will be the best player in men's college basketball in 2022-23?

Posted Sep 7, 2022
No. 3 Armando Bacot - "Bacot's numbers will be off the charts. In an era where the traditional big is becoming extinct, it is funny many of the best returners in college are more-traditional big men -- and he is the best of that group. He has the ability to not only dictate an opponent's defensive game plan, but also adjust their offensive game plan." (CBS Sports)

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