Ranking the top 100 (and one) college basketball players for 2016-17

Posted Oct 26, 2016
35. Justin Jackson, UNC, SF: Jackson has averaged double-figures in points in each of his two seasons at UNC and is just a reliable 3-point shot away from becoming the NBA prospect so many thought he could become. 40. Joel Berry II, UNC, PG: On the whole, Berry will be the Heels' most valuable player this season. 46. Kennedy Meeks, UNC, Center. (CBS Sports)

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