The beauty of college basketball is that it has something for everyone. Fan of the underdog? The NCAA Tournament is your time to shine. Think this could be the year your school goes to the Final Four? It's always a possibility. Are you a fan of a bad NBA team that hopes your franchise gets lucky in the lottery this spring? The 2026 NBA Draft class has some potential franchise-changing players worth tanking for.
Even if none of those storylines are up your alley, there's always a reason to watch. If you're a fan of nostalgia, there are several notable names worth keeping an eye on during the 2025-26 season. Look no further than Syracuse's roster, which will feature the son of one of -- if not the most notable -- names in program history: Kiyan Anthony .
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