10 players to watch in the NCAA Tournament

An elite NBA prospect, Ball makes the Bruins go at point guard. The 6-6 freshman has averaged 15 points, 7.8 assists and 6.2 rebounds this season, resembling Magic Johnson in his ability to play quarterback on the floor.

The sharpshooting Brooks has averaged 16 points per game, shooting nearly 42 percent from three. Overall, he's shot an impressive 52.6 percent for the Ducks and has come up big often in clutch situations this season.

If the Wildcats are able to defend their title, Hart will certainly have a lot to do with it. He returned this season in what's looking like a smart decision, leading Villanova with 18.7 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. He's also shooting 40 percent from three.

Jackson hopes to return the Tar Heels to the Final Four, now as their star player. He's averaged 18.3 points per game, shooting nearly 39 percent from three. The junior forward is one of the most improved players in college basketball.

On a team loaded with all-world talent, Kennard has stood out. He leads the Blue Devils with 20.1 points per game, shooting 45 percent from three.

A 7-0 freshman from Finland, Markkanen has been a dominant inside presence for the Wildcats. He's averaging 15.2 points and 7.5 rebounds per game, with a prototypical European big man game as he shoots nearly 43 percent from three.

Mason is simply shooting the lights out in his senior season. The 5-11 guard is averaging better than 20 points per game as he shoots nearly 50 percent from three for the Jayhawks. He's had a legendary career at Kansas and would love to go out with a National Title.

Monk's shooting is rare for a freshman, as he's averaged more than 21 points per game and shot 41 percent from three. Only standing at 6-3, the guard is still a terrific NBA prospect.

Baylor has produced some impressive big men in head coach Scott Drew's tenure, Motley among them. He's averaging 17.5 points and 10 rebounds per game in his junior season, also shooting 52 percent.

Williams-Goss is the Zags' top offensive force. The junior guard is shooting 51 percent from the floor and 91 percent from the free throw line. The result is 16.4 points per game and a likely No. 1 seed for his team.