All-America first team
F - Shabazz Muhammad, 6-6, 225, Fr., UCLA
He's arguably the most talented wing in the country, but he could wind up missing a significant portion of the season as part of an ongoing NCAA investigation into potential impermissible benefits. Muhammad is a big, strong kid who plays hard and competes on every possession.
F - Doug McDermott, 6-8, 225, Jr., Creighton
Sure, he plays in the Missouri Valley. But McDermott can play -- and he's proven it each of his two seasons in college. He can shoot it from deep (49 percent from beyond the arc) and is also one of the most reliable finishers around the basket. He averaged nearly 23 points per contest last season and more than eight boards per game.
C - Cody Zeller, 7-0, 240, Soph., Indiana
The youngest of the Zeller Boys is also the most talented. He lived up to the hype in Bloomington, averaging 15.6 points and 6.6 rebounds. Zeller runs extremely well, is a force on the defensive end and can also score in the post and also on the perimeter. There's truly not much the Hoosiers star can't already do -- and he's only going to get better as his body continues to develop.
G - Isaiah Canaan, 6-1, 195, Sr., Murray State
He may not be a true point guard, but he's a shot-maker and also averaged nearly four assists per game for the Racers -- who were the last unbeaten team in the country last year. Canaan shoots the ball extremely well, but he does more than just score.
G - Phil Pressey,5-11, 175, Jr., Missouri
The ultimate point guard in terms of getting his teammates easy, open looks. Case in point: Marcus Denmon from a year ago. Pressey is a capable scorer, but that's not where he's a difference-maker. He has a chance to lead the nation in assists as he applies pressure to opposing defenses -- especially in the open court -- with his speed.
All-America second team
F - Mike Moser, 6-8, 210, Jr., UNLV
Was one of the nation's top rebounders a year ago, and has developed into a quality scorer. He's long, can run the floor -- and is versatile. He'll get an opportunity to showcase his versatility this season as he'll move from the power forward spot to the wing.
F - Tony Mitchell, 6-8, 235, Soph., North Texas
Was supposed to go to Missouri, but didn't qualify and that's why he's in the mid-major ranks. But Mitchell can play anywhere. He's super-athletic, goes hard and is more skilled than people realize. He averaged 14.7 points and 10.3 boards for the Mean Green after missing the first nine games of the season.
C - Nerlens Noel, 6-10, 228, Fr., Kentucky
It'll be all about the flattop this season in Lexington instead of the Unibrow. Noel isn't quite Anthony Davis, but as far as shot-blocking is concerned, he's not far off -- if at all. Noel may not be as polished on the offensive end as Davis, but he could be on par with AD as far as a defensive presence in concerned.
G - Trey Burke, 6-0, 190, Soph., Michigan
Came out of nowhere a year ago to establish himself as one of the elite point guards in the country. The entire offense was built around Burke last season and he took advantage, averaging 14.8 points and 4.6 assists per game. Burke will have no shortage of weapons this season with the addition of a strong freshman class, but his leadership may be as important as anything in Ann Arbor.
G - Jamaal Franklin,6-5, 195, Jr., San Diego State
Was a non-factor as a freshman, but quickly became a star for the Aztecs last season. He's athletic, tough and has tremendous work ethic. He'll get a chance to slide over to the wing -- his natural position -- after being forced to play power forward much of last year.
All-America third team
F - Deshaun Thomas, 6-7, 215, Jr., Ohio State
Tinkered with the idea of leaving after last year, but now he'll be the go-to guy for Thad Matta. Thomas can flat-out score. He averaged 24.3 points in the first three games of the NCAA tournament and has the ability to get baskets from just about anywhere on the court.
F - James Michael McAdoo, 6-9, 230, Soph., North Carolina
Only averaged 6.1 points and 3.9 boards per game last season, so it may look strange -- but McAdoo had to wait his turn behind veterans Tyler Zeller and John Henson. Now it's his turn and he'll be productive immediately. He's big, strong and athletic -- and has a high motor.
C - Trevor Mbakwe, 6-8, 245, Sr., Minnesota
It's still unclear how the athletic big man's knee will respond after the season-ending injury just seven games into the season. He was averaging 14.8 points and 10 boards per game at the time and is a relentless rebounder who could make the Gophers legitimate Big Ten contenders -- as long as he's at or near 100 percent
G - Aaron Craft, 6-2, 195, Jr., Ohio State
He doesn't look the part, but Craft can play. He brings everything to the table -- defense, leadership, passing, intangibles -- except for a consistent perimeter shot. Craft will need to be more assertive on the offensive end with the departure of Jared Sullinger and William Buford.
G - Michael Snaer, 6-5, 202, Sr., Florida State
One of the best two-way players in the country. He's a lock-down defensive player and more than capable of going for 20-plus points on any given night. Snaer will be the Seminoles leader and should team with Ian Miller to form one of the most potent backcourts in the country.
All-America fourth team
G - Kyle Anderson, 6-9, 235, Fr., UCLA
There will be no better passer in the country this season. Anderson is a 6-foot-9 point forward. Sure, he needs to work on his quickness and perimeter shot -- but Anderson simply makes everyone around him better. That's a gift -- and a rarity these days.
F - Otto Porter,6-8, 205, Soph., Georgetown
Long and talented, Porter was a virtual unknown since he never played AAU ball. He's a high IQ player who does everything well. He makes shots from mid-range, rebounds, defends and makes quality decisions on the court. With Jason Clark and Henry Sims gone, the Hoyas are now Otto's team.
C - Jeff Withey, 7-0, 235, Sr., Kansas
One of the top defensive players in the country, Withey will need to be more productive on the offensive end. He's long, experienced and competes. Withey should have an expanded role now that Thomas Robinson and Tyshawn Taylor are gone. He still needs to gain more confidence with his low-post game.
G - C.J. McCollum 6-3, 185, Sr., Lehigh
His length and fluid game make him a difficult matchup. Just ask Duke -- as he put 30 on the Blue Devils in the NCAA tournament. McCollum is a scorer and it's too bad we won't see more of him this season due to him playing in a relative obscurity of the Patriot League.
G - Marcus Smart, 6-4, 225, Fr., Oklahoma State
I'm not sure if he's a point guard or a two-guard, but the kid is just a flat-out player -- and he wins. Smart is a tremendous athlete who plays every possession as if it's his last. He rebounds well, scores when necessary and is capable of running the team -- which he'll do this year for Travis Ford in Stillwater.
