Gone: F Elgin Cook, F Dwayne Benjamin.
Key newcomers: F Kavell Bigby-Williams (juco transfer), G Payton Pritchard (freshman), F Keith Smith (freshman), F M.J. Cage (freshman; former UA target)
Why this pick: Provided Dillon Brooksβ mysterious foot injury doesn't cost him significant time, the Ducks have an obscene amount of veteran talent that should make them a Final Four contender. Not only are four starters back, but point guard Dylan Ennis was approved for a sixth year of eligibility, Bigby-Williams gives the Ducks a third frightening shot-blocker on top of Chris Boucher and Jordan Bell, and Payton Pritchard is one of the best point guards in Oregon high school history. The only trouble this team could have is dealing with unprecedented expectations.Β
