Really B1G hoops look back and look ahead

IOWA CITY — With four of its top five players exhausting eligibility, the Big Ten was in for a makeover next men's basketball season. But new NCAA rules regarding the NBA draft could make the most impact among Big Ten teams.

Eleven league underclassmen have declared for the NBA draft and eight have the option to return. In January, the NCAA approved rules that permit basketball players to declare for the draft and return to school if the athlete doesn't sign with an agent. If invited, players are allowed to participate in May's NBA scouting combine and try out for one NBA team. They can return to school if they withdraw from the draft 10 days after the scouting combine.

Some of the Big Ten's best underclassmen attempting the move include Iowa junior guard Peter Jok, Rutgers freshman guard Corey Sanders and Wisconsin junior forward Nigel Hayes, who were among the league's top 10 scorers. Purdue freshman forward Caleb Swanigan was the Big Ten's co-leader in rebounds. Ohio State center Trevor Thompson, Indiana forward Troy Williams, Purdue wing Vince Edwards and Maryland point guard Melo Trimble can gauge their current value against their future possibilities. Maryland junior Robert Carter, Maryland freshman forward Diamond Stone and Michigan State freshman Deyonta Davis have declared and plan to sign with agents, which would exhaust their eligibility.

'I would like to take advantage of the opportunity that is now presented to underclassmen in going through the process of obtaining input from NBA personnel so that I can make an informed decision about my future,' Jok said in a statement. 'For me, this whole process is for experience to see how it all works and then return to work on my game.'

If Hayes, Jok and Trimble leave for the NBA, nine of the league's top 10 players won't return next year.

But if those players come back — along with the others — they each could impact the Big Ten standings. With Hayes, Wisconsin would return all five starters and all but six points from last year's Sweet Sixteen squad. Should Williams rejoin Indiana, the Hoosiers' core of Thomas Bryant, James Blackmon, Robert Johnson, OG Anunoby and four talented newcomers would make them Big Ten favorites after winning the league title outright this year.

Maryland, the Big Ten's most enigmatic team last year, could replace all five starters if Trimble stays in the draft. Purdue could return a strong core if Swanigan and Edwards return or be thrust into rebuilding mode if they don't.

Iowa already loses four of its five starters, and a Jok departure could shift the Hawkeyes from reload to rebuild.

Michigan won't lose any players this year as early NBA draft entrants, but the Wolverines have three transfers leaving the program. By mid-afternoon Monday, more than 400 Division I players have obtained scholarship releases and intend to transfer, according to VerbalCommits.com. It's possible for those numbers to soar past last year's record of 700-plus.

The Big Ten isn't immune to those changes. More than 20 scholarship players have announced plans to leave their schools in the last few weeks. Few made much of an impact on the floor. Only four averaged more than six points a game and just one — Rutgers forward D.J. Foreman — scored more than seven points a contest.

What's next for these squads? Here's a look back and a lookahead based on 2015-16 order of finish:

>Indiana (27-8, 15-3)

The Hoosiers won the Big Ten by two games and advanced to the Sweet Sixteen before they were dispatched by national runner-up North Carolina.

Who's gone:

All-Big Ten point guard Yogi Ferrell (17.3 ppg) finally graduates, along with role players Max Bielfeldt (8.2 ppg) and Nick Zeisloft (6.5 ppg).

Who's back:

Freshman center Thomas Bryant (11.9 ppg, 5.8 rpg) surprised many by not declaring for the NBA draft. Talented players Troy Williams (13.3 ppg), James Blackmon Jr. (15.8 ppg — but missed the final two months) and Robert Johnson (8.1 ppg) return. Freshman forward OG Anunoby (4.9 ppg) became one of the Big Ten's best players late in the season.

Who's new:

Pittsburgh transfer Josh Newkirk (5.9 ppg, 2.7 apg) gets the first crack at Ferrell's point guard minutes. The Hoosiers bring in four-star forward De'Ron Davis (6-10) and four-star combo guard Curtis Jones (6-4), along with three-star point guard Devonte Green (6-1).

Outlook:

With the core of a championship squad returning (outside of Ferrell, of course), Indiana should be considered the league favorite entering next season. If Davis posts an immediate impact and a point guard emerges, the Hoosiers might be a national contender.

Michigan State (29-6, 13-5)

In one of the NCAA tournament's greatest shockers, No. 15-seed Middle Tennessee State upset the favored No. 2 Spartans in the first round. Michigan State was a popular pick to win the tournament after taking 13 of 14 to close the season, including the Big Ten Tournament title.

Who's gone

: National player of the year Denzel Valentine (19.2 ppg, 7.5 rpg, 7.8 apg) exits after a brilliant season as does shooting guard Bryn Forbes (14.4 ppg, Big Ten's most 3-pointers with 112) and center Matt Costello (10.7 ppg, 8.2 rpg — Big Ten rebounding co-leader). Marvin Clark Jr., and Javon Bess will transfer. Freshman forward Deyonta Davis (7.5 ppg, 5.5 rpg) will enter the NBA draft and sign with an agent.

Who's back

: Guards Eron Harris (9.3 ppg, 43 3-pointers), Matt McQuaid (3.5 ppg) and center Gavin Schilling (3.8 ppg, 3.1 rpg) are the primary returnees. Point guard Tum Tum Nairn (2.8 ppg, 3.3 apg with 18 starts) should take a step in the forefront.

Who's new

: The Spartans snagged the league's best two prospects in 6-6 forward Miles Bridges and 6-6 combo guard Joshua Langford. Both are five-star recruits. Michigan State also brings in two four-stars in power forward Nick Ward (6-9) and point guard Cassius Winston (6-0).

Outlook

: If the freshmen mesh with the holdovers, the Spartans can contend for the Big Ten title next season. If they stay intact in 2017-18, they might win the national title.

Maryland (27-9, 12-6)

One of the nation's biggest letdowns, Maryland opened the season as NCAA contenders but finished the Big Ten in a third-place tie. The Terrapins beat South Dakota State and Hawaii in the NCAA tournament before losing to Kansas in the Sweet Sixteen.

Who's gone

: Forwards Robert Carter (12.3 ppg) and Diamond Stone (12.5 ppg) both leave early and will sign with agents. Seniors Jake Layman (11.6 ppg) and Rasheed Sulaimon (11.3 ppg) exhausted their eligibility. Sophomore point guard Melo Trimble (14.8 ppg, 4.9 apg) declared for the NBA draft but won't sign with an agent.

Who's back

: Despite an inconsistent stretch late in the season, Trimble is one of the Big Ten's top players. He may be preseason player of the year if he returns. Guard Dion Wiley missed the season after knee surgery but could become one of the league's best off-guards. Key reserves Jared Nickens (5.4 ppg), Michal Cekovsky and Damonte Dodd will become primary contributors.

Who's new

: The Terrapins bring in a typical high-caliber class with four-stars in forward Micah Thomas (6-7), combo guard Kevin Huerter (6-5) and point guard Anthony Cowan (5-10).

Outlook

: If Trimble comes back, Maryland should remain competitive in the Big Ten's upper third. If not, the Terrapins must rely on a young and inexperienced, but talented, group. They're capable of a high finish, but it's not quite as likely without Trimble. As of now, Maryland brings back just 27 percent of its minutes and 18 percent of its scoring.

Purdue (26-9, 12-6)

For the second straight season, the Boilermakers tied for third in Big Ten play. But a quick NCAA tournament exit in a late-game collapse throws some shade on an otherwise strong season.

Who's gone

: Center A.J. Hammons (15.0 ppg) and wing Rapheal Davis (8.3 ppg) formed one of the league's best interior-perimeter defensive tandems in several years. Both were named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year the last two seasons. Double-digit scorers Vince Edwards (11.3 ppg) and Big Ten co-rebounding champ Caleb Swanigan (10.2 ppg, 8.3 rpg) have declared for the NBA but have not signed with agents. Perimeter shooter Kendall Stephens (6.1 ppg) elected to transfer, as did red-shirt Grant Weatherford.

Who's back

: Edwards and Swanigan would lead the way if they return to school. Center Isaac Haas (9.8 ppg), who stands 7-2, shared time with Hammons. Guards P.J. Thompson (5.7 ppg) and Dakota Mathias (5.5 ppg) were part-time starters.

Who's new

: Guard Carsen Edwards (5-11) has a chance to shine at the point.

Outlook

: Purdue's immediate future depends on NBA decisions by Edwards and Swanigan. If they return, the Boilermakers are a bona fide NCAA team. If they don't, it's almost a total rebuild for Coach Matt Painter.

Iowa (22-11, 12-6)

No team had quite the zigzag last year as Iowa. The Hawkeyes dropped three non-conference games, then started Big Ten play 7-0 and were ranked No. 3 nationally. After a 10-1 league start, Iowa fizzled to a 12-6 finish. The Hawkeyes beat Temple in OT for their first NCAA tournament win before falling to eventual national champion Villanova.

Who's gone

: Consensus All-American forward Jarrod Uthoff (18.9 ppg, 6.3 rpg) is a crushing loss. Seniors Mike Gesell (8.1 ppg, 6.2 apg), Adam Woodbury (7.6 ppg, 8.3 rpg) and Anthony Clemmons (8.9 ppg) formed the program's backbone for four years. Junior Peter Jok (16.1 ppg) was a second-team all-Big Ten selection and has declared for the NBA draft, but he has not hired an agent.

Who's back

: If Jok remains in the NBA draft, the Hawkeyes will have a combined one start on their roster. Forward Dom Uhl (6.0 ppg, 3.6 rpg) leads the way in points among the returnees. Forward Nicholas Baer (4.8 ppg) earned a scholarship after an impressive season. Post Ahmad Wagner (2.6 ppg, 2.6 rpg) was a solid contributor. Guards Christian Williams (1.4 ppg) and Brady Ellingson (2.8 ppg) played sporadically but showed ability.

Who's new

: Iowa picks up four-star forward Tyler Cook (6-8), who immediately is thrust into the spotlight. Forward Cordell Pemsl (6-8), center Ryan Kriener (6-10) and guard Jordan Bohannon (6-1) have a chance to play right away.

Outlook

: Losing four seniors will be tough to replace for Iowa, but if Jok remains in the NBA draft, it's an absolute rebuild, There is some young talent and the newcomers show promise, but even with Jok it might be a year before the Hawkeyes return to the NCAA.

Wisconsin (22-13, 12-6)

The Badgers started horrendously, then Coach Bo Ryan retired a few weeks into the season. Wisconsin regrouped under interim (and now permanent) Coach Greg Gard, and the Badgers won 13 of their final 17 games and advanced to the Sweet Sixteen.

Who's gone

: Junior forward Nigel Hayes (15.7 ppg, 5.8 rpg) has declared for the NBA draft but will not hire an agent. Wisconsin loses just two other players who competed for a total of 15 minutes of action. Longtime assistant Gary Close resigned at season's end.

Who's back

: Outside of Hayes, Wisconsin returns point guard Bronson Koenig (13.1 ppg), all-league freshman Ethan Happ (12.4 ppg, 1.8 spg), forward Vitto Brown (9.7 ppg) and guard Zak Showalter (7.5 ppg). Wisconsin also brings back four other players who played at least nine minutes a game.

Who's new

: The drawback of not losing any players is not adding to the well. Wisconsin presently has no signees. Former Badgers center Joe Krabbenhoft returns as an assistant.

Outlook

: If Hayes returns, Wisconsin joins Indiana as a league favorite next year. Outside of Michigan State, no team played as well in February, and the Badgers still have experience from their two Final Four teams that preceded this unit. What once was looked as a dip instead has turned into a ramp.

Ohio State (21-14, 11-7)

The Buckeyes' low RPI and three losses to pedestrian non-conference opponents cost them a trip to the NCAA tournament. Ohio State hardly was its typical powerhouse performing squad, and its last four losses to league opponents came by double digits. That spelled NIT for OSU.

Who's gone

: Five players left either midstream or after the season, including part-time starters Daniel Giddens (3.8 ppg, 3.6 rpg), A.J. Harris (2.8 ppg) and Mickey Mitchell (2.0 ppg, 2.8 rpg). Austin Grandstaff (4.4 ppg) left mid-season for Oklahoma. All of those players were freshmen. David Bell no longer lists on the team's roster. Center Trevor Thompson (6.5 ppg, 5.1 rpg) declared for the draft but did not hire an agent. Assistant Jeff Boals left to lead Stony Brook.

Who's back

: Ohio State returns its top five scorers, including Marc Loving (14.0 ppg), Keita Bates-Diop (11.8 ppg), Jae-Sean Tate (11.7 ppg), JaQuan Lyle (11.2 ppg) and Kam Williams (8.3 ppg). Bates-Diop and Tate were rebounding co-leaders at 6.4

Who's new

: Ohio State has a pair of centers in Derek Funderburk (6-9), a four-star, and Micah Potter (6-10), a three-star. It's likely the Buckeyes will bring in a few other players to compensate for the above losses.

Outlook

: With that much returning talent, Ohio State should slide up a few spots in the Big Ten standings. But that many departures brings questions about depth. We'll see what happens this off-season.

Michigan (23-13, 10-8)

An early injury to star Caris LeVert appeared to damage the Wolverines' chances at the postseason. But Michigan regrouped, put together a solid season behind a strong backcourt and qualified for the NCAA tournament.

Who's gone

: Injured guard Spike Albrecht (1.9 ppg), who was celebrated on senior night, will gain another year of eligibility via medical red-shirt and transfer. Guard Aubrey Dawkins (6.5 ppg) also will transfer and join his father at Central Florida. Post Ricky Doyle (3.8 ppg, 2.0 rpg), who started 11 games, also will leave. LeVert (16.5 ppg) graduates to pursue an NBA career. Assistant LaVall Jordan is now the head coach at Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Who's back

: Michigan returns its primary starters in wing Zak Irvin (11.8 ppg), point guard Derrick Walton Jr. (11.6 ppg), shooter Duncan Robinson (11.2 ppg) and guard Muhammad-Ali Abdur-Rahkman (8.6 ppg). Center Mark Donnal (7.8 ppg, 3.7 rpg) also comes back.

Who's new

: Michigan loaded up with posts in four-star center Jon Teske (6-10) and three-star center Austin Davis (6-10), along with four-star point guard Xavier Simpson (5-11) and three-star combo guard Ibi Watson.

Outlook

: With all five starters returning from an NCAA tournament team, the Wolverines could compete for an upper-third finish next year. If the incoming freshmen make an immediate impact, Michigan might challenge for the league title.

Northwestern (20-12, 8-10)

The Wildcats conquered an easy non-conference slate but slipped early and often in league play to fall out of NCAA contention by February. Northwestern started Big Ten action 3-2, then lost its next five and never recovered.

Who's gone

: Northwestern loses posts Alex Olah (11.4 ppg, 5.6 rpg) and Joey van Zegeren (3.8 ppg). Olah started 114 games for the Wildcats.

Who's back

: The backcourt remains intact with Tre Demps (15.7 ppg) and point guard Bryant McIntosh. Role players Aaron Falzon (8.4 ppg, 29 starts), Derek Pardon (6.7 ppg), Scottie Lindsey (6.4 ppg) and Sanjay Lumpkin (3.8 ppg, 32 starts) also return. Forward Vic Law (7.0 ppg in 2014-15) comes back after losing last season to shoulder surgery.

Who's new

: The Wildcats scored two four-star big men in Rapolas Ivanauskas (6-8) and Barret Benson (6-9). They also picked up three-star point guard Isiah Brown (6-1).

Outlook

: Next year might actually be the year Northwestern cracks into the NCAA tournament. The Wildcats bring back enough of a core, plus Law and talented newcomers, to compete for a top-half finish.

Penn State (16-16, 7-11)

In typical fashion, Penn State's season was filled with equally inexplicable wins (Indiana, Iowa) and losses (Radford, Duquesne). The Nittany Lions appropriately finished 16-16 but did not compete in the postseason.

Who's gone

: Penn State loses top scorer Brandon Taylor (16.3 ppg), role players Donovon Jack (4.7 ppg) and Devin Foster (4.1 ppg) and starting center Jordan Dickerson (2.8 ppg, 3.5 rpg).

Who's back

: Guard Shep Garner (14.5 ppg, 3.3 apg) returns, along with forward Payton Banks (9.5 ppg), center Julian Moore (3.9 ppg, forward Deividas Zemgulis (2.9 ppg) and guard Isaiah Washington (2.8 ppg). Talented freshman guard Josh Reaves (6.4 ppg), missed plenty of time with illness and should make an impact next year.

Who's new

: Coach Pat Chambers made good use of his Philadelphia roots to grab four-star players Tony Carr (6-5) and Lamar Stevens (6-6) from Roman Catholic High School. UConn transfer Terrence Samuel (3.0 ppg) is eligible to play next year. Former four-star forward Mike Watkins sat out last year when he was not cleared for competition but could be Penn State's best post player.

Outlook

: Penn State could surge next year if its incoming talent (plus Watkins) reaches expectations. That could mean a mid-pack finish in the Big Ten and a possible postseason berth. If not, well, it's not much different from the status quo.

Nebraska (16-18, 6-12)

A rough regular season transitioned into a decent Big Ten Tournament with two victories before bowing out. While a 16-18 record never is worth celebrating, the ending provided a bit of positivity entering the off-season.

Who's gone

: Nebraska loses one of its best players in recent memory in forward Shavon Shields (16.8 ppg, 5.1 rpg). Guard Benny Parker (4.8 ppg) graduates. Scholarship players Jake Hammond (2.2 ppg, eight starts) and Bakari Evelyn (1.3 ppg) will transfer. Assistant Phil Beckner left for an assistant's job at Boise State.

Who's back

: Combo guard Andrew White II (16.6 ppg, 5.9 rpg) became one of the league's top scoring threats. Guards Glynn Watson Jr. (8.6 ppg, 2.6 apg) and Tai Webster (10.1 ppg) are back, along with forward Jack McVeigh (4.8 ppg, 2.6 rpg) and post Michael Jacobson (4.7 ppg, 4.3 rpg). Highly touted freshman Ed Morrow Jr. (4.1 rpg, 3.3 rpg) struggled to adjust to Big Ten play.

Who's new

: Louisville transfer Anton Gill, a former top-50 recruit, enters the backcourt fray. Four-star forward Isaiah Roby (6-8) and three-star forward Jeriah Horne (6-6) could compete for playing time.

Outlook

: Expectations were high for Watson Jr. and Morrow, who show talent but need growth. If both accelerate on the court, and if Gill steps in as a contributor, the Cornhuskers might shift into the Big Ten's mid-pack next season.

Illinois (15-19, 5-13)

Tracy Abrams suffered a season-ending injury before the season started. It didn't improve from there for the Illini, who missed the NCAA tournament for the third straight season. Three players were arrested and another missed most of the season with another injury. Illinois' defense was suspect all year.

Who's gone

: Senior Khalid Lewis (3.9 ppg) is the only player guaranteed not to return for Illinois. That list could grow fairly soon.

Who's back

: Guard Malcolm Hill (18.1 ppg) is the Big Ten's top returning scorer. Guards Kendrick Nunn (15.5 ppg) and Jalen Coleman-Lands (10.3 ppg) also are eligible to return. Posts Maverick Morgan (8.3 ppg) and Michael Finke (7.5 ppg) also are back, along with role players Aaron Jordan (3.3 ppg), Jaylon Tate (1.8 ppg), D.J. Williams (2.1 ppg) and Alex Austin (1.3 ppg). Mike Thorne Jr. (10.3 ppg) played in only eight games and the school will apply for a medical red-shirt, as will Abrahms. Tate, Nunn and Leron Black (4.4 ppg) all face assault charges and their long-term status is undetermined.

Who's new

: Milwaukee point guard Te'Jon Lucas (5-11) will compete for minutes.

Outlook

: Illinois showed it's capable of competing in short bursts, like in its upset of Iowa in the Big Ten Tournament and early season against Purdue. But unless the Illini improve defensively, a new coach will have to do it in two years.

Minnesota (8-23, 2-16)

The Gophers experienced about as bad of a season as you can imagine and probably worse. Outside of a shocking home win against Maryland, the Gophers posted perhaps their worst season in school history. Rutgers ended its 31-game Big Ten losing streak with a 23-point win against Minnesota. The season mercifully came to an end on the first day of the Big Ten Tournament.

Who's gone

: Forward Carlos Morris (9.8 ppg) was dismissed late in the season. Forward Joey King (11.6 ppg) suffered a foot injury right before the Big Ten Tournament. Kevin Dorsey (6.8 ppg), who was suspended late in the year, will transfer.

Who's back

: Leading scorer Nate Mason (13.8 ppg) was instated after a late-season suspension, as was fellow guard Dupree McBrayer (5.9 ppg). Talented freshman forward Jordan Murphy (11.6 ppg, 8.0 rpg) is back, along with forward Charles Buggs (5.9 ppg) and center Bakary Konate (4.8 ppg).

Who's new

: Former Illinois State center Reggie Lynch (6-9) sat out last year after blocking 189 shots in two seasons and earning second-team all-MVC honors as a sophomore. Texas A&M transfer Davonte Fitzgerald (6-8) is eligible, too. Four-star in-state guard Amir Coffey (6-6) stayed home and will impact the team right away, as will three-star forwards Michael Hurt (6-6) and Eric Curry (6-8).

Outlook

: It can't be worse. Lynch and Coffey should improve the team immediately and possibly move it into postseason territory. If not, Coach Richard Pitino is likely on his way out.

Rutgers (7-25, 1-17)

Rutgers ended a 31-game Big Ten losing streak against Minnesota. Then it fired its coach. That's about it.

Who's gone

: Seniors Bishop Daniels (8.8 ppg), Omari Grier (7.6 ppg) and Greg Lewis (4.0 ppg) leave the program. D.J. Foreman (7.9 ppg, 6.0 rpg) and Justin Goode (2.2 ppg, 1.2 rpg) will transfer. Talented freshman Corey Sanders (15.9 ppg, 4.3 apg) has declared for the NBA draft but not hired an agent.

Who's back

: Deshawn Freeman (13.1 ppg, 5.3 rpg) was suspended after seven games and didn't return to game action. Mike Williams (12.3 ppg) and Jonathan Laurent (8.1 ppg, 5.1 rpg) are back. Sanders might be as well.

Who's new

: Steve Pikiell, formerly of Stony Brook, replaces Eddie Jordan as head coach. Rutgers brings in forward Matt Bullock (6-4) and guard Jahlil Tripp (6-4).

Outlook

: Two words: not good.

NBA Early Entries

Signed with agents: Forward Robert Carter (Maryland), forward Diamond Stone (Maryland), forward Deyonta Davis (Michigan State)

Did not sign with agents: Guard Peter Jok (Iowa), guard Melo Trimble (Maryland), forward Troy Williams (Indiana), center Trevor Thompson (Ohio State), guard Vince Edwards (Purdue), forward Caleb Swanigan (Purdue), guard Corey Sanders (Rutgers), forward Nigel Hayes (Wisconsin)

Scholarship Transfers

Illinois

— Mike LaTulip (red-shirt)

Indiana

— Harrison Niego (0.4 ppg, 4.4 mpg)

Iowa — Andrew Fleming (2.2 ppg); Brandon Hutton (red-shirt)

Michigan

— Spike Albrecht (1.9 ppg); Ricky Doyle (3.8 ppg); Aubrey Dawkins (6.5 ppg)

Michigan State

— Marvin Clark (3.9 ppg); Javon Bess (2.9 ppg)

Minnesota

— Kevin Dorsey (6.8 ppg)

Nebraska

— Jake Hammond (2.2 ppg); Bakari Evelyn (1.3 ppg)

Ohio State

— Daniel Giddens (3.8 ppg); Austin Grandstaff (4.4 ppg); A.J. Harris (2.8 ppg); Mickey Mitchell (2.0 ppg); David Bell (1.1 ppg)

Purdue

— Kendall Stephens (6.1 ppg); Grant Weatherford (red-shirt)

Rutgers

— D.J. Foreman (7.9 ppg, 6.0 rpg); Justin Goode (2.2 ppg)

Wisconsin

— Riley Dearring (0.7 ppg)

All-Big Ten Returnees

(with early NBA Draft entrants without agents)

First team — Nigel Hayes, Wisconsin (media and coaches)

Second team — Peter Jok, Iowa (both); Melo Trimble (both); Malcolm Hill (both)

Third team — Troy Williams, Indiana (both); Thomas Bryant, Indiana (coaches); Bronson Koenig, Wisconsin (coaches); Derrick Walton Jr. (Michigan); Ethan Happ, Wisconsin (media)

2016-17 Way-Too-Early Predictions

Minutes and points reflect early NBA draft entrants without agents returning to school

1. Indiana (61% of minutes; 60% of scoring)

2. Wisconsin (99% of minutes; 99% of scoring)

3. Michigan State (39% of minutes; 29% of scoring)

4. Michigan (79% of minutes 76% of scoring)

5. Purdue (62% of minutes; 60% of scoring)

6. Maryland (44% of minutes; 38% of scoring)

7. Northwestern (86% of minutes; 83% of scoring)

8. Ohio State (77% of minutes; 86% of scoring)

9. Iowa (41% of minutes; 43% of scoring)

10. Penn State (59% of minutes; 57% of scoring)

11. Illinois (87% of minutes; 88% of scoring)

12. Nebraska (67% of minutes; 69% of scoring)

13. Minnesota (69% of minutes; 64% of scoring)

14. Rutgers (46% of minutes; 55% of scoring)

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