March Madness: Top 100 players that will decide the 2018 NCAA Tournament
SR Vladimir Brodziansky – Forward, TCU Horned Frogs
2017-18 stats: 15.1 ppg 5.1 rpg 1.2 apg
A crucial piece in head coach Jamie Dixon’s talent rebuild, he chooses the Horned Frogs over Gonzaga. It’s clear why he was so coveted, as Brodziansky fits the mold of the modern day forward.
After being more of a role player, the senior has looked comfortable as the lead scorer, and in certain games carried TCU to some big conference wins. His consistency has improved greatly, almost always going to be around 15 points in a game. Slightly concerned about his defense against more physical bigs, but the hope with him is that he can exploit them on the other end.
SR Matt Mobley – Guard, Saint Bonaventure Bonnies
2017-18 stats:18.5 ppg 5.0 rpg 2.5 apg
SR Jaylen Barford – Guard, Arkansas Razorbacks
2017-18 stats: 18.0 ppg 4.0 rpg 2.6 apg
The Junior College transfer has made a huge impact on the Hogs, with this year becoming an All-SEC talent. He leads the team in scoring and has had some of his best games against the top teams.
In the two games versus Florida, Barford averaged 27.5 ppg. He also had one of his two double-doubles in a 20 point, 10 rebound game against Auburn. An area where he’s really developed his game has been at the three-point line, where he shoots a robust 43%. Time will tell if he has another quality tournament.