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March Madness: Top 100 players in the 2019 NCAA Tournament

By Tristan Freeman

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 09: Grant Williams #2 of the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half of the game against the Gonzaga Bulldogs at Talking Stick Resort Arena on December 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 09: Grant Williams #2 of the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half of the game against the Gonzaga Bulldogs at Talking Stick Resort Arena on December 9, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – NOVEMBER 06: Devon Dotson #11 of the Kansas Jayhawks dribbles the ball against the Michigan State Spartans during the State Farm Champions Classic at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on November 6, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – NOVEMBER 06: Devon Dotson #11 of the Kansas Jayhawks dribbles the ball against the Michigan State Spartans during the State Farm Champions Classic at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on November 6, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

90. Luguentz Dort – Arizona State

2018-19 stats: 16.1 ppg 4.3 rpg 2.3 apg

Few players started out as hot as Dort this season, with three games of 25+ points in a game. His season-high was 33 points to beat Utah State in what turned out to be a crucial game for their resume. He hit a freshman wall later in the year and doesn’t have good shooting percentages but the Sun Devils rely on Dort heavily to win.

89. Zach Norvell – Gonzaga

2018-19 stats: 15.3 ppg 4.2 rpg 3.0 apg

One of the streakiest shooters in the country, Norvell has been more consistent with his production by slashing to the lane more often. His 25 second-half points at Creighton shows his ability to heat up at any time, while being an improved passer and defender in his redshirt sophomore season. Coming off a 1-11 shooting night in the WCC title game, look for Norvell to come out blazing.

88. Vasa Pusica – Northeastern

2018-19 stats: 17.8 ppg 3.9 rpg 4.2 apg

The San Diego transfer has transferred to an All-CAA player in the last two years, leading the Huskies in points and assists. He had 21 points in the CAA title game over Hofstra and has great shooting numbers across the board. It is concerning that his worst two games came against Virginia Tech and Davidson the top teams Pucsica faced.

87. Devon Dotson – Kansas

2018-19 stats: 12.1 ppg 3.6 rpg 3.6 apg

After fellow transfer Quentin Grimes had the huge game in the Champions Classic, it’s been Dotson who’s been the best perimeter player on the Jayhawks. He’s a steady passer but has been growing as a scorer in the last few games, averaging 15.5 ppg in his last four. With no Lagerald Vick on the roster, the freshman will have to take more of the load.

86. Ahmad Caver – Old Dominion

2018-19 stats: 16.5 ppg 4.3 rpg 5.6 apg

After losing a key teammate to the transfer market, the senior guard took on more responsibilities to lead Old Dominion to both the regular season and conference titles. The 6’2 guard will be a handful for any opponent, capable of getting double-digit rebounds or assists in any game, while putting up nearly 20 a night. Caver also is the lead defender on a top-10 scoring defense, so scoring on him won’t be an easy ask either.

85. Chuma Okeke – Auburn

2018-19 stats: 11.7 ppg 6.8 rpg 1.9 apg

Despite both Austin Wiley and Danjel Purifoy back for the team, it’s Okeke who’s the top frontline option for Auburn, as well as the best NBA Draft prospect. He’s capable of having big games as well, including averaging 20 ppg in both wins over Tennessee this season. The 6’8 elite athlete is a mismatch problem for most teams and is the key big man for the Tigers.

84. Cody Martin – Nevada

2018-19 stats: 11.7 ppg 4.5 rpg 5.1 apg

Although his scoring and rebounding took a dip with the transfer newcomers arriving, Cody is the lead facilitator for the explosive Wolf Pack. He started the season out with three straight games of 10+ assists but didn’t reach that number again. However, his scoring has come up lately, including a season-high 23 to beat UNLV.

83. Sam Hauser – Marquette

2018-19 stats: 14.9 ppg 7.1 rpg 2.5 apg

A needed second player has emerged for the Golden Eagles this season in the junior, leading them in rebounding and having 15 games of 18+ points. The 6’8 forward can also stretch the floor with a 40% three-point shot while also being a solid passer. Sam’s brother Joey also contributes well for Marquette but it’s big brother who’ll decide these upcoming games.

82. Lindell Wigginton – Iowa State

2018-19 stats: 13.4 ppg 4.1 rpg 2.2 apg

An injury at the beginning of the season combined with the unforeseen quality play from the freshmen guards planted Wigginton on the bench once he returned. But the sophomore has become arguably the best sixth-man in the country. It works well for both sides, as the Cyclones can have a “true” point guard on the court while Wigginton can focus on his strong suit – scoring.

81. Quinton Rose – Temple

2018-19 stats: 16.5 ppg 3.8 rpg 2.5 apg

A high volume shooter, Rose doesn’t have the best percentages. But he may be the heart and soul of an Owls team that was on the bubble all season. Rose did come through when it mattered though, including 22 points in a defining win against Houston and 20 versus UConn in a needed win.

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