Even in a world in which transfers are a bigger part of college programs’ recruiting strategies than ever before, roster continuity remains one of the biggest predictors of which teams will win big. Developing talent from within remains a huge reason for top programs’ success: Look no further than last season’s UConn Huskies with internal year-over-year growth from Donovan Clingan, Alex Karaban and Tristen Newton. But which players seem primed to be this season’s breakout stars? Here’s a look at 10 names you’ll want to circle heading into the 2024–25 season.
Editor’s note: To be considered a breakout candidate, a player needed to average fewer than 10 points per game in 2023–24 and return to the same school for this season.
