Taking Stock of the Men’s College Basketball All-American Race

Men’s college basketball’s nonconference slate is almost entirely behind us, with leagues pivoting to the heart of conference play after the sport’s brief pause around Christmas. From the loaded Maui Invitational to huge December matchups on neutral floors, the season has already produced tons of high-profile showdowns, allowing new stars to emerge. While it’s early to be speculating about the sport’s awards season, the pivot from nonconference to league play is a good opportunity to take stock of the All-American race. If the season ended today, here’s how Sports Illustrated’s ballot would look:

First Team:

RJ Davis, North Carolina