Heading into the 2010-2011 season, the Big Ten is arguably the top conference in college basketball.

Michigan State, Purdue and Illinois could potentially wind up ranked in the top 10 before  the end of the year. Ohio State, Wisconsin and Minnesota may not be far behind either.

It is evident the bottom half of the league will not be strong, but Northwestern will be solid and look for Indiana to be improved.

Michigan State (Prediction - First)

Adreian Payne and Keith Appling will help fill two needs for the Spartans. Payne will provide some needed size down low and Appling with provide some depth at the guard p...

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