Michigan State's Zach Randolph is the most talented in the group, but he plays less than 20 minutes a game. Michigan's Bernard Robinson Jr. is averaging as many points as Jeffries, but one of the requirements for the award is that you don't stay out all night before a game. Bell, Illinois' Williams and Penn State's Titus Ivory are solid defensive guards. He allows his teammates to defend more aggressively on the perimeter because they know he's back there to make up for their mistakes. He is averaging 14.9 points and 12 rebounds.
Ivory is a solid two-way player.
Self said Brown's emergence is the main reason for the Buckeyes' turnaround. Bell is trying to regain his early-season form. Griffin has been inconsistent lately. Blanchard deserves teammates who are more dedicated. Material from personal interviews, other beat writers and Detroit News wire services was used in this report.