The Pac-12 last season sent a conference-record seven teams to the NCAA Tournament only to watch most flame out in the early rounds. This season, the conference hopes for better postseason success.
For now, the Pac-12 appears top heavy. Oregon will open as a Top 10 team, and Arizona and UCLA won't be far behind. From there, several teams will fight to be a factor in the conference race. How I see it playing out:
1. Oregon
The Ducks, who advanced to last season's NCAA Tournament Elite Eight, have the tools to get to this year's Final Four in Glendale.