The hype is real for Northwestern basketball. Returning the top five scorers from a Round of 32 team and adding multiple talented pieces, the Wildcats are in the preseason Top 20 of the AP Poll, the Coaches Poll, and KenPom. After last season broke down the barrier, what would you consider a successful encore?
Will Ragatz: Finish in the Big Ten’s top four
Obviously, returning to the NCAA Tournament is the most obvious goal for this season, and one that can’t be taken for granted. But for this team, it’s not the only goal.