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The Teams, Narratives and Surprises That Defined Men’s College Hoops’ First Month

Related Topics: Pete Nance, Kevin Sweeney

With four weeks in the books, we discuss who looks overrated, underrated and more.

We’re one month into the men’s college basketball season, and plenty has already evolved since preseason expectations. We’ve seen a changing of the guard at No. 1, we’ve seen upsets and buzzer beaters and we’ve seen disastrous starts for proud programs. Three of Sports Illustrated’s college basketball writers joined up virtually to discuss the sport’s top story lines and what stood out to them.

What’s surprised you the most through the first month?

Kevin Sweeney: North Carolina going from No.