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Power Five teams identify breakout players for upcoming basketball season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 2:37 AM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Power Five teams identify breakout players for upcoming basketball season
Summary

Basket Under Review has highlighted potential breakout players from each Power Five college basketball program ahead of the upcoming season. The selections, made after detailed research, include Luke Hunger from Boston College, Jake Wilkins from California, and Dylan Faulkner from Clemson, among others. Each player has shown promise during the offseason, with some transitioning from lesser-known programs to the Power Five. Coaches believe these athletes can significantly impact their teams' performances this year, setting high expectations for their development.

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  • •Luke Hunger aims for more starts at Boston College
  • •Dylan Faulkner transitions from Samford to Clemson
  • •Jake Wilkins showcases talent during Cal's summer workouts
  • •Adrian Wooley a key player for Louisville this season
  • •Ant Robinson seeks redemption at Florida State after a down year
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  • 2:37 AMYahoo Sports — One breakout or under the radar player at every Power Five college basketball program
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College basketball roster-building discussions are dominated by how well each program is equipped to compete relative to the top of its conference. What staffs around the country will say, though, is that finances aren’t the only thing that matters. They…

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