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College Basketball Predictions 2011: Which Incoming Freshman Will Be 1 and Done?

Brian ShannonMay 16, 2011

The 2010-11 college basketball season turned out to be as unpredictable as ever, so it is now time to see what the future might have in store.

Kentucky leads the recruiting charge once again this year with four of the country's top recruits heading to Lexington to play for John Calipari (future wins to be vacated still to be determined).

North Carolina is also stockpiling the elite talent in Chapel Hill as they also have a few of the top youngsters heading to their campus this season.

The biggest question facing all of these super-freshman is, how long will they stay?

Here is a look at the country's top newcomers and their one and done potential.

Austin Rivers, SG, Duke

1 of 15

Austin Rivers, the son of Celtics coach Doc Rivers, is taking his talents to Duke to play for Coach K this fall.

Rivers is arguably the top scorer entering the college ranks this year, with the ability to knock down shots from well beyond the arc, as well an excellent mid-range game.

Rivers also flashes the ability to drive to the basket, but his long-range shooting is his calling card.

The former Florida commit should find plenty of opportunities to score at Duke since he will be the most talented guard on the team's roster the moment he steps on campus.

Rivers will most likely be the Blue Devils No. 1 scoring option with the game on the line this season and he has a great shot at being the top freshman in the country this year.

One and done? Yes

Mike Gilchrist, SF, Kentucky

2 of 15

Gilchrist is considered by most recruiting analysts to be one of the top three players entering college this year.

The 6'7" small forward is a dominating player who takes pride in his rebounding and defense, in addition to his scoring.

Gilchrist will need to improve his shooting, particularly from beyond the arc, but he has great athletic ability that should help him get to the rim often. 

Kentucky has become a one and done factory since the arrival of Calipari and I would expect that to continue with some of his players this season.

One and done? Yes

Tony Wroten, PG, Washington

3 of 15

Wroten is the top player in the state of Washington entering the college ranks this year and he will be playing for his hometown Huskies.

Wroten can get to the basket nearly at will with his strength and penetrating ability, and once he is there he is a solid finisher.

The 6'4" Seattle native can also distribute the basketball, and he has an excellent feel for the game that allows him to keep all of his teammates involved.

Wroten should be a great fit for Lorenzo Romar's up-tempo style of play and a welcome addition to a UW backcourt that should be the team's strength.

One and done? No

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Bradley Beal, SG, Florida

4 of 15

Beal is headed to Florida to play for Billy Donovan, where he will join a talented backcourt that already features Kenny Boynton and Erving Walker.

Beal's strength is his ability to shoot from long-range and he should be an immediate boost to a team that struggled to score at times last season.

The 6'4" guard can also handle the ball at times if needed, and he will be a terrific fit in Donovan's up-tempo style of play.

One and done? No

LeBryan Nash, SF, Oklahoma State

5 of 15

Nash is an absolute beast with one of the most NBA-ready bodies entering college this season.

At 6'7", Nash flashes the ability to shoot from long-range, while also possessing the skill to take the ball to the rim at will.

Nash is also a terrific rebounder and he should be an immediate star in Stillwater.

The biggest potential issue with Nash is some maturity issues that may hold him back from reaching his full potential for the Cowboys.

One and done? Yes

Marquis Teague, PG, Kentucky

6 of 15

Teague is the latest elite point guard to lend his services to John Calipari, but don't put him in the same class as Derrick Rose, or even John Wall just yet.

Teague is best-known for his ability to break defenders down one-on-one, and he should get the chance to do so with Brandon Knight moving onto the NBA after just one season with the Wildcats.

Expect Teague to have a strong rookie season at Kentucky and follow in Knight's footsteps.

One and done? Yes

Cody Zeller, PF, Indiana

7 of 15

Zeller decided to stay in state and play for the Hoosiers this season as Tom Crean looks to rebuild Indiana's program.

Zeller is one of the most skilled big guys entering the college ranks this season as he is an outstanding rebounder with terrific post moves.

The 6'11" Zeller has great basketball instincts which should be a big help to the Hoosiers, and once he has a few seasons to get bigger and stronger, he should be NBA-ready.

One and done? No

Josiah Turner, PG, Arizona

8 of 15

Turner has the ability to potentially fill some of the scoring void left by Wildcats star Derrick Williams, who will be playing in the NBA next season.

The California native is not only a solid scorer, but he is also a talented passer and he should be able to get the ball to his teammates for buckets on a consistent basis.

Turner needs to improve his jump shot, especially from deep, and if he does, he will have a shot at being one of the top point guards in the country.

One and done? No

Anthony Davis, PF, Kentucky

9 of 15

Davis is our third and final Wildcat to crack the list, and he might be the best of the bunch.

The McDonald's All-American averaged 32 points and 22 rebounds per game during his senior season in Chicago last year.

The 6'10" Davis should make a huge impact on the college basketball scene this season with his elite shot blocking, as well as his dominant scoring and very good rebounding.

Davis can do it all and he should be the latest Wildcat to leave the Calipari's one and done factory.

One and done? Yes

James McAdoo, PF, North Carolina

10 of 15

McAdoo is a very skilled power forward with the ability to finish strong around the basket.

The 6'8" Virginia native gives outstanding effort while he is on the court and that is reflected in his rebounding output.

McAdoo should make a solid impact for the Tar Heels this season as he joins a loaded UNC roster that will be looking to get back to the title game once again in 2012.

I'm not sure McAdoo will have enough opportunity on North Carolina's squad to leave after his freshman season.

One and done? No

Quincy Miller, PF, Baylor

11 of 15

Miller will join a talented, but underachieving roster at Baylor this season as the Bears look to make some noise in the Big XII this year.

At 6'10" Miller will team with another highly-skilled big man, Perry Jones, to form one of the country's top tandems.

Miller is a good shooter all the way out to the perimeter and he can handle the ball when necessary, but he will need to spend more time around the basket if he is to realize his full potential at Baylor.

One and done? Yes

Adonis Thomas, SF, Memphis

12 of 15

Thomas is an all around solid player who may not wow you with any facet of his game, but he has the ability to influence games with his intelligence and athleticism.

The 6'6" small forward does a great job in the post with both his rebounding, and his moves down low.

Thomas should be an immediate contributor for the Tigers, with the potential to become a top NBA prospect down the road.

One and done? No

Myck Kabongo, PG, Texas

13 of 15

Kabongo has the skills to be one of the nation's top point guards this season as he heads to Austin to play for Rick Barnes.

The native Canadian is an elite athlete who can shoot the ball out to the three-point line and dish assists to his teammates.

Kabongo is a very intelligent player who typically limits his turnovers and is an extension of his coach on the court.

Kabongo should have a chance to shine in the Longhorns backcourt with another talented player, J'Covan Brown.

One and done? No

Khem Birch, C, Pittsburgh

14 of 15

Birch is another native Canadian who should leave his mark on the college basketball landscape this season.

The 6'9" Birch will need to add some bulk at Pitt as he currently weighs just 210 lbs, but once he gets stronger he should be a force down low.

Birch is already a very good shot blocker and rebounder, and he has the ability to be one of the game's top big men for the Panthers.

One and done? Yes

P.J. Hairston, SG, North Carolina

15 of 15

Hairston will join McAdoo at UNC this season as yet another impact piece on the Tar Heels talented roster.

Hairston should see a good amount of playing time for the Tar Heels this season as he slides into the lineup next to Kendall Marshall in Roy Williams' back-court.

The 6'5" shooting guard can shoot it from deep and he should be another major scoring threat on the perimeter to compliment Harrison Barnes.

One and done? No

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