# Top 10 College Basketball Players of the Decade IGNITE Debate: Only ONE Freshman On the List?!

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Podcast: [Locked On College Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-college-basketball-816318)
Published: 2026-06-19T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

College basketball’s last decade has been dominated by elite talent—but which players truly defined the era? Andy Patton and Isaac Schade count down the top 10 NCAA men’s hoops stars since 2016-17, spotlighting legends like Zach Edey, Luka Garza, Jalen Brunson, and dynamic one-and-done standout Zion Williamson. Who earns the #1 spot, and what set these stars apart on the national stage? The debate heats up as the hosts weigh the merits of sustained excellence versus single-season impact, including key moments like Kyle Guy’s clutch free throws for Virginia and Cassius Winston’s leadership at Michigan State. Expect deep dives on Oscar Tshiebwe’s rebounding dominance at Kentucky, Janai Broome’s trailblazing transfer from Morehead State to Auburn, and the emergence of Purdue’s Braden Smith as the NCAA’s all-time assist leader. Who got snubbed, and which program produced the most top-tier talent? Tune in for the definitive college basketball player ranking of the past decade.

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