In a deep field of contenders, the future of Canadian basketball will be on display in the 2019 NCAA Tournament. Here are the Top Canadians in this year's NCAA Tournament. MarchMadness
In a deep field of contenders, the future of Canadian basketball will be on display in the 2019 NCAA Tournament with a mix of established, draft-ready stars, role-players and up-and-comers.Just as Leo Rautins, Steve Nash and Rick Fox did before them and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jamal Murray and Andrew Wiggins more recently, players like RJ Barrett, Brandon Clarke and Luguentz Dort have the opportunity to make their names in March Madness before heading to the draft and, ultimately, the NBA.
Though they’ll work together to achieve that goal now, Barrett and Williamson will then battle each other to see who will end up as the top pick in this June’s NBA Draft. After that, look for Barrett to be a member of Team Canada’s entry this summer in the 2019 FIBA World Cup of Basketball in China.16.5 PPG, 8.4 RPG, 1.8 APGClarke and the Bulldogs head into March Madness coming off a stunning upset in the WCC final when the top-ranked Zags were defeated by Saint Mary’s, 60-47.
This will be a pivotal tournament for Brazdeikis and could go a long way in determining his next step. His draft stock has oscilated over the course of the year, projecting as a first-round pick at one point and now thought to be a borderline second-round selection if he were to declare. A big tournament could make Brazdeikis decide to take his chances at the pro level, while the opposite might force him to return to Ann Arbor for his sophomore year.12.9 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 1.
For Alexander-Walker personally, the tournament is a momentous one. All year long, he has projected as close to a lottery pick if he were to declare. If the Hokies are able to go on a run and he helps lead the way, look for Alexander-Walker to push himself into the top-10 pick conversation.ESPN Draft Ranking: #100March Madness is nothing new for him, but this will be Marial Shayok’s first trip to the Big Dance as a member of the Cyclones.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Star-studded Canadians ready to leave mark on March MadnessCanada has 19 active players in this year’s NCAA men’s basketball tournament
Read more »
7 Canadians to watch during NCAA March Madness 2019 - Sportsnet.caYou already know about R.J. Barrett, now here are six other Canadians to watch during MarchMadness. (Via loung_s)
Read more »
2019 NCAA March Madness bracket revealed - Sportsnet.caBREAKING: The bracket for the 2019 March Madness basketball tournament has been revealed.
Read more »
NCAA March Madness Bracket revealed - TSN.caHere is the full bracket for the 2019 NCAA March Madness Tournament.
Read more »
Five Canadians in action Friday as NCAA conference tournaments continue on TSN - TSN.caAs the NCAA men’s basketball conference tournaments continue on Friday ahead of Selection Sunday on St. Patrick’s Day, TSN has five games on the docket that feature players from Canada.
Read more »
No. 22 Auburn downs No. 8 Tennessee for SEC title - TSN.caThe Auburn Tigers are taking home their first Southeastern Conference Tournament championship since 1985 and aren't satisfied. Not with the NCAA Tournament up next.
Read more »
Tigers blow out Volunteers for SEC Title - TSN.caThe Auburn Tigers are taking home their first Southeastern Conference Tournament championship since 1985 and aren't satisfied. Not with the NCAA Tournament up next.
Read more »
NCAA conference tournaments a prelude to the Madness - TSN.caWhile conference NCAA basketball tournaments no longer carry with them the cachet that they once did, they still serve a vital purpose in filling out the field of 64 (well, 68 with the First Four) teams that will compete for a national title and you can watch a number of those games live on TSN.
Read more »
NCAA FA Veronneau closing on NHL decision - TSN.caWith Princeton's season now over, TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie reports forward Max Veronneau is closing on making the leap to the NHL. According to McKenzie, Veronneau received interest from more than 25 NHL clubs and could make his decision as soon as Tuesday after whittling his list down to two or three teams.
Read more »
Maple Leafs looking at NCAA defenceman Joseph Duszak - Sportsnet.caThe Toronto Maple Leafs are scouting free-agent NCAA defenceman Joseph Duszak, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.
Read more »