You would’ve witnessed the Week 5 College Basketball Rankings. Purdue slipped. Michigan went up. Everyone is arguing over who should be ranked No. 1, but only a few are talking about the hidden gems. They’re doing the heavy lifting, carrying their teams. They shoot well. Keep their opponents locked up. They do the little things that matter for winning. These stars who aren’t getting enough credit will show they are the difference-makers when conference play begins.

Men’s College Basketball Rankings – Underrated stars

Derek Dixon

Derek Dixon, a 6-foot-5 freshman guard for the North Carolina Tar Heels, is an apt example of an underappreciated player. The shooting guard was key in the team’s recent wins. He hit the game-winning shot against the Kentucky Wildcats and had a tidy game against

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