PG - Derrick Rose - a real tough call, as Collinson and Lawson are both fantastic
, but to me Derrick Rose presents a match up problem unlike any other in the Final Four. His blend of strength and quickness makes him a mismatch on any of the smaller PG's left in the tourney.SG - Russel Westbrook - another tough choice, picking him over Chalmers of KU and Douglass-Roberts. Westbrook's ability to dictate the game from a defensive standpoint will be key to slowing the Tigers fantastic backcourt.
SF - Brandon Rush - Kansas's fate swings on whether or not Rush is able to show up on the big stage. He has been here and there in the NCAA tournament. He needs to be ALL there for KU to hang with the Tar heel's explosive offensive attack.
PF - Tyler Hansbrough - Is there any doubt? Yes, Kevin Love has been fantastic (you can cheat and call him a center if you want...) but Tyler Hansbrough has been consistently dominant. Those who question his athleticism, check out the put back dunk against Louisville in the closing minutes.
C - Sasha Kaun - The underrated big man provides a David Padgett-like stabilizing effect on the Jayhawks. His ability to stay on the floor and out of foul trouble is vital for the Jayhawks to beat UNC.
Coach - Roy Williams - All three are fantastic coaches, but only Williams can rely back on the experience of cutting down the nets. Howland will get his third consecutive crack at it, and Calipari heads to the Final Four for the first time without Marcus Camby on the payroll. Bill Self will be playing with house money, having the BCTNFF monkey off his back.
