The following is a list – by class – of the top NBA prospects currently playing in college. This is NOT a projection of where they will be drafted, nor is it a projection of how good they may become if they continue their college careers. This is simply a list of how these players rank as NBA prospects right now.

This list will be updated as more about their games becomes evident. Obviously, much will change come tournament time...

Top 10 Freshmen

1. Michael Beasley, PF, 6’9”, Kansas State
With great inside-outside game, he is arguably putting together the best season by any freshman in college basketball history.

2. Derrick Rose, PG, 6’3”, Memphis
His first step alone would get him into the first round and he is steadily growing as a leader.

3. Eric Gordon, SG, 6’4”, Indiana
Relatively small shooting guard is tremendous offensively, yet doesn’t have requisite mind-set to be a point guard at the next level.

4. Jerryd Bayless, PG, 6’3”, Arizona
Three straight 30-point games in February and a terrific three-point shooting percentage illustrates how gifted he is.

5. Blake Griffin, PF, 6’10”, Oklahoma
Knee injury raised some draft concerns, but he appears just as explosive as he was early in the season.

6. O.J. Mayo, PG/SG, 6’5”, USC
Some scouts are down on him and he does need to get to the line more often, but he can be both a shooting guard with point guard skills and a point guard who can score.

7. DeAndre Jordan, C, 7’0”, Texas A&M
Most unproductive of all the heralded freshmen, but his potential is almost limitless.

8. Donte Green, PF, 6’11”, Syracuse
Despite rare perimeter skills, his poor play over the past month has scouts wary.

9. James Harden, SG, 6’4”, Arizona State
Most underrated prospect in class; he has almost all of the skills required for an NBA shooting guard.

10. Bill Walker, SF, 6'6", Kansas State
Talented, strong, and athletic, his consistency is all that’s lacking.

On the Bubble (players listed in alphabetical order):

Kevin Love, C, 6’10”, UCLA
His consistency can’t be ignored, but his passing from the post is overrated and he will struggle against more athletic bigs.

Patrick Patterson, PF, 6’8”, Kentucky
Was certainly impressing scouts before a stress fracture in his ankle put an end to his season.

Anthony Randolph, PF, 6’10”, LSU
Following in the footsteps of Stromile Swift and Tyrus Thomas, Randolph is another long, athletic post player who is flying up draft boards.

Kyle Singler, SF/PF, 6’8”, Duke
He has played out of position for the Blue Devils, but it has answered questions about his toughness (in a good way) and really his overall game.

Next 10 (players listed in alphabetical order):
James Anderson (Oklahoma State)
DeJuan Blair (Pittsburgh)
Nick Calathes (Florida)
Austin Daye (Gonzaga)
Johnny Flynn (Syracuse)
Manny Harris (Michigan)
J.J. Hickson (N.C. State)
Davon Jefferson (USC)
Kosta Koufos (Ohio State)
A.J. Ogilvy (Vanderbilt)

Top 10 Sophomores

1. Brook Lopez, PF/C, 7’0”, Stanford
He has been exceptional since returning to the court after academic woes.

2. Hasheem Thabeet, C, 7’3”, UConn
His size and athletic ability were already impressive, but his improvement over the past year has been remarkable.

3. Chase Budinger, SF, 6’7”, Arizona
Athletic with a smooth stroke, there’s nothing he can’t do offensively.

4. Russell Westbrook, PG/SG, 6'3", UCLA
First it was Jordan Farmar, then it was Darren Collison, and now the dynamic Westbrook is the latest Bruin lead guard scouts have fallen in love with.

5. Darrell Arthur, PF, 6’9”, Kansas
Much-improved from last year, but his poor rebounding is concerning.

6. Ryan Anderson, SF, 6’10”, California
Good size, great shooting ability, and solid low post game are intriguing.

7. D.J. Augustin, PG, 6’0”, Texas
Arguably the premiere point guard in college basketball.

8. Wayne Ellington, SG, 6’4”, North Carolina
Sweet shooting wing has been automatic this season.

9. Gerald Henderson, SG, 6’4”, Duke
Overall game is still developing, but his hang time is world-class.

10. Ty Lawson, PG, 5’11”, North Carolina
Ultra-fast lead guard is scoring better than last year, but he’s not great in half-court sets and the injuries are worrisome.

On the Bubble (players listed in alphabetical order):

Taj Gibson, PF, 6’9”, USC
His inconsistency is problematic, but his solid work on the low blocks is noteworthy.

Raymar Morgan, PF, 6’7”, Michigan State
Size might be an issue, but his talent is undeniable.

Tyler Smith, SF, 6’7”, Tennessee
On-court transition from Iowa to Tennessee has been remarkably smooth and his late-game heroics against Memphis show his heart.

Next 10 (players listed in alphabetical order):
Matt Bouldin (Gonzaga)
Derrick Caracter (Louisville)
Earl Clark (Louisvile)
Sherron Collins (Kansas)
Stephen Curry (Davidson)
Jordan Hill (Arizona)
Robin Lopez (Stanford)
J.P. Prince (Tennessee)
Stanley Robinson (UConn)
Greivis Vasquez (Maryland)

Top 10 Juniors

1. Chris Douglas-Roberts, SG, 6’7”, Memphis
Derrick Rose gets the headlines, but CDR is the force driving the Tigers.

2. Brandon Rush, SG, 6’6”, Kansas
Knee injury may hurt draft status and he is a dominant scoring force, but his game is NBA-ready.

3. Richard Hendrix, PF, 6’9”, Alabama
Unheralded big man is quietly having a great year.

4. Jamont Gordon, SG, 6’4”, Mississippi State
Powerful shooting guard has range, can get to the rim, and passes with flair.

5. Darren Collison, PG, 6’1”, UCLA
Russell Westbrook has stolen some of his luster, but pro scouts haven’t forgotten how good he is.

6. Trent Plaisted, C, 6’11”, BYU
Doesn’t block shots well and doesn’t dominate like he should, but he is excellent in the low post.

7. Terrence Williams, SG/SF, 6’6”, Louisville
Isn’t a great scorer, but he does many things well.

8. Tyler Hansbrough, PF, 6’9”, North Carolina
Has all the accolades, but has struggled against talented post players.

9. A.J. Price, PG, 6’2”, UConn
After a tumultuous start to his college career, Price has finally put it all together.

10. Jeff Pendergraph, PF, 6’9”, Arizona State
Underrated talent, but just doesn’t dominate like he should.

On the Bubble (players listed in alphabetical order):

Joe Alexander, PF, 6’8”, West Virginia
The unheralded force behind WVU’s surprising season, Alexander’s back-to-back 32-point games against Pitt and UConn showed just how good he can be.

Sam Young, SF, 6’6”, Pittsburgh
One of the nation’s most improved players, he is now one of the best players in the Big East.

Next 10 (players listed in alphabetical order):
Mario Chalmers (Kansas)
Alonzo Gee (Alabama)
Josh Heytvelt (Gonzaga)
Dominic James (Marquette)
Shawn James (Duquesne)
Eric Maynor (Virginia Commonwealth)
Luc Richard Mbah a Moute (UCLA)
Tyrese Rice (Boston College)
Josh Shipp (UCLA)
Marreese Speights (Florida)

Top 5 Seniors

1. Roy Hibbert, C, 7’2”, Georgetown
Hasn’t been a dominating force, but he’s become an excellent passer.

2. Shan Foster, SG/SF, 6’6”, Vanderbilt
Best shooter in the country is having a brilliant senior season.

3. Jason Thompson, PF, 6’11”, Rider
Stats and talent are big-time, even if his reputation isn’t.

4. Kyle Weaver, SG, 6’6’, Washington State
WSU’s offense restricts his scoring, but his defensive abilities won’t go unnoticed on draft day.

5. Sean Singletary, PG, 6’0”, Virginia
Pure point guard who can score and distribute.

6. DeVon Hardin, PF/C, 6’11”, California
Scouts have been waiting too long for him to emerge.

7. Aleks Maric, C, 6’11”, Nebraska
Australian big man can really score around the basket.

8. D.J. White, PF, 6’9”, Indiana
Despite solid numbers, he’s been overshadowed by Eric Gordon.

9. James Mays, SF/PF, 6’9”, Clemson
Defense and energy should one day earn him a roster spot.

10. Malik Hairston, SG, 6’6”, Oregon
Finally having the breakout season many have been anticipating since his arrival on campus.

On the Bubble (players listed in alphabetical order):

James Gist, SF/PF, 6’9”, Maryland
High-flying forward is finally having the solid season many Terp fans have been yearning for.

Courtney Lee, SG/SF, 6’5”, Western Kentucky
Doesn’t get any national exposure, but he’s had 20-point games against Michigan, Tennessee, and Gonzaga.

Next 10 (players listed in alphabetical order):
Chris Daniels (Texas A&M-Corpus Christi)
Joey Dorsey (Memphis)
Gary Forbes (UMass)
Marcus Dove (Oklahoma State)
Maarty Leunen (Oregon)
Chris Lofton (Tennessee)
DeMarcus Nelson (Duke)
Richard Roby (Colorado)
Bryce Taylor (Oregon)
Deron Washington (Virginia Tech)