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Big Ten midseason grades: Top takeaways, red flags and nerd stats for all 18 teams
- Michigan earns an A+ after a dominant start, highlighting its elite transition offense and top defense in the Big Ten.
- Nebraska jumps to 15th in KenPom with an undefeated streak and a versatile, disciplined offense.
- Purdue is noted for the best offense in America, with a strong frontcourt and improved depth in the backcourt.
- Michigan State stands out for elite defense and rebounding, with Tom Izzo's buy-in paying dividends.
- Illinois earns an A- for a top halfcourt offense and versatile scoring from multiple players.
- Indiana is solid but faces interior defense concerns that could affect NCAA at-large hopes.
- UCLA and USC receive midtier grades as key players work to solidify roles and rotations.
- Iowa and Washington receive middle-range marks amid questions about roster consistency and defensive pressure.
- Oregon and Maryland drop with injuries and roster turnover affecting performance and outlook.
- A range of grades from A to F reflect the conference's wide variance in midseason performance.
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