Kansas State is projected to win the Big 12 women's basketball conference, with Ayoka Lee named Preseason Player of the Year. In men's basketball, Kansas is ranked at the top of the Big 12 preseason rankings, with newcomer Hunter Dickinson anticipated as Player of the Year, and T.J. Otzelberger of Iowa State receiving Coach of the Year honors. Iowa State's Tamin Lipsey is highlighted as the Preseason Defensive Player of the Year, demonstrating the Cyclones' strong presence. Alabama is predicted to win the SEC, continuing their momentum from a historic Final Four appearance last season. RJ Davis from North Carolina is expected to be the ACC Player of the Year, marking the first back-to-back win for a guard since JJ Redick. Duke's Cooper Flagg, a top recruit, is anticipated to make a significant impact as the ACC Newcomer of the Year.