March lives on in fame (and infamy) for the heroes it creates. The underdogs it uplifts to incredible moments of glory. But every year, this month of men’s college basketball also presents an opportunity for some premier players to stamp their name into all-time lore. For as much as we preach teamwork and dedication, especially in the context of a college game, no one has as much influence in basketball as a true superstar. With only 10 players on the court at any given moment, they can hold all the power in the world if they want to.
Here’s a primer on the players and names that will likely be used quite often in your household over the next month and perhaps even years.