Andy Katz | NCAA.com | November 1, 2024 Andy Katz’s 2024-25 men’s basketball conference champion predictions Andy Katz reacts to new changes from Men's College Basketball Selection Committee Share NCAA reporter Andy Katz has revealed his predicted conference champions, spotlighting a season full of fresh faces and shifting power. Defending national champion UConn is aiming for a repeat in the Big East, while Purdue hopes to end the Big Ten’s 25-year title drought in a newly expanded conference. Kansas looks to reclaim its tournament dominance in the Big 12 with star transfer Hunter Dickinson, and perennial contender Gonzaga remains hungry for its first national title. With coaching shakeups and standout players like Duke’s Cooper Flagg on the rise, Katz’s list highlights the teams to watch as they chase conference glory. Atlantic Sun: Lipscomb WATCH: Exclusive interviews & latest analysis Andy Katz is an NCAA.com correspondent. Katz worked at ESPN for 18 years as a college basketball reporter, host and anchor. He's covered every Final Four since 1992, and the sport since 1986 as a freshman at Wisconsin. He is a former president of the United States Basketball Writers Association. Katz can also be seen covering college basketball on Big Ten Network during the regular season. Follow him on Twitter at @theandykatz. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the NCAA or its member institutions. The Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, a history The Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic officially signals the opening of the DII men's basketball season. Here's what you need to know.