Postcard from Riga: Wrapping up the FIBA U19 championships

Meyers Leonard, Illinois (16.3 mpg, 6.9 ppg, 5.2 rpg): Apparently he struggled early in the tournament, but while I was present -- and especially in the U.S.' final three games -- he was the best big man on the floor, hustling for blocks, rebounds and buckets in transition. If he can bring that energy to Illinois for 20-plus minutes a game next season, he'll be one of the breakout players in the Big Ten.

Luke Winn