1. MSU: Great fan base, much more realistic than IU's. Strong tradition built by Izzo, but his successor will struggle to live up to the tradition of excellence. 2. Indiana: Great tradition, but you will always be in RMK's shadow. Fan base is delusional, but will always be loyal to the team. Great state to recruit in. 3. Illinois: Strong basketball state. Another delusional fanbase with unrealistic expectations. Strong basketball tradition, good practice facilities, and a renovated or new arena is in the works. Biggest challenge is recruiting Chicago. 4. OSU: New arena, good basketball tradition. Fans are more interested in football, and lack passion in my opinion. High population state which has produced NBA talent recently. 5. Purdue: Upgraded facilities are on the way, but will always play second fiddle to IU. 6. Michigan: Has struggled for a long time but is a sleeping giant. Arena sucks, fan base cares more about spring football. 7: Wisconsin: Great facilities. Really no tradition until the last decade. Ryan is a perfect fit here. 8: Iowa: Hampered by lack of instate talent. When they recruit Illinois they are decent. 9: Minnesota: Love the Barn. Fan base gets interested when the team plays well. 10. PSU: meh 11. NU: Coach will always be reminded NU has never made the tourney.