Every college basketball season has its cast of characters. Some will get a lot more coverage than others, based on some combination of skill, looks and personality. Here are some of your expected pageant winners for 2007-08.

Kevin Love, UCLA: He’s a 7-foot tall freshman, related to both Brian Wilson and Mike Love of the Beach Boys, and already dropping 20 and 10 on opponents.

Drew Neitzel, Michigan State: A star Big Ten senior and Wooden Award candidate; 13-for-26 from beyond the arc to start the season.

Eric Gordon, Indiana: Top frosh stud leads all Division 1 scorers at 27 points per game. Should continue to shine in non-cupcake action.

Tyler Hansbrough, North Carolina: The Heels are likely to battle UCLA all year for top spot in the rankings, and Hansbrough is their poster child.

Mike Krzyzewski, Duke: Coach K’s Devils looked very good winning the Maui Invitational. He’ll get most of the face time with this unheralded bunch.