College basketball insider Andy Katz has named his Top 10 guards for the upcoming season, and two of the spots go to Big 12 players: Kansas State’s P.J. Haggerty checks in at No. 2 while Houston’s Milos Uzan comes in at No. 9.
Haggerty arrives at Kansas State after transfering from Memphis where he posted strong numbers and showed scoring versatility. At 6‑3 and with a polished jumper and shot‑creation ability, he gives the Wildcats a backcourt cornerstone who can take over late in games. His ranking at No. 2 positions him behind only one other guard nationally (Purdue’s Braden Smith) in Katz’s estimation, suggesting Haggerty is expected to lead his team into elite contention this season.
Uzan, coming off a breakout junior campaign with Houston, averaged 11.4 points, 4.3 assists and 3.1 rebounds while shooting 42.8 percent from three. His smart decision‑making and ability to run the floor make him a modern point guard who can steer the Cougars through a high‑stakes Big 12 schedule. His No. 9 ranking confirms his place among the nation’s best at the position and reflects how Houston’s rise in league power is now being viewed.
For the Big 12, having two guards ranked inside the Top 10 highlights how the league’s strength is not just in frontcourt size and athleticism but in back‑court playmakers who can handle pressure and change outcomes late. As conference games begin, the performances of Haggerty and Uzan will be watched closely, not just for individual accolades but for how their teams navigate both the internal Big 12 gauntlet and national expectations.
The recognition from Katz reinforces the Big 12’s reputation as the premier conference in college basketball. With Haggerty and Uzan both earning national attention before the season tips off, the league enters the year not just with depth, but with star power at the top. Expect both players to be at the center of the conference race and a fixture in highlight reels from November through March.
