In seventh place, Derik Queen of Maryland has been impressive with strong scoring and rebounding, highlighted by a standout performance of 29 points against Rutgers.

Kasparas Jakucionis of Illinois ranks sixth, facing challenges in recent games but had previously shown strong potential earlier in the season.

Cooper Flagg of Duke is the frontrunner for the Wayman Tisdale National Freshman of the Year Award, leading the rankings with impressive statistics of 19.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game.

His performance has drawn comparisons to past stars like Zion Williamson and Kevin Durant, solidifying his status as the clear favorite for the award.

In third place, Tre Johnson of Texas is leading in scoring among freshmen, showcasing an exciting playing style with several high-scoring games.

VJ Edgecombe of Baylor ranks second, demonstrating potential through strong performances, although he needs to maintain consistency as he builds confidence.

The rankings also feature Rutgers' duo of Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey, who are tied for fourth and fifth, both averaging around 18.5 points per game despite facing injuries and team challenges.

Liam McNeeley of Connecticut is eighth, making a notable return from injury with impressive performances, including a remarkable 38-point game against Creighton.

Asa Newell of Georgia is ranked tenth, averaging 15.3 points per game but struggling as the team has lost eight of their last ten games.

Tahaad Pettiford of Auburn ranks ninth, averaging 11.6 points per game and making an impact as a sixth man despite limited minutes.

It's worth noting that team success is not a prerequisite for winning the Freshman of the Year award, as evidenced by past winners like Trae Young and Ben Simmons.

This article ranks the top ten freshman candidates for the award, highlighting their statistics and recent performances.