Record: 25-6, 14-4 Big Ten
Player to watch: Big Ten Player of the Year Caleb Swanigan is a double-double machine with 25 overall, including three with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds and one with 32 points and 20 rebounds.
Why it could win the tournament: The Boilermakers have been the most consistent team in the league, and have the most balance between a strong inside game and good perimeter shooting.
Why it won't win the tournament: For all his improvement, Swanigan is turnover prone (3.3 per game) and gets into foul trouble when frustrated by double teams. That's a formula for upsetting a top seed. (Michael Conroy / AP)
Click on the photos above for a breakdown of each team heading into Wednesday's Big Ten men's basketball tournament.