Boys' basketball: Top 10 metro teams

1. Hopkins

Defending 4A champs stay here until -- if? -- knocked off.

2. Osseo

Experience, power and playing with a purpose after third-place finish.

3. Eastview

Joey King is the real deal, and he's got friends.

4. Apple Valley

Tyus Jones gets the headlines, but the Eagles have lots of young talent.

5. Benilde-St. Margaret's (3A)

Best team in 3A is hungry after falling short of state last year.

6. Cretin-

Derham Hall

The Raiders will benefit from the return of Taylor Montero after the holidays.

7. Eden Prairie

Only one varsity player back from 4A runner-up team, but JV went 24-2.

8. Tartan

The Titans are looking for their 15th 20-win season in a row.

9. Lakeville North

The team will hurt for size until Tyler Flack returns from a broken wrist.

10. Minneapolis Washburn (3A)

Lots of experience back for a Millers team that won nine of final 10 games last season.