Basketball odds and ends.

• John Gasaway at Basketball Prospectus takes a quick look at the Big Ten contenders, as well as the other conferences.
• This was written before Michigan's game at Purdue, but Maize-n-Brew takes a hard look at the statistical reality of the Wolverine program. He also discusses the serious attrition of the last few months, not unusual for a program with a new coach.
• Armon Bassett likely will not play against Michigan because of bone chips in his ankle. Obviously, this may be an issue for the rest of the season.