2005-06 averages: 12.3 points, 9.2 rebounds, 3.1 blocks

As a redshirt freshman in 2005-06, Thomas went from being a complete unknown in November to one of the nation's most feared defensive players in March. A 6-foot-9 power forward with bionic legs, Thomas blocked five shots and pulled down 13 rebounds in the Tigers' big Sweet Sixteen win over Duke. He had 21 points and 13 rebounds against Texas to send LSU to the Final Four -- and then turned pro after the season, becoming the No. 3 pick in the NBA draft.