Open Extended ReactionsThe turning of the calendar used to mark the demarcation between nonconference and conference play. Let's run through the favorites to win each of the five high-major conferences based on ESPN's BPI projections -- and their biggest threats. Prior to Wednesday's overtime win over Providence, UConn had barely been tested in conference play, winning its first four games by an average of 19.0 points. With all that said, BPI gives them only a 67.5% chance to win the Big Ten regular-season title -- with Purdue their biggest competition. Michigan dominated nonconference play and remains one of six unbeaten teams in Division I men's college basketball.