I watch a lot of Iowa basketball, along with Iowa State and of course Drake, and don't really agree with you on Iowa is better this year. Same team minus Aaron White imo, and Aaron White was a damn good player.
Nebraska should be much improved compared to last year. Making the three ball, couple guys are showing flashes of greatness, including 4* freshman Glynn Watson.
Nebraska has four 4* players on the roster now, and will have five next season. Tim Miles is undoubtedly taking this program to another level