TEMPE -- Arizona State men's basketball has struggled to gain traction over the last several seasons following a triumphant start to the Bobby Hurley era. Coaching legend Randy Bennett is now tasked with expanding on the foundation that Hurley built, and taking the Sun Devils to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since the 2022-23 season. May 7, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils basketball head coach Randy Bennett (center) poses for a photo with athletic director Graham Rossini (left) and school president Dr. Michael Crow during an introductory press conference at the Weatherup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Arizona State already has some favor in its hands by virtue of being a member of the Big 12, but a vote that officially expanded the tournament field to 76 teams further solidified the belief that it will be part of March Madness 10 months down the road. Where Does Arizona State Stand in Projections?…