All articles tagged with #predictive metrics
ESPN's Bill Barnwell predicts the NFL teams most likely to improve their records in the 2023 season using his trusty predictive metrics. In previous years, 24 out of 30 teams he picked to improve actually did, with an average increase of over three wins per season. This year, Barnwell highlights four teams as the top candidates for improvement, excluding the Jets, based on quantitative performance rather than offseason changes.
Missouri Tigers defied predictive metrics and defeated Utah State Aggies 76-65 in the NCAA Tournament. Despite being considered an underdog, Missouri's unique style of play and physicality helped them secure the win. Comparing statistical profiles of mid-major and power conference teams is inherently problematic, and the randomness element of the tournament has nailed many analytics darlings. In other March Madness news, Princeton beat Arizona, Virginia lost to Furman, and Alabama won their first game amidst controversy.