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SI Projects NCAA Top 16 Seeds Ahead of Selection Sunday as Injuries Loom

Sports Illustrated projects the NCAA men’s basketball top 16 seeds for Selection Sunday, with Michigan, Duke and Arizona leading the pack; UConn remains in contention for the final No. 1 seed after a loss, while Houston and Iowa State also factor in. The piece notes potential shuffles if Gonzaga’s Braden Huff and Texas Tech’s JT Toppin miss time, and lists Arkansas, St. John’s, Louisville and Tennessee as near-misses in the discussion ahead of the reveal.

via Sports Illustrated|

#injuries #march-madness #ncaa-basketball

sports24 days ago•6 min saved

Arizona, Duke Lead February 2026 Bracket Projection as ACC/Big Ten Dominate

Arizona, Duke, Michigan, and UConn anchor the top seeds in a Feb. 3, 2026 bracket projection; ACC, Big Ten and SEC each hover around 10 at-large bids while the Big 12 has seven. The four-region setup is mapped to sites in San Jose, Washington DC, Philadelphia and Oklahoma City, with California, Miami (FL), Texas and Virginia Tech as the Last Four In and Ohio State, Missouri, Seton Hall, Santa Clara, San Diego State and George Mason as the First Six Out.

via Inside the Hall|

#bracketology #college-basketball #ncaa-tournament

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Arizona Leads Early Bracket Watch as Bubble Drama Builds

Sports Illustrated kicks off Bracket Watch with the season’s first projected NCAA Tournament field, spotlighting Last Four In/Out and First Four Out dynamics, ACC shakeups, and mid-major case studies (New Mexico, George Mason) while laying out a region-by-region outlook that has Arizona as the No. 1 overall seed and flags looming tests for top teams like Duke, UCLA, Houston and others as Selection Sunday approaches.

via Sports Illustrated|

#bracketology #bubble-watch #college-basketball

sports1 year ago•5 min saved

College Football Playoff: Prioritizing Game Outcomes Over Hypotheticals

The article argues that the College Football Playoff selections should be based on actual game results rather than hypothetical matchups or preseason expectations. It criticizes the tendency to favor teams with more perceived prestige or tougher schedules, like those from the SEC, over undefeated teams like Indiana, which has performed well against its schedule. The author emphasizes that the regular season should be meaningful, and teams should be judged on their on-field achievements rather than hypothetical betting lines or past reputations.

via NBC Sports|

#college-football-playoff #indiana-hoosiers #sec

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

"2024 NCAA Women's Tournament: Favorites, Tips, and Preview"

The NCAA Women's Tournament bracket has been set after Selection Sunday, with South Carolina securing the No.1 overall seed. Other top seeds include Iowa, USC, and Texas. Fans are encouraged to fill out their brackets and join bracket pools to enjoy the March Madness action, with complete coverage available on CBS Sports.

via CBS Sports|

#march-madness #ncaa-womens-tournament #no-1-seeds

sports1 year ago•5 min saved

"NCAA Tournament 2024: UVA and Colorado State Set for First Four Showdown"

Virginia basketball, known for both triumphs and heartbreaks in the NCAA Tournament, is now celebrating just making the field of 68 after defying low odds and securing a spot. With low expectations and a sense of playing with "house money," the team is poised to embrace the opportunity and attempt to prove their worth in the upcoming games.

via Streaking The Lawn|

#cinderella #ncaa-tournament #selection-sunday

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

"Boise State's March Madness Journey: From Seed Reaction to First Four Showdown"

Boise State's men's basketball team had a gut-wrenching reaction to being placed in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament as a No. 10 seed, despite a 22-10 season and a 39th ranking in KenPom. The team, along with fans and media, expressed surprise and disappointment at the seeding decisions, with audible gasps and shock when their placement was revealed on Selection Sunday.

via Outkick|

#boise-state #college-basketball #first-four

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

"Selection Sunday Snubs: Indiana State and 3 20-Win Big East Teams Miss Out on March Madness"

Indiana State, along with three 20-win Big East teams, were snubbed by the NCAA selection committee on Selection Sunday, with Oklahoma, Seton Hall, Indiana State, and Pittsburgh being the first four teams left out. Despite their impressive records and performances, these teams were left out of the 68-team field, sparking disappointment and frustration among coaches and players. The Big East expressed disappointment at the snubs and vowed to work closely with its schools to ensure better representation in future tournaments.

via The Associated Press|

#big-east #indiana-state #ncaa-tournament

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

CU Buffs Set to Face Boise State in Big Dance's First Four

Despite a late-season surge, the Colorado Buffaloes secured a No. 10 seed in the NCAA Tournament and will face Boise State in the "First Four" play-in game. The Buffs, led by head coach Tad Boyle, are aiming to advance past the second round for the first time in program history. The matchup presents an extra challenge, but the team is excited and ready to compete.

via BuffZone|

#basketball #cu-buffs #first-four

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

"March Madness Rejection: St. John's and Other NCAA Tournament Snubs"

St. John’s University failed to make the NCAA Tournament despite a strong NET ranking, ultimately paying the price for a midseason slump. The disappointment was palpable for the team and its fans, especially after a late-season surge had raised hopes. Coach Rick Pitino expressed his concern for the departing seniors and the missed opportunity. The team declined the NIT and will now focus on the transfer portal to fill seven spots, while the NCAA Tournament proceeds without them.

via New York Post |

#march-madness #ncaa-tournament #rick-pitino

sports1 year ago•11 min saved

"March Madness Selection Sunday: Winners and Losers Revealed as Big East Misses Out"

Selection Sunday for the NCAA tournament saw surprises and disappointments as teams like NC State, Oregon, and UAB won conference tournaments to secure bids, shrinking the bubble for other teams. Winners included the Mountain West, Gonzaga, Columbia, Texas, and unexpected conference champions, while losers included Iowa, the Big East, fans in Alabama, Iowa State, Trev Alberts, and Indiana State.

via Yahoo Sports|

#big-east #gonzaga #iowa

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

"2024 NCAA Tournament Seeds and Brackets Revealed for March Madness"

The 2024 NCAA Tournament is set to begin, and CBS Sports offers a printable bracket for fans to fill out. With extensive coverage, including previews, picks, and analysis, the tournament promises to be better with friends as fans can join bracket pools and compete against the public. Live coverage of all 67 games will be provided by CBS Sports and TNT Sports, with the First Four games starting on Tuesday night. Fans can visit SportsLine to get help with their bracket predictions and see which teams are favored to make a deep run in the tournament.

via CBS Sports|

#bracket #cbs-sports #march-madness

sports1 year ago•24 min saved

"2024 March Madness: Selection Sunday Reveals Men's Tournament Seeds and Brackets"

The 68-team field for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament was announced on Selection Sunday, with UConn as the No. 1 overall seed. The tournament features top seeds Houston, Purdue, and North Carolina. The article provides predictions for each region, updates on the NIT tournament, and highlights teams declining NIT invitations. Additionally, it covers the health issue of CBS host Greg Gumbel, bracket winners and losers, and the likelihood of teams ending Final Four droughts. The article also includes the First Four matchups, bracket details for each region, and notable snubs from the tournament.

via USA TODAY|

#march-madness #mens-college-basketball #ncaa-tournament

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

"March Madness 2024: Top Seeds Revealed, Upsets Expected in NCAA Tournament"

The NCAA men's and women's tournament brackets were revealed on Selection Sunday, with UConn, Houston, Purdue, and North Carolina named as the No. 1 seeds for the men's tournament, and South Carolina as the No. 1 seed for the women's tournament. South Carolina's women's team went undefeated this season and secured the top seed. The men's tournament attracted sports bettors, and there were notable snubs among the bubble teams, including Oklahoma and the Big East trio of St. John's, Seton Hall, and Providence.

via Yahoo Sports|

#march-madness #mens-basketball #ncaa

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

"Iowa Secures No. 1 Seed in 2024 NCAA Tournament"

Iowa women's basketball secures its first No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament since 1992, with Caitlin Clark leading the team. The Hawkeyes will begin their tournament journey against the winner of Holy Cross-UT Martin, and potential matchups include West Virginia and Princeton. The team's impressive season, marked by a 29-4 record and a conference tournament title, has positioned them for a strong tournament run.

via Hawk Central|

#caitlin-clark #iowa-womens-basketball #ncaa-tournament