The Pittsburgh Panthers will go dancing for the 24th time as an 8-seed in the West region. Here are five fast facts about the Panthers to help you as you fill out your bracket: 1. Their best NBA prospect is a 7-foot freshman center named Steven Adams, who is a native of New Zealand. He’s averaging 7 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2 blocks per game as he adjusts to the collegiate game. 2. They have only two players averaging double figures in scoring;
North Carolina State Wolfpack: Five Facts for the NCAA Tourney
After months of invigorating highs and devastating lows, the North Carolina State Wolfpack have finally made it to the NCAA Tournament. The star-studded N.C. State team had underachieved, but the committee clearly valued their late-season push. So what should we know about the Wolfpack? 1. The North Carolina State Wolfpack are one of the most under-achieving teams in college basketball. They began the season as the No. 6 ranked team in the AP and Coaches Polls, yet finished the season unranked. Fortunately, they’ve turned
Wisconsin Badgers: Five Facts for the NCAA Tourney
The Wisconsin Badgers have become the most overlooked power in the Big Ten, despite finishing the regular season at 21-10. After downing both Michigan and Indiana, however, Wisconsin reminded the world of their status by reaching the Big Ten Championship. While there, Wisconsin WON/LOST. The question is, what should we know about Wisconsin for the upcoming NCAA Tournament? 1. The Wisconsin Badgers are the nation’s 10th ranked scoring defense. They’re 39th in opponent field goal percentage, 28th in opponent three-point field goal
Michigan State Spartans: Five Facts for the NCAA Tourney
The Michigan State Spartans have methodically paced themselves to a 25-8 season. Led by legendary head coach Tom Izzo, MSU has run through the out-of-conference competition and performed at a high level against a stacked Big Ten. So what do you need to know about this powerhouse? 1. The Michigan State Spartans own victories over current No. 6 Michigan, No. 7 Kansas, No. 10 Ohio State and two over No. 22 Wisconsin. They did so without a single first team All-Big Ten
Ohio State Buckeyes: Five Facts for the NCAA Tourney
Quietly but surely, the Ohio State Buckeyes have reclaimed their status as one of the nation’s elite. They’ve done so by reaching 25-7 overall and 13-5 in the Big Ten, which earned them a season-ending ranking of 10th in the AP Polls. So what do you need to know about the Buckeyes? 1. The Ohio State Buckeyes boast an elite defense that ranks in the Top 25 in opponents points and steals. Led by Aaron Craft and Shannon Scott, whom were both
Indiana Hoosiers: Five Facts for the NCAA Tourney
1. Often viewed as a defensive-minded team, the Indiana Hoosiers are second in the nation in points per game. shot attempt. They’re lead NCAA Division 1 schools in points per shot attempt, are seventh in field goal percentage and third in three-point field goal percentage. This supposedly defensive-minded team is an offensive juggernaut. 2. You know how Indiana’s offense is all high-powered and disproving the notion that Indiana is all about defense? Well, the Hoosiers are holding opponents to 38.8 percent
Minnesota Golden Gophers: Five Facts for the NCAA Tourney
For the first time since 2010, the Minnesota Golden Gophers are back in the NCAA Tournament. They’re on their way there behind head coach Tubby Smith and a starting lineup worth marveling. So what is it that you should know about Minnesota? 1. If there is only one name you should know on Minnesota’s team, it’s third team All-Big Ten selection Trevor Mbakwe. Mbakwe is a massive load on the interior, standing at 6’8″ and 245 pounds. He puts his size to
Illinois Fighting Illini: Five Facts for the NCAA Tourney
Illinois’ nickname is the Fighting Illini. That is a fitting name, as they fought their way to a season to remember at 22-12. As they enter the NCAA Tournament, however, we must ask—what should we know? 1. Illinois owns victories over two No. 1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament—Gonzaga and Indiana. They won 85-74 at Gonzaga and 74-72 during a home game against Indiana. 2. Illinois has won five games by two points or less. Three of those victories have come on buzzer-beaters,
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