We correctly called 64 of the 65 teams. While we fully expected a photo finish for the last bid, we were surprised that Arizona inched in front, given their atrocious road record and 1-5 finish (two considerations - where and when - that the selection committee supposedly takes into account). Even if you are biased in favor of power conference teams with lots of top 50 wins, Penn State is a better argument. Creighton and St. Mary's also have reason to be upset.
As you'll know from our last Bubble Nation post, we were not surprised to see Wisconsin squeak in as a 12 seed. The lock status accorded them by a lot of commentators was somewhat perplexing.
In any event, the field of 65 is set. The March will be in Philadelphia for first and second round action at the Wachovia Center featuring UConn, BYU, Texas A&M, Chattanooga, Villanova, American, UCLA, and VCU. In the meantime, we will bring you plenty of bracket analysis and commentary. Stay with us for the ride.
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