1 scoring offense (87.8 ppg) has too much firepower for the rest of the regional. With Drew Timme and Chet Holmgren leading the way, the nation's No. Gonzaga is looking to go one better this season after losing to Baylor in the national title game. But it is hard to see them knocking off the Bulldogs for a second time after frustrating losses to North Carolina and then to Virginia Tech in the ACC tournament title game exposed flaws in their defense. The Blue Devils already boast a win against Gonzaga on a neutral floor this season, too, so the possibility is there. The winner: It would be a storybook scenario if Duke were able to reach the Final Four in Mike Krzyzewski's final season. UCLA and Virginia Commonwealth have made the Final Four out of the First Four and nine of the 10 times a winner has followed with another victory in the main field. It sets up for a surprise result, although maybe it won't be too big of a surprise. The winner of the game in Dayton also will have some momentum and have worked out some tournament nerves. The Fighting Irish and Scarlet Knights play completely different styles, making Alabama's preparation more difficult. Surviving their first game, though, should be a challenge whether it is Notre Dame or Rutgers. Losers of four of six, they, like Michigan State, got a fortunate seed. The Crimson Tide are another team that is stumbling its way into the field. Can the Spartans slow them down and make it a more physical game? Should be fun to watch. That offensive approach will provide a challenge to Michigan State's rugged defense. He and Hyunjung Lee will be bombing from the outside in this game. They do have a team that is in the top 10 in three-point shooting, led by Foster Loyer. The Wildcats might not have anyone at the same level of famous alum Stephen Curry. 7 seed was a gift from the committee, however they didn't get to avoid a difficult opponent. The Spartans are limping into the tournament with six losses in their last 10 games. ![]() USA TODAY Sports breaks down the NCAA Tournament West Region:īest first-round matchup: Michigan State-Davidson. ![]() Watch Video: March Madness 101: How to fill out your bracket
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