As I mentioned in the introduction to this series, the first weekend of the tournament is my favorite weekend in sports. I always spend a lot more time making those picks than the others.
But I think I can use the research I've done on the teams, along with the games I've seen, to make picks all the way through. I'll only add commentary for a game if I find it necessary.
East Region
Sweet 16: UNC, Notre Dame, Louisville, Butler
Elite 8: UNC, Louisville
Final Four: UNC
Midwest Region
Sweet 16: Kansas, Clemson, Wisconsin, Gonzaga
I think the Zags are the real deal, but it's more of a gut pick than anything else.
Elite 8: Kansas, Wisconsin
Final Four: Kansas
South Region
Sweet 16: Memphis, Michigan State, Stanford, Texas
It physically pains me to pick against my Golden Eagles, but I think they'll be emotionally drained after their first round win.
Elite 8: Michigan State, Texas
Recent years have shown that not all four No. 1 seeds are likely to make it this far, and Michigan State is a team that can go toe-to-toe with the Tigers. If Memphis proves me wrong this year, then I might finally have faith in them next March.
Final Four: Texas
West Region
Sweet 16: UCLA, Drake, Baylor, Duke
If you didn't read my other picks (which by the way are much more detailed) you'll find that I don't like the A-10 or Xavier at all.
Elite 8: UCLA, Duke
Final Four: UCLA
Final Four
I've got a Kansas/UCLA title game, with Kansas finally getting over the hump and winning the big one.
Now go, fill out your brackets! Have fun and pick some upsets!
(I've posted a set of five articles dissecting the whole tournament. If you like this one, make sure to check the others out!)
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