22 Teams That Could Win March Madness 2023
The Bears didn’t have a great last week in February. They’ve managed to get commanding leads, only to squander them, as well as getting completely shut out in Texas on the 25th. They need to work on their defense in order to help come back. While they’ve been dropping the ball, the Bears are still one of the most commanding teams at the collegiate level. They have one of the best backcourts in the game and an elite coach in Scott Drew.
UConn beat Alabama by 15 points at the beginning of the season, one of the top ranked teams NCAA. However, they also went 2-6 over their next eight games. The Huskies seem to be one of the top ranked teams, and have walloped two teams in the Big East. They’ve got good shooters and a dominant big man, so they can beat a top contender. It’s only a matter of the level of play they bring to the court.
This team may be the best Tony Bennett’s had since he started working with the Cavaliers. They’re an experienced group that knows how to play well together. While they’re full of great players that make them a top ten team, nobody exemplifies Virginia basketball better than Kihei Clark, the senior point guard. He helps orchestrate the offense and facilitate an aggressive defense.
The Hoosiers are back for the second year in a row. And they’re hoping to make it past the first weekend for the first time since 2016. Trayce Jackson-Davis, the star of the Hoosiers, is even a favorite to make the All-American team. While he’s the star, he’s certainly surrounded by several high-level shooters who can make a defense collapse.
Alabama’s sports teams are always high level. It’s not a bad call to assume the Crimson Tide can take it all in the tournament. Although, there is a bit of a dark cloud over the program. Brandon Miller, while not formally charged with a crime, was involved in the murder case of Jamea Harris. It’s a troubling look, and quite disturbing. And there’s a chance Miller won’t even be allowed to play in the near future.
Shaka Smart has really brought up the level of play of a somewhat middling program. The Marquette Golden Eagles are well-defined by their offensive ability. The sophomore guard, Kam Jones, seems to be the best second-year player in the country. Although, bar handlers need to get the number of swipes done on them lowered.
The Jayhawks are suddenly looking like a serious threat as repeat National Champions. While they previously lost to Kansas State, TCU, and Baylor, they’ve since avenged all three losses. They’re the team with the second most Quadrant 1 wins, at 14. They’re a hard team to bet against.
The Volunteers more recent results have really catapulted them into a real contender for the National Championship. They’re number two in points allowed, only trailing behind Houston. And their defense is great. Although, their offense seems to not be quite as reliable. They’ve knocked off some top teams in the past, but also dropped games to non-tournament teams.
People seem to ignore Gonzaga, at least until they play in the Power 5 conference. They seem to be overrated, but the Zags have still reached two National Championships in recent memory. This year’s team is a bit weaker, but that doesn’t make them weak. They’re certainly a contender still. The Bulldogs do lead the nation in PPG and FG% at least.
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