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2021 MARCH MADNESS FINAL FOUR FULL PREVIEW & BREAKDOWN!
Welcome back all! The Final Four is set & nearly upon us! After all of the dust has settled on what has been a tournament full of surprises, upsets, and shockers (looking at you #15 Oral Roberts!), we are left with a Final Four that features the two teams that were really considered to be the best in the country throughout the season in 1-seeds Gonzaga & Baylor. Joining them is one surprise and another program that hasn't enjoyed this kind of success since the early 1980s. Houston may be a 2-seed, and reached the Sweet 16 in 2019, but this program has been brought back to life by Kelvin Sampson. In his 7th season, he's led the Cougars to the Final Four, and once-again turned them into a college hoops force. Back in the early 1980s, Houston featured one of the most talented teams of all-time when they made a run to three consecutive Final Fours from 1982-1984, falling in the Title game in both 83' & 84'. That 83' team featured 6 future NBA players, and two future NBA legends & Hall of Famers in Akeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler. Guy Lewis's bunch could score in bunches, and could jump out of the gym, "soaring" over opponents with relative ease. After the program experienced a sharp decline over the decades since, Sampson has rejuvenated them, and now Houston is in the Final Four for the 6th time in program history, but first time since 1984. The 2-seed Cougars join the two aforementioned 1-seeds, and the one "surprise" member of this group of four - 11-seed UCLA. From a seeding-perspective, the Bruins' are just the 5th #11 seed to ever reach the Final Four, joining LSU in 1986, George Mason in 2006, VCU in 2011, and Loyola-Chicago in 2018. All four of those previous 11s to make the Final Four all lost in the National Semifinal. Can UCLA be the first to advance to the Title game? From a historical perspective, the Bruins' are the most storied program in history, thanks to John Wooden and the 10 National Titles he won from 1964-1975. They've won a record 11 in total, and have now reached the Final Four 19 times in their history, although this is the first trip back to the Final 4 since 2008. While history may be on their side from a tradition perspective, the task facing these Bruins in this year's Final Four could not be any more treacherous. Gonzaga awaits, and the Bulldogs have their own date with history - and destiny - in this year's tournament. It's Final Four breakdown time, let's dive right into these two National Semifinals matchups: (1) GONZAGA vs (11) UCLA ---------------------------- 1 GONZAGA (30-0) --------------------------- Tournament Results: 16 Norfolk State W 98-55 8 Oklahoma W 87-71 5 Creighton W 83-65 6 USC W 85-66 Team Leaders: Drew Timme F 19.0PTS 7.2REB 2.3AST Corey Kispert F 18.9PTS 5.0REB 1.7AST Jalen Suggs G 14.0PTS 5.5REB 4.5AST 1.9STL Joel Ayayi G 11.8PTS 7.1REB 2.8AST Andrew Nembhard G 9.1PTS 2.4REB 4.3AST It was mentioned often in the lead-up to the tournament, but the last time we had a "March Madness" without both Duke & Kentucky, we have to go all the way back to 1976. That also just so happens to be the last time a team finished off a college hoops season as unbeaten National Champions - Bob Knights' Indiana Hoosiers knocked off Michigan in the Title game and finished a perfect 32-0. The Zags of course are trying to match that feat, and now sit at 30-0 with just two more to go. It almost seems fitting that to get to the Title game to be able to reach that pinnacle, that they'd have to go through the most storied program in college hoops history first. If there is one thing the Bulldogs do better than anyone else it's score the basketball. They were the #1 offense in the nation during the regular season, and haven't come close to being slowed down in the tournament, averaging over 88.0 points per game in their 4 tournament games thus far. They are shooting a sizzling 53.5% from the field in the tournament thus far (129/241), and have breezed past their opponents by 43, 16, 18, and 19, respectively. Their last outing over USC in the Elite 8 waa especially impressive as the Trojans had looked absolutely outstanding thus far, and the Zags blew the doors off the arena, building a 20-point lead in the first 7 minutes of the game. They have a pair of talented bigs that can score, and a pair of guards that do a little bit of everything - score, rebound, play D, and most importantly, take care of the ball. It appears that this squad doesn't have much in terms of flaws, and they are playing like a team on a mission. ------------------------ 11 UCLA (22-9) ----------------------- Tournament Results: 11 Michigan State* W 86-80 (Play-in game) 6 BYU W 73-62 14 Abilene Christian W 67-47 2 Alabama W 88-78 OT 1 Michigan W 51-49 Team Leaders: Johnny Juzang G 15.5PTS 4.0REB 1.6AST Chris Smith G 12.6PTS 6.4REB 2.0AST Jaime Jaquez G 12.1PTS 6.1REB 1.6AST Jules Bernard G 10.5PTS 5.2REB 1.6AST Tyger Campbell G 10.2PTS 2.1REB 5.3AST Meanwhile, UCLA heads into this one having snuck past the #1 & #2 seeds in their region in thrilling fashion - escaping 2-seed Alabama in OT, and top-seed Michigan in a slugfest that went right down to the wire. The Bruins' have actually been out-shot in 4 of their 5 games in the tournament, been out-rebounded in 3 of the games, including the last two, and have not shot better than 49% in any of their 5 tournament games thus far. So, how do the Bruins keep scraping past their opponents and notching victories? It's been a mix of gritty play, timely buckets, and a hightened intensity under head coach Mick Cronin in his 2nd year at the helm. They rely on a bevy of talented guards, but none-more-so than Johnny Juzang, who led them in scoring at 15.5 points per game, and has taken his game up a notch during their run - averaging 21.6 in this year's tourny, including accounting for a whopping 28 of the Bruins' 51 points in their 51-49 victory over Michigan. So, who advances on to the Title game? PREDICTION: GONZAGA 84-72 Gonzaga is just too good offensively, and the one area where the Bruins might have a theoretical advantage would be at the guard position, but Gonzaga's duo of Suggs & Ayayi is as good as any. UCLA's intensity and scrappiness will keep them somewhat in the game (I don't think it'll be over in the first 6 minutes like the USC game), but they won't have enough firepower - or interior defense to keep the magical run going. Gonzaga advances to the Title game with an opportunity to match the 76' Hoosiers. --- (1) BAYLOR vs (2) HOUSTON --------------------------- 1 BAYLOR (26-2) -------------------------- Tournament Results: 16 Hartford W 79-55 9 Wisconsin W 76-63 5 Villanova W 62-51 3 Arkansas W 81-72 Team Leaders: Jared Butler G 16.5PTS 3.3REB 4.8AST; 40.4% 3PT MaCio Teague G 15.9PTS 4.1REB 1.6AST; 39.6% 3PT Davion Mitchell G 14.1PTS 2.6REB 5.3AST; 45.0% 3PT Adam Flagler G 9.0PTS 2.3REB 1.4AST; 42.0% 3PT Matthew Mayer G 8.2PTS 3.8REB 1.3STL; 40.0% 3PT Baylor started the season on an unbeaten run of their own, getting to 18-0, including a mid-season shutdown before finally losing for the first time, Feb 27th @ Kansas. They also lost in the Big XII semfinals, but at 26-2 are the also the real deal. They are in the Final Four for the first time in 50 years, and by all accounts are poised to stay in this tournament for a tad longer. The Bears also have really good guard play, and feature an offense that hits the 3-ball at an exceptional rate. Their top 5 players are all guards, and all shoot between 39.6-45.0% from 3-point range, making them a dangerous team for any opponent. Even when the deep-ball wasn't falling in this tournament, they still managed to attack the basketball, dig-in defensively and gut out a victory. In their Sweet 16 matchup with Villanova, they shot just 3-19 (15.8%) from downtown, but still managed to rally past the Wildcats in a 62-51 victory. Jared Butler is a force, and the first Baylor player to be a 1st Team All-American, and he has proved his worth, doing a little bit of everything in this tournament. He will need to produce once again for the Bears against a stingy Houston squad. Other teammates have stepped up in this tournament when needed, and with three legit scoring threats in MaCio Teague (22 against Arkansas), Butler, and Davion Mitchell (14 against Villanova), they are going to be tough to beat. ---------------------------- 2 HOUSTON (28-3) ----------------------------- Tournament Results: 15 Cleveland State W 87-56 10 Rutgers W 63-60 11 Syracuse W 62-46 12 Oregon State W 67-61 Team Leaders: Quentin Grimes G 18.0PTS 5.8REB 2.0AST 1.4STL Marcus Sasser G 13.5PTS 2.6REB 2.3AST 1.4STL Dejon Jarreau G 10.8PTS 5.5REB 4.4AST 1.3STL Caleb Mills G 9.8 PTS 1.3 REB 1.3STL Justin Gorham F 8.5PTS 8.7REB 1.2AST While the Bears' excel at shooting the longball and getting consistent guard play, their opponent, 2-seed Houston, happens to excel at defending, (in particular the 3-ball), and also relies on exceptional guard play. They feature 4 guards that all average 1.3 - 1.4 steals per game, making them a tough team to score against. The Cougars were #2 in the nation behind Loyola-Chicago in scoring defense, and that trend has continued in this tournament, as they've held their 4 opponents to just 55.8 points per game. Furthermore, they're holding their opponents to a combined 39.2% shooting from the field (75/191), and just 34.2% from 3-point range (24/70). They've been able to win the easy ones (Cleveland State by 31), and the tough ones - Rutgers by 3, Syracuse by 16, and Oregon State by 6. Quentin Grimes is a legit scoring threat (18.0 ppg), Justin Gorham can score when needed and is an exceptional rebounder (8.5 ppg, 8.7 rpg) - which is another area where the Cougars excelled, ranking 5th in the country. If there is one team built to deal with Baylor, it just might be the Cougars. One note on Houston's run to the Final Four, however, - all four victories have come against double-digit seeds, as they certainly caught a few breaks along the way... So, who advances to the National Title game and potential showdown with Gonzaga? PREDICTION: BAYLOR 65-63 This one has all of the makings to be a classic. Baylor shoots the 3-ball exceptionally well, and Houston defends the 3-ball exceptionally well. The Bears have hit 35.7% of their 3-point attempts thus far in the tournament, while Houston has defended the longball at a 34.2% clip. Both teams rely on a bevy of talented guards. Both are solid rebounding teams, with a slight edge to Houston. The Bears' path was slightly more difficult thanks to having to maneuver past 5-seed Villanova, and 3-seed Arkansas. Houston's defense should be able to do enough to cause Baylor some problems, but the Bears still have an advantage on the offensive end. In the end, this one goes down to the end, and Baylor hits one more shot than Houston, and sneaks past the Cougars in a thriller to advance to the Title game. ---- Thank you for the support as always. You can find me on IG & YouTube at @sportsguychris and be sure to check out my podcast with my good buddy Mikee: "The Balls and Beards Podcast" available on Spotify, Apple Pocketcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and Breaker! We keep you up to date on everything in the world of the NFL & NBA! If you enjoy my content, and the find value in our podcast, please checkout our Patreon page if you have the chance: https://www.patreon.com/join/ballsandbeardspodcast
2021 MARCH MADNESS FINAL FOUR FULL PREVIEW & BREAKDOWN!
Welcome back all! The Final Four is set & nearly upon us! After all of the dust has settled on what has been a tournament full of surprises, upsets, and shockers (looking at you #15 Oral Roberts!), we are left with a Final Four that features the two teams that were really considered to be the best in the country throughout the season in 1-seeds Gonzaga & Baylor. Joining them is one surprise and another program that hasn't enjoyed this kind of success since the early 1980s. Houston may be a 2-seed, and reached the Sweet 16 in 2019, but this program has been brought back to life by Kelvin Sampson. In his 7th season, he's led the Cougars to the Final Four, and once-again turned them into a college hoops force. Back in the early 1980s, Houston featured one of the most talented teams of all-time when they made a run to three consecutive Final Fours from 1982-1984, falling in the Title game in both 83' & 84'. That 83' team featured 6 future NBA players, and two future NBA legends & Hall of Famers in Akeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler. Guy Lewis's bunch could score in bunches, and could jump out of the gym, "soaring" over opponents with relative ease. After the program experienced a sharp decline over the decades since, Sampson has rejuvenated them, and now Houston is in the Final Four for the 6th time in program history, but first time since 1984. The 2-seed Cougars join the two aforementioned 1-seeds, and the one "surprise" member of this group of four - 11-seed UCLA. From a seeding-perspective, the Bruins' are just the 5th #11 seed to ever reach the Final Four, joining LSU in 1986, George Mason in 2006, VCU in 2011, and Loyola-Chicago in 2018. All four of those previous 11s to make the Final Four all lost in the National Semifinal. Can UCLA be the first to advance to the Title game? From a historical perspective, the Bruins' are the most storied program in history, thanks to John Wooden and the 10 National Titles he won from 1964-1975. They've won a record 11 in total, and have now reached the Final Four 19 times in their history, although this is the first trip back to the Final 4 since 2008. While history may be on their side from a tradition perspective, the task facing these Bruins in this year's Final Four could not be any more treacherous. Gonzaga awaits, and the Bulldogs have their own date with history - and destiny - in this year's tournament. It's Final Four breakdown time, let's dive right into these two National Semifinals matchups: (1) GONZAGA vs (11) UCLA ---------------------------- 1 GONZAGA (30-0) --------------------------- Tournament Results: 16 Norfolk State W 98-55 8 Oklahoma W 87-71 5 Creighton W 83-65 6 USC W 85-66 Team Leaders: Drew Timme F 19.0PTS 7.2REB 2.3AST Corey Kispert F 18.9PTS 5.0REB 1.7AST Jalen Suggs G 14.0PTS 5.5REB 4.5AST 1.9STL Joel Ayayi G 11.8PTS 7.1REB 2.8AST Andrew Nembhard G 9.1PTS 2.4REB 4.3AST It was mentioned often in the lead-up to the tournament, but the last time we had a "March Madness" without both Duke & Kentucky, we have to go all the way back to 1976. That also just so happens to be the last time a team finished off a college hoops season as unbeaten National Champions - Bob Knights' Indiana Hoosiers knocked off Michigan in the Title game and finished a perfect 32-0. The Zags of course are trying to match that feat, and now sit at 30-0 with just two more to go. It almost seems fitting that to get to the Title game to be able to reach that pinnacle, that they'd have to go through the most storied program in college hoops history first. If there is one thing the Bulldogs do better than anyone else it's score the basketball. They were the #1 offense in the nation during the regular season, and haven't come close to being slowed down in the tournament, averaging over 88.0 points per game in their 4 tournament games thus far. They are shooting a sizzling 53.5% from the field in the tournament thus far (129/241), and have breezed past their opponents by 43, 16, 18, and 19, respectively. Their last outing over USC in the Elite 8 waa especially impressive as the Trojans had looked absolutely outstanding thus far, and the Zags blew the doors off the arena, building a 20-point lead in the first 7 minutes of the game. They have a pair of talented bigs that can score, and a pair of guards that do a little bit of everything - score, rebound, play D, and most importantly, take care of the ball. It appears that this squad doesn't have much in terms of flaws, and they are playing like a team on a mission. ------------------------ 11 UCLA (22-9) ----------------------- Tournament Results: 11 Michigan State* W 86-80 (Play-in game) 6 BYU W 73-62 14 Abilene Christian W 67-47 2 Alabama W 88-78 OT 1 Michigan W 51-49 Team Leaders: Johnny Juzang G 15.5PTS 4.0REB 1.6AST Chris Smith G 12.6PTS 6.4REB 2.0AST Jaime Jaquez G 12.1PTS 6.1REB 1.6AST Jules Bernard G 10.5PTS 5.2REB 1.6AST Tyger Campbell G 10.2PTS 2.1REB 5.3AST Meanwhile, UCLA heads into this one having snuck past the #1 & #2 seeds in their region in thrilling fashion - escaping 2-seed Alabama in OT, and top-seed Michigan in a slugfest that went right down to the wire. The Bruins' have actually been out-shot in 4 of their 5 games in the tournament, been out-rebounded in 3 of the games, including the last two, and have not shot better than 49% in any of their 5 tournament games thus far. So, how do the Bruins keep scraping past their opponents and notching victories? It's been a mix of gritty play, timely buckets, and a hightened intensity under head coach Mick Cronin in his 2nd year at the helm. They rely on a bevy of talented guards, but none-more-so than Johnny Juzang, who led them in scoring at 15.5 points per game, and has taken his game up a notch during their run - averaging 21.6 in this year's tourny, including accounting for a whopping 28 of the Bruins' 51 points in their 51-49 victory over Michigan. So, who advances on to the Title game? PREDICTION: GONZAGA 84-72 Gonzaga is just too good offensively, and the one area where the Bruins might have a theoretical advantage would be at the guard position, but Gonzaga's duo of Suggs & Ayayi is as good as any. UCLA's intensity and scrappiness will keep them somewhat in the game (I don't think it'll be over in the first 6 minutes like the USC game), but they won't have enough firepower - or interior defense to keep the magical run going. Gonzaga advances to the Title game with an opportunity to match the 76' Hoosiers. --- (1) BAYLOR vs (2) HOUSTON --------------------------- 1 BAYLOR (26-2) -------------------------- Tournament Results: 16 Hartford W 79-55 9 Wisconsin W 76-63 5 Villanova W 62-51 3 Arkansas W 81-72 Team Leaders: Jared Butler G 16.5PTS 3.3REB 4.8AST; 40.4% 3PT MaCio Teague G 15.9PTS 4.1REB 1.6AST; 39.6% 3PT Davion Mitchell G 14.1PTS 2.6REB 5.3AST; 45.0% 3PT Adam Flagler G 9.0PTS 2.3REB 1.4AST; 42.0% 3PT Matthew Mayer G 8.2PTS 3.8REB 1.3STL; 40.0% 3PT Baylor started the season on an unbeaten run of their own, getting to 18-0, including a mid-season shutdown before finally losing for the first time, Feb 27th @ Kansas. They also lost in the Big XII semfinals, but at 26-2 are the also the real deal. They are in the Final Four for the first time in 50 years, and by all accounts are poised to stay in this tournament for a tad longer. The Bears also have really good guard play, and feature an offense that hits the 3-ball at an exceptional rate. Their top 5 players are all guards, and all shoot between 39.6-45.0% from 3-point range, making them a dangerous team for any opponent. Even when the deep-ball wasn't falling in this tournament, they still managed to attack the basketball, dig-in defensively and gut out a victory. In their Sweet 16 matchup with Villanova, they shot just 3-19 (15.8%) from downtown, but still managed to rally past the Wildcats in a 62-51 victory. Jared Butler is a force, and the first Baylor player to be a 1st Team All-American, and he has proved his worth, doing a little bit of everything in this tournament. He will need to produce once again for the Bears against a stingy Houston squad. Other teammates have stepped up in this tournament when needed, and with three legit scoring threats in MaCio Teague (22 against Arkansas), Butler, and Davion Mitchell (14 against Villanova), they are going to be tough to beat. ---------------------------- 2 HOUSTON (28-3) ----------------------------- Tournament Results: 15 Cleveland State W 87-56 10 Rutgers W 63-60 11 Syracuse W 62-46 12 Oregon State W 67-61 Team Leaders: Quentin Grimes G 18.0PTS 5.8REB 2.0AST 1.4STL Marcus Sasser G 13.5PTS 2.6REB 2.3AST 1.4STL Dejon Jarreau G 10.8PTS 5.5REB 4.4AST 1.3STL Caleb Mills G 9.8 PTS 1.3 REB 1.3STL Justin Gorham F 8.5PTS 8.7REB 1.2AST While the Bears' excel at shooting the longball and getting consistent guard play, their opponent, 2-seed Houston, happens to excel at defending, (in particular the 3-ball), and also relies on exceptional guard play. They feature 4 guards that all average 1.3 - 1.4 steals per game, making them a tough team to score against. The Cougars were #2 in the nation behind Loyola-Chicago in scoring defense, and that trend has continued in this tournament, as they've held their 4 opponents to just 55.8 points per game. Furthermore, they're holding their opponents to a combined 39.2% shooting from the field (75/191), and just 34.2% from 3-point range (24/70). They've been able to win the easy ones (Cleveland State by 31), and the tough ones - Rutgers by 3, Syracuse by 16, and Oregon State by 6. Quentin Grimes is a legit scoring threat (18.0 ppg), Justin Gorham can score when needed and is an exceptional rebounder (8.5 ppg, 8.7 rpg) - which is another area where the Cougars excelled, ranking 5th in the country. If there is one team built to deal with Baylor, it just might be the Cougars. One note on Houston's run to the Final Four, however, - all four victories have come against double-digit seeds, as they certainly caught a few breaks along the way... So, who advances to the National Title game and potential showdown with Gonzaga? PREDICTION: BAYLOR 65-63 This one has all of the makings to be a classic. Baylor shoots the 3-ball exceptionally well, and Houston defends the 3-ball exceptionally well. The Bears have hit 35.7% of their 3-point attempts thus far in the tournament, while Houston has defended the longball at a 34.2% clip. Both teams rely on a bevy of talented guards. Both are solid rebounding teams, with a slight edge to Houston. The Bears' path was slightly more difficult thanks to having to maneuver past 5-seed Villanova, and 3-seed Arkansas. Houston's defense should be able to do enough to cause Baylor some problems, but the Bears still have an advantage on the offensive end. In the end, this one goes down to the end, and Baylor hits one more shot than Houston, and sneaks past the Cougars in a thriller to advance to the Title game. ---- Thank you for the support as always. You can find me on IG & YouTube at @sportsguychris and be sure to check out my podcast with my good buddy Mikee: "The Balls and Beards Podcast" available on Spotify, Apple Pocketcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and Breaker! We keep you up to date on everything in the world of the NFL & NBA! If you enjoy my content, and the find value in our podcast, please checkout our Patreon page if you have the chance: https://www.patreon.com/join/ballsandbeardspodcast
2021 MARCH MADNESS FINAL FOUR FULL PREVIEW & BREAKDOWN!
Welcome back all! The Final Four is set & nearly upon us! After all of the dust has settled on what has been a tournament full of surprises, upsets, and shockers (looking at you #15 Oral Roberts!), we are left with a Final Four that features the two teams that were really considered to be the best in the country throughout the season in 1-seeds Gonzaga & Baylor. Joining them is one surprise and another program that hasn't enjoyed this kind of success since the early 1980s. Houston may be a 2-seed, and reached the Sweet 16 in 2019, but this program has been brought back to life by Kelvin Sampson. In his 7th season, he's led the Cougars to the Final Four, and once-again turned them into a college hoops force. Back in the early 1980s, Houston featured one of the most talented teams of all-time when they made a run to three consecutive Final Fours from 1982-1984, falling in the Title game in both 83' & 84'. That 83' team featured 6 future NBA players, and two future NBA legends & Hall of Famers in Akeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler. Guy Lewis's bunch could score in bunches, and could jump out of the gym, "soaring" over opponents with relative ease. After the program experienced a sharp decline over the decades since, Sampson has rejuvenated them, and now Houston is in the Final Four for the 6th time in program history, but first time since 1984. The 2-seed Cougars join the two aforementioned 1-seeds, and the one "surprise" member of this group of four - 11-seed UCLA. From a seeding-perspective, the Bruins' are just the 5th #11 seed to ever reach the Final Four, joining LSU in 1986, George Mason in 2006, VCU in 2011, and Loyola-Chicago in 2018. All four of those previous 11s to make the Final Four all lost in the National Semifinal. Can UCLA be the first to advance to the Title game? From a historical perspective, the Bruins' are the most storied program in history, thanks to John Wooden and the 10 National Titles he won from 1964-1975. They've won a record 11 in total, and have now reached the Final Four 19 times in their history, although this is the first trip back to the Final 4 since 2008. While history may be on their side from a tradition perspective, the task facing these Bruins in this year's Final Four could not be any more treacherous. Gonzaga awaits, and the Bulldogs have their own date with history - and destiny - in this year's tournament. It's Final Four breakdown time, let's dive right into these two National Semifinals matchups: (1) GONZAGA vs (11) UCLA ---------------------------- 1 GONZAGA (30-0) --------------------------- Tournament Results: 16 Norfolk State W 98-55 8 Oklahoma W 87-71 5 Creighton W 83-65 6 USC W 85-66 Team Leaders: Drew Timme F 19.0PTS 7.2REB 2.3AST Corey Kispert F 18.9PTS 5.0REB 1.7AST Jalen Suggs G 14.0PTS 5.5REB 4.5AST 1.9STL Joel Ayayi G 11.8PTS 7.1REB 2.8AST Andrew Nembhard G 9.1PTS 2.4REB 4.3AST It was mentioned often in the lead-up to the tournament, but the last time we had a "March Madness" without both Duke & Kentucky, we have to go all the way back to 1976. That also just so happens to be the last time a team finished off a college hoops season as unbeaten National Champions - Bob Knights' Indiana Hoosiers knocked off Michigan in the Title game and finished a perfect 32-0. The Zags of course are trying to match that feat, and now sit at 30-0 with just two more to go. It almost seems fitting that to get to the Title game to be able to reach that pinnacle, that they'd have to go through the most storied program in college hoops history first. If there is one thing the Bulldogs do better than anyone else it's score the basketball. They were the #1 offense in the nation during the regular season, and haven't come close to being slowed down in the tournament, averaging over 88.0 points per game in their 4 tournament games thus far. They are shooting a sizzling 53.5% from the field in the tournament thus far (129/241), and have breezed past their opponents by 43, 16, 18, and 19, respectively. Their last outing over USC in the Elite 8 waa especially impressive as the Trojans had looked absolutely outstanding thus far, and the Zags blew the doors off the arena, building a 20-point lead in the first 7 minutes of the game. They have a pair of talented bigs that can score, and a pair of guards that do a little bit of everything - score, rebound, play D, and most importantly, take care of the ball. It appears that this squad doesn't have much in terms of flaws, and they are playing like a team on a mission. ------------------------ 11 UCLA (22-9) ----------------------- Tournament Results: 11 Michigan State* W 86-80 (Play-in game) 6 BYU W 73-62 14 Abilene Christian W 67-47 2 Alabama W 88-78 OT 1 Michigan W 51-49 Team Leaders: Johnny Juzang G 15.5PTS 4.0REB 1.6AST Chris Smith G 12.6PTS 6.4REB 2.0AST Jaime Jaquez G 12.1PTS 6.1REB 1.6AST Jules Bernard G 10.5PTS 5.2REB 1.6AST Tyger Campbell G 10.2PTS 2.1REB 5.3AST Meanwhile, UCLA heads into this one having snuck past the #1 & #2 seeds in their region in thrilling fashion - escaping 2-seed Alabama in OT, and top-seed Michigan in a slugfest that went right down to the wire. The Bruins' have actually been out-shot in 4 of their 5 games in the tournament, been out-rebounded in 3 of the games, including the last two, and have not shot better than 49% in any of their 5 tournament games thus far. So, how do the Bruins keep scraping past their opponents and notching victories? It's been a mix of gritty play, timely buckets, and a hightened intensity under head coach Mick Cronin in his 2nd year at the helm. They rely on a bevy of talented guards, but none-more-so than Johnny Juzang, who led them in scoring at 15.5 points per game, and has taken his game up a notch during their run - averaging 21.6 in this year's tourny, including accounting for a whopping 28 of the Bruins' 51 points in their 51-49 victory over Michigan. So, who advances on to the Title game? PREDICTION: GONZAGA 84-72 Gonzaga is just too good offensively, and the one area where the Bruins might have a theoretical advantage would be at the guard position, but Gonzaga's duo of Suggs & Ayayi is as good as any. UCLA's intensity and scrappiness will keep them somewhat in the game (I don't think it'll be over in the first 6 minutes like the USC game), but they won't have enough firepower - or interior defense to keep the magical run going. Gonzaga advances to the Title game with an opportunity to match the 76' Hoosiers. --- (1) BAYLOR vs (2) HOUSTON --------------------------- 1 BAYLOR (26-2) -------------------------- Tournament Results: 16 Hartford W 79-55 9 Wisconsin W 76-63 5 Villanova W 62-51 3 Arkansas W 81-72 Team Leaders: Jared Butler G 16.5PTS 3.3REB 4.8AST; 40.4% 3PT MaCio Teague G 15.9PTS 4.1REB 1.6AST; 39.6% 3PT Davion Mitchell G 14.1PTS 2.6REB 5.3AST; 45.0% 3PT Adam Flagler G 9.0PTS 2.3REB 1.4AST; 42.0% 3PT Matthew Mayer G 8.2PTS 3.8REB 1.3STL; 40.0% 3PT Baylor started the season on an unbeaten run of their own, getting to 18-0, including a mid-season shutdown before finally losing for the first time, Feb 27th @ Kansas. They also lost in the Big XII semfinals, but at 26-2 are the also the real deal. They are in the Final Four for the first time in 50 years, and by all accounts are poised to stay in this tournament for a tad longer. The Bears also have really good guard play, and feature an offense that hits the 3-ball at an exceptional rate. Their top 5 players are all guards, and all shoot between 39.6-45.0% from 3-point range, making them a dangerous team for any opponent. Even when the deep-ball wasn't falling in this tournament, they still managed to attack the basketball, dig-in defensively and gut out a victory. In their Sweet 16 matchup with Villanova, they shot just 3-19 (15.8%) from downtown, but still managed to rally past the Wildcats in a 62-51 victory. Jared Butler is a force, and the first Baylor player to be a 1st Team All-American, and he has proved his worth, doing a little bit of everything in this tournament. He will need to produce once again for the Bears against a stingy Houston squad. Other teammates have stepped up in this tournament when needed, and with three legit scoring threats in MaCio Teague (22 against Arkansas), Butler, and Davion Mitchell (14 against Villanova), they are going to be tough to beat. ---------------------------- 2 HOUSTON (28-3) ----------------------------- Tournament Results: 15 Cleveland State W 87-56 10 Rutgers W 63-60 11 Syracuse W 62-46 12 Oregon State W 67-61 Team Leaders: Quentin Grimes G 18.0PTS 5.8REB 2.0AST 1.4STL Marcus Sasser G 13.5PTS 2.6REB 2.3AST 1.4STL Dejon Jarreau G 10.8PTS 5.5REB 4.4AST 1.3STL Caleb Mills G 9.8 PTS 1.3 REB 1.3STL Justin Gorham F 8.5PTS 8.7REB 1.2AST While the Bears' excel at shooting the longball and getting consistent guard play, their opponent, 2-seed Houston, happens to excel at defending, (in particular the 3-ball), and also relies on exceptional guard play. They feature 4 guards that all average 1.3 - 1.4 steals per game, making them a tough team to score against. The Cougars were #2 in the nation behind Loyola-Chicago in scoring defense, and that trend has continued in this tournament, as they've held their 4 opponents to just 55.8 points per game. Furthermore, they're holding their opponents to a combined 39.2% shooting from the field (75/191), and just 34.2% from 3-point range (24/70). They've been able to win the easy ones (Cleveland State by 31), and the tough ones - Rutgers by 3, Syracuse by 16, and Oregon State by 6. Quentin Grimes is a legit scoring threat (18.0 ppg), Justin Gorham can score when needed and is an exceptional rebounder (8.5 ppg, 8.7 rpg) - which is another area where the Cougars excelled, ranking 5th in the country. If there is one team built to deal with Baylor, it just might be the Cougars. One note on Houston's run to the Final Four, however, - all four victories have come against double-digit seeds, as they certainly caught a few breaks along the way... So, who advances to the National Title game and potential showdown with Gonzaga? PREDICTION: BAYLOR 65-63 This one has all of the makings to be a classic. Baylor shoots the 3-ball exceptionally well, and Houston defends the 3-ball exceptionally well. The Bears have hit 35.7% of their 3-point attempts thus far in the tournament, while Houston has defended the longball at a 34.2% clip. Both teams rely on a bevy of talented guards. Both are solid rebounding teams, with a slight edge to Houston. The Bears' path was slightly more difficult thanks to having to maneuver past 5-seed Villanova, and 3-seed Arkansas. Houston's defense should be able to do enough to cause Baylor some problems, but the Bears still have an advantage on the offensive end. In the end, this one goes down to the end, and Baylor hits one more shot than Houston, and sneaks past the Cougars in a thriller to advance to the Title game. ---- Thank you for the support as always. 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TOP TEN BETTING GAMES THAT CAN MAKE YOU A BILLIONAIRE
Soccer is among the most acclaimed sports on the planet. Billions of individuals watch and bet on this game. The game has been around for more than 100 years and has pulled in an enormous after. While it is a celebrated game, wagering on it very well may be a staggering cycle when you have no clue about where to start. Some wagering markets are profoundly productive, while others are modestly beneficial. As a bettor searching for high benefits, you should check the soccer bet types that can offer you the most elevated payouts. How about we investigate these bet types that draw in the most noteworthy payouts on soccer matches. Match Result Bet This is the most widely recognized sort of bet on soccer that you will discover in many sportsbooks. In certain bookies, you will think that its named as the success draw-win, 1-X-2, or Moneyline. It is a basic wagered type that expects you to anticipate who you feel will succeed at the finish of the game. As a bettor, you have the alternative to put down your bet in the group you feel will win. In the event that you feel that they will have similar number of objectives, you can put down your bet on the draw. Every choice has diverse chances that are algorithmically determined. Typically, the most far-fetched result regularly has the most elevated chances. Before you put down this bet, you ought to deliberately survey the groups playing, their capacities, just as their playing history. Doubler Possibility Bet As the name proposes, a twofold possibility will cover two of the choices in the match result bet. On the off chance that group An is playing against group B, you can wager that group A successes or draws, group B wins or draws, or either group An or B to win. These are the three choices you will discover in a twofold possibility bet. The best thing about this bet is that you have a high shot at winning since your expectation will be right. In the event that you feel that group B is more grounded, you can put down your bet in group B or a draw. Over/Under 2.5 Objectives Bet Soccer is an exceptionally unusual game. You can never know the result except if the game is finished. We have seen matches that had a complete unforeseen development in the fifth moment and others in the 90th moment. In the over/under market, a bettor will anticipate whether a match will have over 2.5 objectives or under 2.5 objectives altogether. Presently, on the off chance that you bet on over 2.5 objectives, your bet will dominate if the game has at least three objectives. Under 2.5 qualifies if the groups score zero, one, or two objectives. Taking a gander at most bookmakers, you will understand that the chances will rely upon the groups playing. They can be from as low as 1.2 to as high as 2.5. It is among the most beneficial wagered types that you can rely upon. Right Score Would you be able to foresee the exact number of objectives won by each group? While it very well might be the hardest one to anticipate, it conveys colossal chances that you can profit by. For you to effectively foresee these matches, you should cautiously check the groups playing and do your counts. As indicated by research, more than 40% of games consistently get done with 1-1, 0-0 or 1-0 or 2-0. Guarantee that your moves are determined and all around thought. Impediment Bet Initially from the Asian betting business sectors, this is a wagered type that is consistently getting mainstream. A debilitation implies that one group has a shortcoming, and the other is more grounded. Bookmakers offer the impairment bet to make everything fair for the two groups. Normally, the more grounded group will have a - 1.5 impairment, while the more vulnerable one draws in a +1.5 handicap. Halftime/All day Bet You will be winning for a specific group to start to lead the pack or tail at halftime or all day in this bet. Taking a gander at most bookmakers, these wagers have higher chances than the standard match results. It is an incredible experience. End There are so numerous soccer wagers that you can place and win gigantic measures of cash. This will be attached to the groups playing, the chances, and the bookmakers. To study these wagers, you can go to the full rundown and find out additional.
TOP TEN BETTING GAMES THAT CAN MAKE YOU A BILLIONAIRE
Soccer is among the most acclaimed sports on the planet. Billions of individuals watch and bet on this game. The game has been around for more than 100 years and has pulled in an enormous after. While it is a celebrated game, wagering on it very well may be a staggering cycle when you have no clue about where to start. Some wagering markets are profoundly productive, while others are modestly beneficial. As a bettor searching for high benefits, you should check the soccer bet types that can offer you the most elevated payouts. How about we investigate these bet types that draw in the most noteworthy payouts on soccer matches. Match Result Bet This is the most widely recognized sort of bet on soccer that you will discover in many sportsbooks. In certain bookies, you will think that its named as the success draw-win, 1-X-2, or Moneyline. It is a basic wagered type that expects you to anticipate who you feel will succeed at the finish of the game. As a bettor, you have the alternative to put down your bet in the group you feel will win. In the event that you feel that they will have similar number of objectives, you can put down your bet on the draw. Every choice has diverse chances that are algorithmically determined. Typically, the most far-fetched result regularly has the most elevated chances. Before you put down this bet, you ought to deliberately survey the groups playing, their capacities, just as their playing history. Doubler Possibility Bet As the name proposes, a twofold possibility will cover two of the choices in the match result bet. On the off chance that group An is playing against group B, you can wager that group A successes or draws, group B wins or draws, or either group An or B to win. These are the three choices you will discover in a twofold possibility bet. The best thing about this bet is that you have a high shot at winning since your expectation will be right. In the event that you feel that group B is more grounded, you can put down your bet in group B or a draw. Over/Under 2.5 Objectives Bet Soccer is an exceptionally unusual game. You can never know the result except if the game is finished. We have seen matches that had a complete unforeseen development in the fifth moment and others in the 90th moment. In the over/under market, a bettor will anticipate whether a match will have over 2.5 objectives or under 2.5 objectives altogether. Presently, on the off chance that you bet on over 2.5 objectives, your bet will dominate if the game has at least three objectives. Under 2.5 qualifies if the groups score zero, one, or two objectives. Taking a gander at most bookmakers, you will understand that the chances will rely upon the groups playing. They can be from as low as 1.2 to as high as 2.5. It is among the most beneficial wagered types that you can rely upon. Right Score Would you be able to foresee the exact number of objectives won by each group? While it very well might be the hardest one to anticipate, it conveys colossal chances that you can profit by. For you to effectively foresee these matches, you should cautiously check the groups playing and do your counts. As indicated by research, more than 40% of games consistently get done with 1-1, 0-0 or 1-0 or 2-0. Guarantee that your moves are determined and all around thought. Impediment Bet Initially from the Asian betting business sectors, this is a wagered type that is consistently getting mainstream. A debilitation implies that one group has a shortcoming, and the other is more grounded. Bookmakers offer the impairment bet to make everything fair for the two groups. Normally, the more grounded group will have a - 1.5 impairment, while the more vulnerable one draws in a +1.5 handicap. Halftime/All day Bet You will be winning for a specific group to start to lead the pack or tail at halftime or all day in this bet. Taking a gander at most bookmakers, these wagers have higher chances than the standard match results. It is an incredible experience. End There are so numerous soccer wagers that you can place and win gigantic measures of cash. This will be attached to the groups playing, the chances, and the bookmakers. To study these wagers, you can go to the full rundown and find out additional.
TOP TEN BETTING GAMES THAT CAN MAKE YOU A BILLIONAIRE
Soccer is among the most acclaimed sports on the planet. Billions of individuals watch and bet on this game. The game has been around for more than 100 years and has pulled in an enormous after. While it is a celebrated game, wagering on it very well may be a staggering cycle when you have no clue about where to start. Some wagering markets are profoundly productive, while others are modestly beneficial. As a bettor searching for high benefits, you should check the soccer bet types that can offer you the most elevated payouts. How about we investigate these bet types that draw in the most noteworthy payouts on soccer matches. Match Result Bet This is the most widely recognized sort of bet on soccer that you will discover in many sportsbooks. In certain bookies, you will think that its named as the success draw-win, 1-X-2, or Moneyline. It is a basic wagered type that expects you to anticipate who you feel will succeed at the finish of the game. As a bettor, you have the alternative to put down your bet in the group you feel will win. In the event that you feel that they will have similar number of objectives, you can put down your bet on the draw. Every choice has diverse chances that are algorithmically determined. Typically, the most far-fetched result regularly has the most elevated chances. Before you put down this bet, you ought to deliberately survey the groups playing, their capacities, just as their playing history. Doubler Possibility Bet As the name proposes, a twofold possibility will cover two of the choices in the match result bet. On the off chance that group An is playing against group B, you can wager that group A successes or draws, group B wins or draws, or either group An or B to win. These are the three choices you will discover in a twofold possibility bet. The best thing about this bet is that you have a high shot at winning since your expectation will be right. In the event that you feel that group B is more grounded, you can put down your bet in group B or a draw. Over/Under 2.5 Objectives Bet Soccer is an exceptionally unusual game. You can never know the result except if the game is finished. We have seen matches that had a complete unforeseen development in the fifth moment and others in the 90th moment. In the over/under market, a bettor will anticipate whether a match will have over 2.5 objectives or under 2.5 objectives altogether. Presently, on the off chance that you bet on over 2.5 objectives, your bet will dominate if the game has at least three objectives. Under 2.5 qualifies if the groups score zero, one, or two objectives. Taking a gander at most bookmakers, you will understand that the chances will rely upon the groups playing. They can be from as low as 1.2 to as high as 2.5. It is among the most beneficial wagered types that you can rely upon. Right Score Would you be able to foresee the exact number of objectives won by each group? While it very well might be the hardest one to anticipate, it conveys colossal chances that you can profit by. For you to effectively foresee these matches, you should cautiously check the groups playing and do your counts. As indicated by research, more than 40% of games consistently get done with 1-1, 0-0 or 1-0 or 2-0. Guarantee that your moves are determined and all around thought. Impediment Bet Initially from the Asian betting business sectors, this is a wagered type that is consistently getting mainstream. A debilitation implies that one group has a shortcoming, and the other is more grounded. Bookmakers offer the impairment bet to make everything fair for the two groups. Normally, the more grounded group will have a - 1.5 impairment, while the more vulnerable one draws in a +1.5 handicap. Halftime/All day Bet You will be winning for a specific group to start to lead the pack or tail at halftime or all day in this bet. Taking a gander at most bookmakers, these wagers have higher chances than the standard match results. It is an incredible experience. End There are so numerous soccer wagers that you can place and win gigantic measures of cash. This will be attached to the groups playing, the chances, and the bookmakers. To study these wagers, you can go to the full rundown and find out additional.
Ohio State's E.J. Liddell responds to disappointed fans after NCAA rivalry setback
Ohio State forward E.J. Liddell responded two or three incensed fans who he said sent him subverting messages following the Buckeyes' first-round exit from the NCAA rivalry Friday, keeping in touch with some degree on his Twitter account, "How could I manage merit this? I'm human." Liddell and the No. 2-developed Buckeyes fell 75-72 in additional chance to No. 15 Oral Roberts in the foremost critical astonishment in the opposition in two years. A brief timeframe later, he shared screen catches of messages he said he got from the two frustrated fans, including one who found a way to truly attack him. Another fan stayed in contact with Liddell: "You are such a f - ing disgrace. Totally never show your face at Ohio State. We scorn you. I believe you fail horrendously I genuinely do." "Comments don't get to me yet I just wanna know why," Liddell made on Twitter. "I've done nothing to anyone in my life to be advanced toward like this. "This isn't me saying anything negative about Ohio State fans. I love you all really and I've felt just appreciated since the essential day I ventured close by." Past Buckeyes star Jared Sullinger was among the people who supported Liddell, forming that a couple of gathering "don't believe you to be a human more like redirection." "Keep on being the youth that you are sibling," Sullinger stayed in contact with Liddell. "Happy for you. Use these messages to fuel your fire." Liddell, a sophomore, had 23 concentrations and 14 ricochet back to lead the Buckeyes, who were runners up in the Huge Ten rivalry and entered Friday's first-round game as 16-point top decisions. sources: https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/ohio-states-ej-liddell-responds-disgruntled-fans-ncaa/story?id=76574770
Ohio State's E.J. Liddell responds to disappointed fans after NCAA rivalry setback
Ohio State forward E.J. Liddell responded two or three incensed fans who he said sent him subverting messages following the Buckeyes' first-round exit from the NCAA rivalry Friday, keeping in touch with some degree on his Twitter account, "How could I manage merit this? I'm human." Liddell and the No. 2-developed Buckeyes fell 75-72 in additional chance to No. 15 Oral Roberts in the foremost critical astonishment in the opposition in two years. A brief timeframe later, he shared screen catches of messages he said he got from the two frustrated fans, including one who found a way to truly attack him. Another fan stayed in contact with Liddell: "You are such a f - ing disgrace. Totally never show your face at Ohio State. We scorn you. I believe you fail horrendously I genuinely do." "Comments don't get to me yet I just wanna know why," Liddell made on Twitter. "I've done nothing to anyone in my life to be advanced toward like this. "This isn't me saying anything negative about Ohio State fans. I love you all really and I've felt just appreciated since the essential day I ventured close by." Past Buckeyes star Jared Sullinger was among the people who supported Liddell, forming that a couple of gathering "don't believe you to be a human more like redirection." "Keep on being the youth that you are sibling," Sullinger stayed in contact with Liddell. "Happy for you. Use these messages to fuel your fire." Liddell, a sophomore, had 23 concentrations and 14 ricochet back to lead the Buckeyes, who were runners up in the Huge Ten rivalry and entered Friday's first-round game as 16-point top decisions. sources: https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/ohio-states-ej-liddell-responds-disgruntled-fans-ncaa/story?id=76574770
Ohio State's E.J. Liddell responds to disappointed fans after NCAA rivalry setback
Ohio State forward E.J. Liddell responded two or three incensed fans who he said sent him subverting messages following the Buckeyes' first-round exit from the NCAA rivalry Friday, keeping in touch with some degree on his Twitter account, "How could I manage merit this? I'm human." Liddell and the No. 2-developed Buckeyes fell 75-72 in additional chance to No. 15 Oral Roberts in the foremost critical astonishment in the opposition in two years. A brief timeframe later, he shared screen catches of messages he said he got from the two frustrated fans, including one who found a way to truly attack him. Another fan stayed in contact with Liddell: "You are such a f - ing disgrace. Totally never show your face at Ohio State. We scorn you. I believe you fail horrendously I genuinely do." "Comments don't get to me yet I just wanna know why," Liddell made on Twitter. "I've done nothing to anyone in my life to be advanced toward like this. "This isn't me saying anything negative about Ohio State fans. I love you all really and I've felt just appreciated since the essential day I ventured close by." Past Buckeyes star Jared Sullinger was among the people who supported Liddell, forming that a couple of gathering "don't believe you to be a human more like redirection." "Keep on being the youth that you are sibling," Sullinger stayed in contact with Liddell. "Happy for you. Use these messages to fuel your fire." Liddell, a sophomore, had 23 concentrations and 14 ricochet back to lead the Buckeyes, who were runners up in the Huge Ten rivalry and entered Friday's first-round game as 16-point top decisions. sources: https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/ohio-states-ej-liddell-responds-disgruntled-fans-ncaa/story?id=76574770
Oregon's Sedona Ruler fires back at NCAA with video of Ladies' Competition weight room
Oregon forward Sedona Ruler posted a video showing the variations between the weight rooms at the People's Competition on Thursday and said there was sufficient space for the NCAA to add greater gear. Ruler, a redshirt sophomore whose Ducks are set to take on South Dakota in San Antonio one week from now, was among those tearing the NCAA for the weight rooms. "I got something to show you all. Along these lines, for the NCAA College basketball, the greatest competition in school ball for ladies … This is our weight room," she said while highlighting one pile of free loads. "Lemme show you all the men's weight room," she said while the video slices to the exercise center at the Men's Competition in Indiana. "Presently when photos of our weight room got delivered versus the men's, the NCAA came out with an assertion saying that it wasn't cash, it was space that was the issue," Sovereign said. She at that point took a video to show what seemed, by all accounts, to be a great deal of room for additional machines, loads and different extras. "Assuming you're not disturbed about this issue, you are a piece of it," she added. The video earned response from Brilliant State Champions star Stephen Curry. At the point when the photos initially began to flood web-based media, the NCAA delivered a proclamation saying it planned to deal with getting more exercise hardware to the ladies' ball players.
Oregon's Sedona Ruler fires back at NCAA with video of Ladies' Competition weight room
Oregon forward Sedona Ruler posted a video showing the variations between the weight rooms at the People's Competition on Thursday and said there was sufficient space for the NCAA to add greater gear. Ruler, a redshirt sophomore whose Ducks are set to take on South Dakota in San Antonio one week from now, was among those tearing the NCAA for the weight rooms. "I got something to show you all. Along these lines, for the NCAA College basketball, the greatest competition in school ball for ladies … This is our weight room," she said while highlighting one pile of free loads. "Lemme show you all the men's weight room," she said while the video slices to the exercise center at the Men's Competition in Indiana. "Presently when photos of our weight room got delivered versus the men's, the NCAA came out with an assertion saying that it wasn't cash, it was space that was the issue," Sovereign said. She at that point took a video to show what seemed, by all accounts, to be a great deal of room for additional machines, loads and different extras. "Assuming you're not disturbed about this issue, you are a piece of it," she added. The video earned response from Brilliant State Champions star Stephen Curry. At the point when the photos initially began to flood web-based media, the NCAA delivered a proclamation saying it planned to deal with getting more exercise hardware to the ladies' ball players.
Oregon's Sedona Ruler fires back at NCAA with video of Ladies' Competition weight room
Oregon forward Sedona Ruler posted a video showing the variations between the weight rooms at the People's Competition on Thursday and said there was sufficient space for the NCAA to add greater gear. Ruler, a redshirt sophomore whose Ducks are set to take on South Dakota in San Antonio one week from now, was among those tearing the NCAA for the weight rooms. "I got something to show you all. Along these lines, for the NCAA College basketball, the greatest competition in school ball for ladies … This is our weight room," she said while highlighting one pile of free loads. "Lemme show you all the men's weight room," she said while the video slices to the exercise center at the Men's Competition in Indiana. "Presently when photos of our weight room got delivered versus the men's, the NCAA came out with an assertion saying that it wasn't cash, it was space that was the issue," Sovereign said. She at that point took a video to show what seemed, by all accounts, to be a great deal of room for additional machines, loads and different extras. "Assuming you're not disturbed about this issue, you are a piece of it," she added. The video earned response from Brilliant State Champions star Stephen Curry. At the point when the photos initially began to flood web-based media, the NCAA delivered a proclamation saying it planned to deal with getting more exercise hardware to the ladies' ball players.