Pure Bracket Team Profiles

Florida no longer plays at a blazing pace, but the slower tempo has helped them become a vastly improved defensive team. KeVaughn Allen is the veteran on this team that has a true mix of seniors and freshmen. If Jalen Hudson can regain his old scoring touch, it would be a major boost for coach Mike White. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Florida

Saint Mary’s is heating up at the right time and if they get the lead in a game, they rarely give it up. They shocked Gonzaga in the WCC Tournament, avenging a 48 point loss earlier in the season. Jordan Ford is an exciting ball handler and scorer. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Saint Mary’s

Iowa won’t wow you with talent, but they are a smart team. Tyler Cook, Jordan Bohannon, and Luka Garza all have solid offensive skills and experience. They were 11-0 outside of the Big Ten and their efficiency is something that allows them to do well against more talented teams. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Iowa

Florida State plays as hard as any team in the country, but their athleticism and talent only takes them so far. Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo’s nephew Mfiondu Kabengele is a 6-10 force and Terance Mann is a 6-7 guard who can light it up. If Trent Forrest heats up, the Seminoles can go far. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Florida State

Iona comes out of the MAAC, but their pace gives other teams fits. Their overall record isn’t great, but they head into the tournament on a 9 game win streak. EJ Crawford, Rickey McGill, and Tajuan Agee give the Gaels good balance. They are a bit under the radar, but their late season play makes them a confident bunch. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Iona

Maryland has a couple of future NBA bigs in Bruno Fernando and Jalen Smith. Anthony Cowan runs the show and loves taking big shots. The Terps play tough defense but need to watch their turnovers or they’ll have a quick exit from the tournament. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Maryland

Wofford represents the Southern Conference and they feature sharpshooter Fletcher Magee, who has over 500 three-pointers in his career and is on the verge of breaking the all-time NCAA record for threes. They play at a slow pace but are among the leaders in points and scoring margin. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Wofford

Vermont has used a stingy defense to fuel a major hot streak heading into the tournament. And they have a true star in 6-6 junior forward Anthony Lamb. Since Lamb arrived on campus, the Catamounts have made the NCAA Tournament two out of his three seasons. While they could be a tough first round opponent, they likely won’t go far in the tournament. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Vermont

Central Florida is coached by former Duke star Johnny Dawkins and they feature 7-6 center Tacko Fall, who is a defensive force in the paint and the leading field goal shooter in the country. He has an 8-foot wide wingspan and is the tallest players in college basketball or the NBA. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Central Florida

Kentucky is loaded with future NBA talent. PJ Washington, Tyler Herro, Keldon Johnson, Ashton Hagens, EJ Montgomery, and 6-11 Nick Richards all seemed destined for “The Association.” Coach John Calipari is still working out which rotations will work best, but it’s a good problem to have. Leadership is provided by senior forward Reid Travis. The ‘Cats are a legitimate threat to … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Quick Hitters: Kentucky