The NCAA Tournament is around the corner, prompting fans to finalize their brackets. Among the notable sleeper teams are Gonzaga and New Mexico, both of which have strategies that could lead them deep into the tournament.

Sleeper Team to Avoid: UC San Diego Despite a strong season, UC San Diego may struggle against Michigan’s robust two-big lineup. Although they are popular among No. 12 seed picks, reservations are warranted.

Sleeper Team for First Round: Colorado State Known for their persistence, Colorado State has made the tournament and showcases defensive prowess that could upend No. 5 seed Memphis.

Sleeper Team for Final Four: Gonzaga Maintaining an impressive tournament track record, Gonzaga’s analytical rankings suggest they are better than their current seeding and can overcome tough matches in the early rounds of the tournament.