
2025 NCAA Tournament Insights: Key Picks, Cinderella Teams, and Upsets
SportsLine's predictive model forecasts compelling outcomes for the upcoming tournament.
The Big South champion High Point Panthers (29.5) aim to cause an upset as a No. 13 seed in the 2025 NCAA Tournament, led by guards Kezza Giffa and D’Maurian Williams who combine for more than 28 points per game. Looking to secure an upset against a struggling Purdue team (22-11), which holds a No. 4 seed despite recent losses.
March Madness Insights
The High Point Panthers have won 14 consecutive games, positioning them as a notable upset candidate in bracket pools. Check out SportsLine for its optimal bracket predictions after simulating every game 10,000 times.
Key Matchups to Watch:
- Mississippi State vs. Baylor: Here we find No. 8 Mississippi State pitted against No. 9 Baylor, featuring standout players like Josh Hubbard and promising freshman VJ Edgecombe.
- BYU vs. VCU: The matchup brings contrasting styles, with BYU’s shooting strengths facing off against VCU’s elite defense.
- Wisconsin vs. Montana: Featuring John Tonje, a player to watch as he tries to lead the Badgers past the Grizzlies.
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