Rock Chalk Terriers: Southwest Region Bracket Breakdown

Tulsa here we come! If you haven't heard, our BU Terriers men's basketball team was awarded a 16 seed and a shot at the Kansas Jayhawks in the NCAA Tournament on Friday at 6:50. SO I'll start the week by breaking down the Terriers' region, the Southwest, and move along as the week goes on. (Word to the wise: this doesn't necessarily represent my actual bracket BS(R)SBers whop are in our bracket pool)

Who's gonna win?:

• Notre Dame--after 12 games against the top 25 and a 7-5 record in those games, Notre Dame has proven themselves this year. Kansas has only played 5 against top teams, with a 3-2 record.

Other Contenders:

• Kansas: Coming in 32-2 with your worst loss against a tournament 5 seed is still a pretty decent pedigree. This is a team that's been deep in the tourney many times and knows how to get there.
• Purdue: Even without Robbie Hummel this team has still found a way to win this year. If they could beat OSU, they have the potential to go as far as the Final Four

Deeper Darkhorse:

• Georgetown: If Chris Wright is really better, this is a team that could beat almost any team in the region. Certainly they would not be a surprise to make it to the Elite Eight.

Upset Special:

• Richmond: Don't sleep on these guys. They are a very good 27-7 team from the A-10. If they get past Vandy, they certainly are capable of beating UL and providing a stiff challenge to Kansas in the Sweet 16.