March Madness is in full swing as the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA basketball tournament is underway, bringing fans one step closer to the highly anticipated Final Four. With all four No. 1 seeds still in the running, the competition promises to be fierce as teams fight for a spot in the championship game.
One team that has been turning heads this year is the 11th seed NC State, which has been surprising fans with their impressive performances. They are set to face off against the No. 2 seed Marquette in what is sure to be a thrilling matchup.
As the excitement builds, USA TODAY Sports experts have weighed in with their predictions for the Sweet 16 games. Some of the top picks include Arizona, UConn, North Carolina, Alabama, Illinois, and Iowa State. However, the experts are split on some of the matchups, adding to the unpredictability of the tournament.
With the stakes higher than ever, fans can expect to see intense battles on the court as teams give it their all to advance to the Final Four. Stay tuned to see which teams will come out on top and make their mark in this year’s March Madness tournament.
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