As March approaches, the excitement for the NCAA Tournament is reaching a fever pitch. With bubble games in full swing and conference tournaments just around the corner, teams across the nation are either surging or fading. But for the Iowa Hawkeyes, the path to the tournament might be a bit clearer.
The Hawkeyes secured a significant victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers, marking a standout win in Ben McCollum's debut season as head coach. This triumph pushes Iowa to a 19-7 record, potentially solidifying their spot in the NCAA Tournament as the season winds down.
Looking ahead, Iowa faces a challenging road game against Wisconsin this Sunday. Fans are eager to see how the latest ESPN NCAA Tournament bracketology positions the Hawkeyes, especially with a new opponent on the horizon.
Iowa Hawkeyes' Seed and Matchups
In the latest bracket projections:
- No. 1 Arizona is set to face **No.
16 Long Island**.
- **No.
8 Iowa** will take on No. 9 Saint Mary's.
- Other notable matchups include **No. 5 St.
John's** against No. 12 Belmont, and **No.
4 Alabama** squaring off with No. 13 UNC Wilmington.
Top Seeds Overview
The top seeds are shaping up with:
- No. 1 seeds: Michigan, Duke, Houston, Arizona
- No. 2 seeds: Iowa State, UConn, Illinois, Purdue
- No. 3 seeds: Texas Tech, Kansas, Florida, Gonzaga
- No. 4 seeds: Virginia, Michigan State, Alabama, Nebraska
Conference Breakdown
The distribution of teams by conference adds another layer of intrigue:
- Big Ten: 11 teams
- SEC: 11 teams
- ACC: 8 teams
- Big 12: 7 teams
- West Coast: 3 teams
- Big East: 3 teams
As the tournament nears, the stakes are higher than ever. The Hawkeyes have put themselves in a strong position, but they'll need to maintain their momentum to ensure a spot in the Big Dance. With each game carrying significant weight, fans can expect a thrilling ride to the finish line.