Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton recently shared some intriguing advice as we gear up for the NCAA tournament. With March Madness kicking off and fans scrambling to finalize their brackets, Haliburton took to social media with a bold suggestion: stick to just one bracket and commit to it. It's a strategy that goes against the grain, as many fans prefer to hedge their bets by entering multiple pools with different picks.
Haliburton, an Iowa State alum, might just be putting his faith in the Cyclones this year. Iowa State is entering the tournament as a No. 2 seed after an impressive 27-7 season, set to face Tennessee State on Friday.
They’re not short on supporters, with ESPN’s Jay Bilas predicting a deep run. Bilas highlighted their defensive prowess, noting their ability to turn turnovers into points.
The only concern? Their shaky free throw shooting.
But with everything else clicking, a Final Four appearance seems within reach.
However, Iowa State isn’t the only team catching analysts' eyes. Arizona is a popular pick, with 10 out of 21 ESPN analysts backing them to win it all.
As of Tuesday afternoon, a significant 19.9% of the public had chosen the Wildcats in ESPN brackets. Yet, Duke remains the top choice, with 24.8% of brackets predicting them to clinch their first national title since 2015.
The Blue Devils, led by Jon Scheyer, boast an impressive 32-2 record and recently extended their winning streak to 11 games with an ACC Championship win over Virginia. Their balanced attack, featuring standout freshman Cameron Boozer, makes them a formidable opponent.
Elsewhere, Michigan has garnered 14.3% of the bracket support, while 7.5% are backing Florida to repeat as champions. Houston, aiming to bounce back from last year’s National Championship Game loss, has 5.9% of fans believing in their redemption story.
As the tournament unfolds, Haliburton’s one-bracket challenge adds an exciting twist to the madness. Whether you’re all in on one team or spreading your bets, the excitement of March is just getting started.