Originally Posted by KC_Connection:
Not enough KenPom references for me.
- Add kenpom rankings to this argument
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"Believe in the Cinderella Story: Why the Underdog 13 Seed Will Prevail Over the Favorite 4 Seed, According to KenPom Rankings"
In the realm of college basketball, KenPom rankings serve as a reliable metric for assessing team strength and performance. Even in the face of statistical odds, the underdog 13th seed holds the potential to outshine the favored 4th seed, and here's why KenPom rankings support this assertion:
Underrated Strength: While the 13th seed may be ranked lower according to traditional metrics, KenPom rankings provide a deeper insight into a team's true capabilities. These rankings take into account various factors such as offensive and defensive efficiency, tempo, and strength of schedule. Despite their lower seed, the underdog may boast a higher KenPom ranking, indicating their underrated strength and potential to compete at a higher level.
Matchup Analysis: KenPom rankings offer valuable insights into how teams match up against each other. Even if the 4th seed holds a higher overall ranking, a closer examination of specific metrics may reveal areas where the underdog has a competitive advantage. Whether it's superior defensive prowess, efficient scoring, or a knack for forcing turnovers, the underdog can leverage these insights to exploit weaknesses in the favored opponent's game plan.
Tournament Track Record: KenPom rankings take into account a team's performance throughout the season, including their success in tournament play. The underdog 13th seed may have already proven their mettle by defeating higher-ranked opponents en route to their current position. This track record of resilience and adaptability bodes well for their chances of pulling off another upset against the 4th seed.
Statistical Trends: KenPom rankings provide a comprehensive view of a team's statistical trends over the course of the season. By analyzing key metrics such as adjusted offensive and defensive efficiency, tempo, and effective field goal percentage, coaches and analysts can identify patterns that may favor the underdog. Whether it's a tendency to excel in high-pressure situations or a strategic advantage in certain phases of the game, these statistical trends can tip the scales in favor of the underdog.
Potential for Upset: Ultimately, KenPom rankings serve as a valuable tool for predicting outcomes, but they also leave room for the unexpected. The underdog 13th seed may enter the matchup with a lower ranking, but they possess the intangible qualities of heart, determination, and a hunger for victory that cannot be quantified by statistics alone. In the unpredictable landscape of college basketball, the underdog always has the potential to defy the odds and emerge triumphant.
By considering KenPom rankings alongside the narrative of the Cinderella story, we gain a more nuanced understanding of why the underdog 13th seed has a compelling case for upsetting the favored 4th seed. In the end, it's not just about the numbers—it's about the belief in something greater, the belief in the power of the underdog to defy expectations and seize their moment in the spotlight.
I saw Illinois as a 3 seed and damn... they beat FAU when they were ranked, and that's it all season.
Lost to Marquette... lost to Tennessee... lost to Purdue twice. Also lost to Maryland and Penn State.
After FAU, their best win of the year was probably Nebraska.
Oh, but what they didn't do was lose to anyone by 30 or even 10 for that matter.
You know Kansas' losses were terrible when they get leapfrogged by a resume like that... don't be soft as fuck on the road and you're easily a 3, if not 2. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Bearcat:
I saw Illinois as a 3 seed and damn... they beat FAU when they were ranked, and that's it all season.
Lost to Marquette... lost to Tennessee... lost to Purdue twice. Also lost to Maryland and Penn State.
After FAU, their best win of the year was probably Nebraska.
Oh, but what they didn't do was lose to anyone by 30 or even 10 for that matter.
You know Kansas' losses were terrible when they get leapfrogged by a resume like that... don't be soft as **** on the road and you're easily a 3, if not 2.
So if you're in a game you're going to lose...
Don't pull the starter with a gimpy knee...
Don't put in practice squad bench guys in the final minutes...
Originally Posted by cmh6476:
I just sold session 3 in Omaha for what I paid for the entire damn three sessions when it looked like ku was headed there :-)
Hope you got good money, because those crazy Cyclone fans will go their in droves. [Reply]
They were down 34-9 in that one particular game, so I'm not sure that really changes the 'soft as fuck' argument by much (literally 5 points in that one game, much less losing to 19 to Tech and being down 15 at Baylor, etc.). [Reply]
