NCAA Tournament March Madness
#53 Drake
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Projected seed: 5 (automatic qualifier)
Drake's strong season, highlighted by notable victories against teams like Vanderbilt and Florida Atlantic, has established them as a formidable contender. Their defensive prowess, ranking at the top against opponents, has been a key asset, evidenced by the solid win over Miami FL. However, their low offensive rankings suggest a challenge in putting up points against tougher defenses, which could hamper their effectiveness in a high-pressure tournament setting. Upcoming games, especially against Murray State and Bradley—both potential quad-1 matchups—offer a chance to bolster their resume further. With favorable odds in several remaining contests, consistent performance will be vital in solidifying their position as a strong contender for the NCAA tournament.
| Date | Opponent | Ranking | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/10 | SF Austin | 225 | W66-51 |
| 11/16 | FGCU | 153 | W63-61 |
| 11/21 | (N)Miami FL | 103 | W80-69 |
| 11/22 | (N)FL Atlantic | 83 | W75-63 |
| 11/24 | (N)Vanderbilt | 48 | W81-70 |
| 11/30 | Ga Southern | 235 | W61-47 |
| 12/5 | @Valparaiso | 206 | W66-60 |
| 12/17 | @Kansas St | 92 | W73-70 |
| 12/21 | WI Green Bay | 331 | 75% |
| 12/29 | Belmont | 134 | 64% |
| 1/1 | @IL Chicago | 186 | 59% |
| 1/5 | Murray St | 105 | 61% |
| 1/8 | @Bradley | 75 | 49% |
| 1/11 | Evansville | 308 | 73% |
| 1/15 | Illinois St | 156 | 65% |
| 1/18 | @Indiana St | 201 | 60% |
| 1/22 | Valparaiso | 206 | 67% |
| 1/25 | @Missouri St | 202 | 60% |
| 1/29 | Northern Iowa | 84 | 58% |
| 2/1 | @S Illinois | 183 | 59% |
| 2/4 | @Murray St | 105 | 54% |
| 2/8 | Indiana St | 201 | 67% |
| 2/12 | @Illinois St | 156 | 57% |
| 2/16 | Bradley | 75 | 57% |
| 2/19 | IL Chicago | 186 | 66% |
| 2/23 | @Northern Iowa | 84 | 50% |
| 2/26 | @Evansville | 308 | 67% |
| 3/2 | Missouri St | 202 | 67% |