NCAA Tournament March Madness
#87 McNeese St
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Projected seed: 12 (automatic qualifier)
McNeese State's season has been a mixed bag so far, with early losses to stronger opponents like North Dakota State and Alabama, showcasing both resilience and vulnerability. Their solid defensive ranking indicates they have the ability to stifle opposing offenses, which is crucial in conference play. Upcoming games, particularly their contests against Santa Clara and Mississippi State, offer significant opportunities to bolster their resume—wins in these matchups would greatly enhance their credibility. Furthermore, facing teams like New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana, whom they are favored against, is vital for building momentum. However, their overall success will depend on consistently capitalizing on these chances while navigating the challenges posed by their conference schedule.
| Date | Opponent | Ranking | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/4 | (N)S Dakota St | 116 | L80-73 |
| 11/11 | @Alabama | 19 | L72-64 |
| 11/18 | North Texas | 104 | W68-61 |
| 11/22 | (N)Illinois St | 149 | W76-68 |
| 12/3 | Santa Clara | 137 | 59% |
| 12/14 | (N)Mississippi St | 24 | 39% |
| 12/22 | @Louisiana | 346 | 70% |
| 12/28 | New Orleans | 324 | 73% |
| 12/30 | SE Louisiana | 248 | 67% |
| 1/4 | @TX A&M Commerce | 282 | 62% |
| 1/6 | @Northwestern LA | 256 | 60% |
| 1/11 | Nicholls St | 204 | 64% |
| 1/13 | @Houston Chr | 336 | 68% |
| 1/18 | Lamar | 257 | 68% |
| 1/20 | SF Austin | 227 | 66% |
| 1/25 | @UTRGV | 127 | 50% |
| 1/27 | @TAM C. Christi | 184 | 55% |
| 2/1 | @Nicholls St | 204 | 57% |
| 2/3 | Incarnate Word | 240 | 67% |
| 2/8 | Northwestern LA | 256 | 68% |
| 2/10 | TX A&M Commerce | 282 | 69% |
| 2/15 | @New Orleans | 324 | 66% |
| 2/17 | @SE Louisiana | 248 | 60% |
| 2/22 | TAM C. Christi | 184 | 63% |
| 2/24 | UTRGV | 127 | 58% |
| 3/1 | @Lamar | 257 | 61% |
| 3/3 | @SF Austin | 227 | 58% |