NCAA Tournament March Madness
#102 Rutgers
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Projection: likely out
Rutgers presents a perplexing case this season with a clear split between their defensive acumen and offensive struggles. Their defensive prowess, among the best in the nation, is offset by an offense that often sputters, creating inconsistency in outcomes. Key matchups did provide chances for Rutgers to boost their resume, yet the outcomes were a mixed bag. Beating a high-caliber Indiana team and earning tough road victories at Seton Hall and Maryland were highlights that showcased their potential. However, losses to Illinois, Purdue (twice), and Ohio State reflect their struggles against the upper echelon in a challenging Big Ten. Additionally, concerning were losses against lower-ranked Big Ten opponents and a sub-.500 record that speak volumes. Given these results, it's tough to envision a favorable selection for Rutgers without a deep conference tournament run, which could give the committee pause considering their clear limitations on the offensive end and their inability to consistently top quality opposition.
Date | Opponent | Ranking | Outcome |
---|---|---|---|
11/6 | (N)Princeton | 54 | L68-61 |
11/10 | Boston Univ | 299 | W69-45 |
11/12 | Bryant | 160 | W66-57 |
11/15 | Georgetown | 219 | W71-60 |
11/18 | Howard | 263 | W85-63 |
11/27 | St Peter's | 212 | W71-40 |
12/2 | Illinois | 8 | L76-58 |
12/6 | @Wake Forest | 44 | L76-57 |
12/9 | @Seton Hall | 56 | W70-63 |
12/16 | LIU Brooklyn | 344 | W83-61 |
12/23 | (N)Mississippi St | 21 | L70-60 |
12/30 | Stonehill | 359 | W59-58 |
1/3 | @Ohio St | 48 | L76-72 |
1/6 | @Iowa | 58 | L86-77 |
1/9 | Indiana | 83 | W66-57 |
1/14 | @Michigan St | 28 | L73-55 |
1/17 | Nebraska | 25 | W87-82 |
1/21 | @Illinois | 8 | L86-63 |
1/28 | Purdue | 2 | L68-60 |
1/31 | Penn St | 85 | L61-46 |
2/3 | @Michigan | 132 | W69-59 |
2/6 | @Maryland | 66 | W56-53 |
2/10 | Wisconsin | 19 | W78-56 |
2/15 | Northwestern | 33 | W63-60 |
2/18 | @Minnesota | 91 | L81-70 |
2/22 | @Purdue | 2 | L96-68 |
2/25 | Maryland | 66 | L63-46 |
2/29 | Michigan | 132 | W82-52 |
3/3 | @Nebraska | 25 | L67-56 |
3/7 | @Wisconsin | 19 | L78-66 |
3/10 | Ohio St | 48 | L73-51 |
3/13 | (N)Maryland | 66 | L65-51 |