NCAA Tournament March Madness
#48 Vanderbilt
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Projected seed: 7
Vanderbilt’s resume reflects a mix of solid wins and rough patches that make them a bubble team. Victories against TCU and Nevada showcase their potential against competitive squads, which adds credibility to their profile. However, a notable loss to Drake indicates vulnerabilities, particularly on defense, where their performance has been inconsistent. Upcoming matchups are critical—winning against teams like Mississippi State or Missouri could significantly bolster their standing, while losses to higher-ranked opponents like Tennessee or Alabama may harm their chances, especially given their weaker defensive metrics. The road ahead holds both opportunity and risk, making their next few games pivotal in determining their tournament fate.
| Date | Opponent | Ranking | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/4 | MD E Shore | 355 | W102-63 |
| 11/10 | SE Missouri St | 250 | W85-76 |
| 11/13 | California | 107 | W85-69 |
| 11/16 | Jackson St | 291 | W94-81 |
| 11/21 | (N)Nevada | 50 | W73-71 |
| 11/22 | (N)Seton Hall | 190 | W76-60 |
| 11/24 | (N)Drake | 53 | L81-70 |
| 11/29 | Tennessee Tech | 288 | W87-56 |
| 12/4 | @Virginia Tech | 173 | W80-64 |
| 12/8 | (N)TCU | 96 | W83-74 |
| 12/18 | Citadel | 359 | W105-53 |
| 12/21 | Austin Peay | 279 | 72% |
| 12/30 | New Orleans | 341 | 76% |
| 1/4 | @LSU | 60 | 48% |
| 1/7 | Mississippi St | 18 | 49% |
| 1/11 | @Missouri | 57 | 47% |
| 1/15 | South Carolina | 86 | 59% |
| 1/18 | Tennessee | 2 | 40% |
| 1/21 | @Alabama | 11 | 39% |
| 1/25 | Kentucky | 6 | 44% |
| 2/1 | @Oklahoma | 38 | 45% |
| 2/4 | @Florida | 8 | 38% |
| 2/8 | Texas | 49 | 54% |
| 2/11 | Auburn | 1 | 37% |
| 2/15 | @Tennessee | 2 | 32% |
| 2/19 | @Kentucky | 6 | 36% |
| 2/22 | Mississippi | 24 | 50% |
| 2/26 | @Texas A&M | 31 | 43% |
| 3/1 | Missouri | 57 | 55% |
| 3/4 | Arkansas | 43 | 53% |
| 3/8 | @Georgia | 25 | 42% |