Ready to build a bracket that puts everyone else's to shame? We've teamed up with PoolGenius to bring you top-tier analysis and bracket optimization strategies for the 2024 NCAA Tournament. Ryan Wormeli and guest Jason Lisk (@JasonLIsk) help you learn which teams are flying under the radar and how to navigate potential upset matchups. They will give you the analytical edge you need to outsmart the competition. Don't just fill out your bracket; master it with insights from the Pros!
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Introduction - 0:00:00
Initial Reactions - 0:02:05
Toughest Region? - 0:03:25
Top seed with the most favorable draw - 0:04:05
Thoughts on Wisconsin and Iowa St. as sleepers? - 0:05:30
Snubs - 0:07:45
Most exciting first-round matchup? - 0:10:00
Most interesting potential post-first-round matchup? - 0:10:47
Most vulnerable No. 1 seed? - 0:11:45
What do most people get wrong when it comes to bracket pool strategy? - 0:13:20
Favorite 1st round upset picks - 0:19:13
Thoughts on the bottom half of the South Region - 0:21:05
What is PoolGenius' process to identify the best picks? - 0:24:01
Will Grand Canyon upset Saint Mary's? - 0:30:15
Who will win the NIT? - 0:31:05
How much should coaching be factored into how far teams go in the tournament? - 0:32:05
Tournament Picks - 0:34:34
Which No. 13 seeds have the best chance to upset No. 4 seeds? - 0:36:45
Is UConn overvalued? - 0:39:28
Which high seed (outside of UConn) and longshot could win the tournament? - 0:41:17
Which No. 7 seeds or lower have a great shot to make the Final Four? - 0:43:03
Final thoughts - 0:45:16
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