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Published Mar 18, 2024
Early Interesting Analytics from the NCAA Tournament Schedule
David Sisk  •  TarHeelIllustrated
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After weeks of guessing and speculation, we now know what the NCAA Tournament schedule looks like. With it comes the subsequent bracket contests, and the opening weekend, which is one of the best times on the entire sports calendar.

Guessing is fun, but for the analytical nerds services like KenPom are go-to staples for those looking for an edge. His Adjusted Efficiency Margin, which combines Adjusted Offensive and Adjusted Defensive Efficiencies, is a statistical rubric we have followed closely throughout the season.

Once again, we turn to those numbers as we attempt to get a feel for the opening two rounds of the Big Dance:

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