I jumped on the Florida bandwagon late. Brian pegged them early but I had questions about exactly who would be on the roster. I've been calling them the eventual champs since December and will stick with that.
The numbers favor the Gators pretty heavily. UConn certainly has a chance to win this game. Anytime you have Shabazz Napier, you have a chance. DeAndre Daniels has been a stud the last few weeks and the Huskies size can be a problem for the Gators.
UConn makes 77% of their free throws. Florida makes 67%. Numbers to know.
The Pick: Florida 68 UConn 63
WISCONSIN vs. KENTUCKY-
For the sake of America, it sounds like Wisconsin better win. Well, at least according to local radio personalities. College is for college students, damnit!
This is basically a toss-up by the numbers with Wisconsin a slight favorite. You'll probably hear talk about tempo but Kentucky only averages about 1.5 more possession per game. Both teams will run given the chance but can perform in the half court.
Kentucky is slightly better on defense and rebounding while Wisconsin is a better offense. Kentucky is average at protecting the ball and can't give away possessions. Kentucky has also shot over its head from 3 in the tournament. For most of the season, they didn't rely heavily on the 3. Is it fool's gold and will they rely too heavily on it against Wisconsin? Wisconsin is vulnerable inside. Kentucky can't get jump shot happy.
Wisconsin's defense has been much better in the tournament. Kentucky's offense has been much better. Fascinating matchup for the soul of America.
The Pick: Wisconsin 71 Kentucky 66
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