deskgameRiding on a career season from superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor, a breakout campaign from Mark Vientos, and a career season from Sean Manaea, among other heroics, there is tremendous optimism heading into the offseason. The positive buzz surrounding the team might be at its highest since the Mike Piazza era.
deskgameNo. 2-ranked Auburn (14-1) has lit the court on fire throughout its 14-1 start, including marquee wins over Houston, North Carolina, Iowa State and Purdue. The Tigers’ only loss came on the road against Duke.
deskgameThe Tide’s difficult non-conference schedule should have it ready for the step up in competition against SEC foes. Alabama has already squared off with Purdue, Illinois, Houston, Oregon, North Carolina and Creighton.
deskgameNotre Dame has the best passing defense nationally and is sixth offensively in points per drive. Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton played well in the SEC Championship game, but the Fighting Irish are a little better on both sides of the ball.
deskgameLook for the Nets to try and exploit individual matchups when possible. They are tied for third in the NBA in points per possession on isolation possessions.
