March Madness: Ohio State and Purdue Try to Avoid Colonial Athletic Upsets
By Jason Lisk
EAST REGIONAL- #1 Ohio State vs #8 George Mason (CBS, 5:15)
George Mason has good perimeter players, but no one that can match Sullinger. Also, Ohio State will be able to go to their preferred smaller lineup with shooters surrounding Sullinger, as GMU won’t force Lauderdale into more action. GMU will need to play the game of their lives to win, and hope Diebler and Lighty have a rare off night.
The Pick: Ohio State
WEST REGIONAL- #4 Texas vs #5 Arizona (TNT, 6:10)
This is a star- studded game that should have some NBA scouts. Derrick Williams is the best prospect, but Texas has the next several, and the Longhorns interior defense and depth should be the difference.
The Pick: Texas
SOUTHWEST REGIONAL- #3 Purdue vs #11 VCU (TBS, 7:10)
VCU has won two games to get here, silencing critics. They Aldo got a pretty favorable draw for their style . . . til now. VCU relies on their perimeter players and pressure, and can be beaten on the boards. Purdue has JaJuan Johnson, who should have a distinct advantage in this one.
The Pick: Purdue
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