The race for the top seed in the NCAA Tournament is getting intense, with Team A (Arizona), Team B (Tennessee), and Team C (UNC) vying for the coveted position. However, a recent chart analysis has highlighted that Arizona's Quad 3 loss at Oregon State puts them at a disadvantage compared to the other two contenders who have only suffered setbacks within the first two quads.

Adding to Arizona's woes are their losses to Stanford and USC, which has led many analysts to believe that it will come down to either the Volunteers or the Tar Heels securing the top seed. In this incredibly tight battle, North Carolina's nonconference home win over Tennessee could serve as the de facto tiebreaker, though it's still a close call.

For now, the experts are leaning towards the Vols, citing their stronger wins, higher resume average, and participation in a tougher conference. However, it's crucial to note that the final decision may hinge on how both teams perform in their upcoming conference tournaments this week.

Meanwhile, the conference tournaments are well underway, and we congratulate Morehead State, Longwood, Drake, and Stetson for securing the first four official spots in the 2024 NCAA Tournament. These teams, indicated in green on the seed list, have clinched automatic bids and are eagerly awaiting the matchups ahead.

The standout among these teams is Drake, who was considered the most notable of the group. As the final at-large team in the past two weeks, their inclusion in the tournament has proven their worth. While Indiana State remains on the bubble and will anxiously wait until Selection Sunday, experts believe that with their impressive rankings in the NET and Strength of Record, the Sycamores should still receive an invitation—unless there are too many bid thieves vying for their spot.

The excitement isn't limited to the bubble teams, as Texas A&M has managed to claw its way back into the tournament conversation. With a record of 18-13, the Aggies possess five Quad 1 wins and a .500 road record against a top-20 schedule, as per the NET rankings. Victories over prominent teams such as Iowa State, Tennessee, and Kentucky have bolstered their resume. However, their fate, along with bubble teams like Villanova, Wake Forest, New Mexico, and Colorado, hangs in the balance and will depend on their performance in their respective conference tournaments.

As Selection Sunday looms closer, the anticipation builds, with fans eagerly waiting to see which teams will secure the remaining spots in the NCAA Tournament. It is the unpredictability of these conference tournaments that make this week so thrilling for college basketball enthusiasts across the nation.