March Madness has arrived, and the best week in sports has arrived. What are the key storylines in the Midwest region of the NCAA Tournament and who will ultimately prevail to make an appearance in Phoenix?
No week of basketball offers the same level of drama, excitement and sheer number of games than the first week of the NCAA tournament.
Starting from Selection Sunday through the “First Four” and opening two rounds of the tournament, this week offers everything a basketball fan could desire.
With the finalization of the bracket Sunday, the four regions are set.
Out in the Midwest, teams will play their opening rounds throughout the country before the winners meet in Kansas City for the Sweet Sixteen.
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Who are the favorites in the Midwest region? What are some major storylines to keep an eye on? And ultimately who will win the Midwest and travel to Phoenix for the Final Four?