Mountain West Basketball: Conference Bracket Heating Up with Multiple NCAA Tournament Hopefuls
San Diego State Aztecs (Projected Seed: 8-10) boasts multiple Quad 1 wins and a strong strength of schedule, solidifying their NCAA Tournament spot. Their seeding now hinges on Mountain West Tournament performance.
Utah State Aggies (Projected Seed: 7-9) has exceeded expectations, rising in national rankings with impressive offensive efficiency and balanced scoring. Their deep Mountain West Tournament run, despite falling to Colorado State in the title game, supports their tournament position.
New Mexico Lobos (Projected Seed: 10-First Four Out) maintains an at-large bid case with notable wins over tournament-caliber teams. However, their tournament hopes depend heavily on upcoming matchups and Mountain West Tournament showing.
Boise State Broncos (Projected Seed: 8-10) presents a strong resume featuring Quad 1 and Quad 2 victories. While not guaranteed a spot, their defensive excellence makes them an intriguing tournament prospect. Their fate may ultimately depend on the AAC title game between Memphis and UAB, as a UAB victory could potentially eliminate Boise State from tournament consideration.
The Mountain West Conference demonstrates its strength as a competitive mid-major league, potentially sending multiple teams to March Madness. Each team's final regular-season games and conference tournament performance will prove crucial for their NCAA Tournament seeding and inclusion.