Game Thread: Northwestern vs. Minnesota

[Davidgolds5]

Never thought we would be at least dreaming of the tourney so it’s fun to do so, but I recall a similar Iowa team beating us last year at home so this is a tough task Friday. They are always well coached.

 

[Secho99]

Does 1 BTT win move the needle at all? I can see 3, or even 2 improving things. But 1, would that not be against a bad team, therefore really just going par for the course and not really improving anything? I am not versed at all in the subject matter!

If we qualify for the BTT, which would obviously happen by going 3-0 from here on out, the first game will be quad 2 in the NET, which would be added to quad 2 (Iowa), quad 1 (UCLA) and quad 1 (Maryland) wins. There wouldn't be many bubble teams with those kind of results down the stretch. Of course it also depends a lot on other teams near the bubble, stolen auto bids, etc.

I think winning the next 3 + 1 BTT gets us to the very edge, and it could go either way. 3 + 2 we're at least in Dayton.

There's also probably some scenario that allows for a loss to Maryland and still being in the Dayton discussion with 2 home wins and 2 BTT wins. But losing either home game likely shuts the door for good.