I just don’t feel like that’s a big problem. If you beat 3 good OOC teams, that means you’re more competitive. Years ago, teams would play cupcake OOC schedules and get into the tournament by generally being .500 in conference (at least for the ACC). The arguments back then were all about OOC SOS to matter more. If that is the case, then that should raise the importance of early season games.
My view is the process has gone too far counting early season games. Yes we want teams to play good non conference games but it’s only 1/3rd of the season.
Good for them
Agree 100%. Mississippi St proved over a 10 week period that they are a below average SEC team. Below average teams in any conference should not be considered for the national championship tournament.
Below average teams in underperforming conferences should be excluded. Below average teams in over performing conferences need significant review for inclusion. It’s only fair.
NCSU is single-handedly showing the world what is wrong with over weighting early season games. TBH, the way they’re playing, I’d not be surprised to see them take it all. Just like the Braves in 2021, they gelled midseason and are tearing it up now.
Always have.
Duke has adjusted, but Snead being out has changed Houston.
Prior years should have zero impact on current year selections.
So it's ok to get it wrong year after year after year and not change the process. I get it now.
Definitely hurt. I am really though looking at rebounding 5050 balls who’s competing that kind of stuff and Duke is matching them