The SEC’s bubble teams made a strong push in the final week of the regular season, improving their chances of making the NCAA Tournament. With 12 probable bids, the SEC could set a record for the most teams from one conference in the tournament. Texas is in a dire situation after a loss to Oklahoma, while the Sooners boosted their own chances with a key victory.
Arkansas and Georgia also improved their standing with important wins, while Vanderbilt remains secure despite a two-loss week. The upcoming SEC tournament in Nashville will be crucial for teams on the bubble, with potential bid thieves lurking.
The bracket for the tournament includes matchups such as Texas vs. Vanderbilt and Oklahoma vs. Georgia. The top four seeds will join the tournament on Friday, with Auburn likely to remain the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament. Florida, Alabama, and Tennessee are in contention for a No. 1 seed as well, with Florida currently holding the edge.
Each of these teams will need multiple wins in Nashville to boost their resumes and improve their tournament seeding. The SEC tournament promises to be an exciting event with high stakes for many teams vying for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
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