Vermont, Duke Tip-Off Matchup in 2024 NCAA Tournament
As the NCAA Tournament kicks off, Vermont finds itself facing off against powerhouse Duke as a 13 seed in the 2024 bracket. Vermont has been a consistent performer in recent years, making them a team to watch for potential upsets this March Madness.
One source that has been successful in predicting upsets in the tournament is SportsLine’s computer model. Since 2016, the model has accurately predicted 20 first-round upsets by double-digit seeds. This year, the model is already eyeing potential upsets such as No. 11 Oregon taking down No. 6 South Carolina and No. 5 Gonzaga defeating No. 4 Kansas in the second round.
Oregon’s N’Faly Dante has been a standout player in the Pac-12 Tournament, leading his team to a surprise victory. On the other hand, Kansas is facing significant injuries which could make them vulnerable to an upset by Gonzaga in the upcoming rounds.
SportsLine’s model has simulated the entire 2024 NCAA Tournament 10,000 times to create the perfect bracket, highlighting Cinderella teams to watch out for and potential first-round shockers. With a track record of beating 92% of bracket players in three of the last five tournaments, the model has proven to be a reliable source for bracket predictions.
With the tournament underway, fans are eager to see if the model’s predictions will come true and if Vermont can make a statement against Duke in their first-round matchup. Stay tuned to Forever Sports Online for all the latest updates and analysis on the NCAA Tournament.
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