I think the UMBC games has put a scare into all the top teams – because they are coming out strong.   Villanova ran away from Alabama in the second half, Duke never let Rhode Island get close, Kentucky has been strong in the first half against Buffalo, and Tennessee has jumped out to an early lead against Loyola – Chicago.

Doesn’t lead to exciting watching of basketball games (well, unless you are fans of Villanova, Duke, Kentucky or Tennessee – then it is the most awesome basketball game ever).  But it does lead to a more comfortable day of watching the games and not thinking about how badly your bracket will get destroyed today.  🙂

Vegas did predict the evening games would be a little closer – so maybe we will still have some excitement – even if it is simply a game that is close.