Well well well, look what we have here. It’s a little something called the 2022 NCAA tournament bracket. And guess what? It’s printable! That’s right, folks, you can print out this bad boy and fill it in with your predictions for March Madness.
First Things First: The Basics
Before we dive into the juicy details, let’s go over some basic info about the bracket. It’s a single-elimination tournament with 68 teams competing for the championship title. The First Four games will take place on March 15-16, and the Final Four will be held on April 2 and 4. The championship game will be played on April 4 in New Orleans. Got it? Good.
Now, let’s get to the fun stuff.
The Contenders
As always, there are some clear favorites heading into the tournament. Gonzaga, Baylor, and Duke are all looking strong and are expected to make a deep run. But hey, this is March Madness we’re talking about – anything can happen. Don’t be surprised if a dark horse team like Loyola Chicago or San Diego State makes a surprising run.
One team to keep an eye on is Michigan State. They had a bit of a rocky start to the season, but they have been playing some solid basketball as of late. Plus, they’ve got the legendary coach Tom Izzo on their side. Can they make another magical tournament run?
The Upsets
One of the best things about March Madness is the upsets. You know, when a 15-seed knocks off a 2-seed and the entire country collectively loses their minds. So, who will be this year’s Cinderella team?
We don’t have a crystal ball, but we do have some predictions. Keep an eye on teams like Belmont, UC Santa Barbara, and Liberty. These squads may not be household names, but they could be the ones causing the bracket-busting upsets.
The Sleepers
Then there are the sleeper teams. These are the squads that aren’t getting a whole lot of love from the experts, but they have the potential to surprise a lot of people.
This year, watch out for teams like Florida State, Oregon, and UConn. These teams have some serious talent and could make some noise in the later rounds of the tournament.
The Potential Matchups
Of course, we can’t forget about the potential matchups that have everyone salivating.
Duke vs. Gonzaga? Sign us up. And how about Illinois vs. Baylor? Yes, please. We also wouldn’t mind seeing a rematch of the 2021 championship game between Baylor and Gonzaga. Bring on the drama!
The Final Four Picks
Now, it’s time for the moment of truth – our Final Four picks. Keep in mind, these could change at any moment (or after we see how our brackets are shaping up).
Here’s who we’re going with:
- Gonzaga
- Kentucky
- Baylor
- Purdue
Will these picks make us look like geniuses or fools? Only time will tell.
Print It Out and Get Ready
Alright, that’s enough talk for now. It’s time to print out that bracket, grab a pen, and start making your predictions. Who will be this year’s champion? Will there be any shocking upsets or amazing buzzer-beaters? The only way to find out is to watch the games and enjoy the madness.
So, get ready for some heart-stopping, nail-biting, madness-inducing basketball. It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
