The Purdue Boilermakers, led by Zach Edey, a strong contender for National Player of the Year, have clinched the No. 1 seed in the Midwest Region for the 2024 NCAA Tournament.
They are aiming for their third-ever Final Four appearance. Alongside Purdue, UConn, Houston, and North Carolina have also secured No. 1 seeds in the 2024 March Madness bracket.
Additionally, Arizona, Iowa State, Tennessee, and Marquette have been named No. 2 seeds.
Under the guidance of head coach and former player Matt Painter, could this be Purdue's most successful NCAA Tournament yet? Or will powerhouse teams like Kansas, Gonzaga, or Creighton stand in their way? Before making your picks for the 2024 NCAA Tournament bracket, consider the insights from SportsLine's proven computer model.
SportsLine's model has conducted 10,000 simulations of every game in the tournament, boasting an impressive track record.
It has outperformed over 92% of CBS Sports brackets in three of the past five tournaments. In the 2023 NCAA Tournament, the model correctly predicted UConn's remarkable Final Four journey as a 4-seed.
It also achieved an impressive 23-9 record in the first round, including a remarkable 12-4 in the Midwest and West regions.
The model has a keen eye for upsets, having accurately predicted 20 first-round upsets by double-digit seeds since its inception in 2016.
With its ability to spot these upsets and provide accurate predictions, relying on luck for your 2024 March Madness picks seems unnecessary.
For instance, the model predicts that No. 3 Creighton will advance to the Final Four from the Midwest Region, defeating teams like Purdue and Tennessee along the way.
Creighton, under the leadership of experienced head coach Greg McDermott, has shown great offensive prowess this season, averaging 80.5 points per game.
In another surprise, the model predicts that No. 5 Gonzaga will overcome No. 4 Kansas in the Midwest.
Kansas has struggled in their recent games, losing four of their last five matches, and has faced challenges on the offensive end, averaging 75.2 points per game.
With the 2024 NCAA bracket unveiled, the model is actively simulating matchups, and the results are available exclusively at SportsLine.
For top picks and insights, including potential upsets and Cinderella stories, consult SportsLine's model before finalizing your bracket for the 2024 NCAA Tournament.