March Madness 2017 NCAA tournament is now in the "Sweet 16" round. Number one seed Gonzaga University is up against West Virginia which is seeded number four. Some pundits believe that there is a possibility of a major upset in this game with the Mountaineers winning over the Bulldogs.
West Virginia Is On A Winning Streak
The West Virginia Mountaineers have defeated Baylor, a top-ranked AP poll team as well as a Kansas second-ranked team. This is the first time in five years that a NCAA basketball team has achieved this feat. In this regard, some analysts believe that the Mountaineers are one of the most dangerous teams in the current March Madness 2107 Sweet 16 bracket.
Winning against these top-ranked teams by no less than 15 points is a feat that should not be ignored. As such, some of the pundits say there is a possibility of a major upset in the first game of the Sweet 16 2017 NCAA tournament. However, Gonzaga University is not expected to give up the game without putting up a fight.
The Gonzaga Bulldogs Are Seeking A First For Their School
Nigel Williams-Goss and the Gonzaga Bulldogs are fighting to the get the first Final Fourth berth in their school's history. This Sweet 16 game may prove to be a tough one with the Mountaineers from West Virginia University blocking their way. Some analysts believe that their matchup with the number four seed in NCAA March Madness 2017 is potentially a high scoring affair.
The Game Could Be Decided By Defense Strategies
West Virginia and Gonzaga are considered to be the most efficient teams in the NCAA as far as offensive plays are concerned. Based on the number of points scored per 100 possessions, Gonzaga University ranks number two, while West Virginia ranks number 27. These statistics were based on the figures published by a reliable sports website.
As both teams are efficient in their offense, the game could be decided by the team which steps up their defensive strategies. Some pundits believe that there will be an upset with the Mountaineer winning over the Bulldogs. However, some analysts have set the score at 77-73, with Gonzaga winning over West Virginia in the first March Madness 2017 Sweet 16 match.
