In terms of under-the-radar success, Xavier might be one of the most quietly impressive programs in both the Midwest and nation as a whole.
In eight years under Chris Mack, the Musketeers have had just one season with less than 23 wins and have qualified for the tournament seven times, reaching the Sweet 16 four of those times including on Saturday night.
After taking over following the departure of Sean Miller to Arizona, Mack has built up one of the best programs in the Midwest. But with a history that hardly deviates from Cincinnati, would Mack make the jump to Bloomington?