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The West stands out largely for one reason: Gonzaga is the only No. 1 seed that does not come from the A.C.C. The Bulldogs’ high-powered offense may have to pass some interesting tests if Gonzaga is to return to the Final Four for the second time in three seasons: Syracuse’s idiosyncratic matchup zone in the second round; Florida State’s imposing frontcourt; and No. 3 Texas Tech or second-seeded Michigan, which are the top-rated teams in the country in defensive efficiency. If there is something comforting for the Bulldogs, it’s that their journey to the Final Four will start where it did two years ago: Salt Lake City.