The margin for error will be slim inside the iWireless Center in Moline, Ill.
Top-seeded Northern Iowa and No. 2 Drake begin play Friday at the Missouri Valley Conference women’s basketball tournament.
Both teams carry the burden of expectations. And both are aware the Valley is likely to be a one-bid league when it comes to making the NCAA Tournament.
“We talk a lot about just trying to enjoy the moment, and try to play good basketball,” Panthers coach Tanya Warren said. “Whatever else happens, happens. We’re not going to go in looking at it as pressure.