The second half of February is upon us and the forecast for Rutgers men’s basketball is clear skies with mild weather ahead. Two more wins. That’s what is needed over the last five games of the regular season to unofficially clinch the program’s first NCAA Tournament berth in 30 years.
Yes, Rutgers fell out of the AP Top 25 Poll on Monday, but guess what? It means nothing in regard to postseason prospects.
The AP Poll is all about perception, which is certainly relevant in recruiting and the national view, but lacks substance in regard to postseason resume.