Now that the 2017 NCAA tournament bracket is unveiled, it’s time to examine the East Region, where the Wisconsin Badgers have been tabbed as the No. 8 seed. Here is a breakdown of the 16 teams to get you better acquainted with the opponents Wisconsin would be facing if it advances throughout March—and, hopefully, April.
Buffalo, N.Y.
No. 1 Villanova vs. No. 16 Mount Saint Mary’s/New Orleans
Thursday, 6:10 p.m. CT
Villanova (31-3, 15-3 Big East) is the defending national champion and has been playing with the potential to repeat all season behind senior guard Josh Hart, a favorite to win the Naismith Award.