No. 11 seeds historically upset No. 6 seeds

In the men's basketball tournament, No. 11 seeds have a strong record in the first round. They have won 61 games, compared to 55 wins for No. 12 seeds. This trend suggests that choosing an No. 11 seed to upset a No. 6 seed is often a smart move. Last year, three No. 6 seeds lost in the first round, including North Carolina State, which reached the Final Four as an No. 11 seed. This year, teams like Missouri should be careful, as they face tough opponents. Missouri will play against Drake, which prefers a slower game pace. If Drake can take an early lead, they might frustrate Missouri's fast style of play. While many analysts see Missouri winning, this matchup is particularly interesting. Another potential upset is VCU against BYU. VCU is known for creating turnovers and has a strong defense against three-point shooting. BYU struggles with turnovers and defending the three-point line, making this an excellent matchup for VCU. Illinois, on the other hand, might be in trouble. They can look great at times but also struggle significantly with their three-point shooting. They are matched against either Texas or Xavier, both of which are strong teams. If Illinois does not improve their shooting, they may be heading home early.