St. John's least likely No. 2 seed to lose
In recent men's basketball tournaments, No. 15 seeds have upset No. 2 seeds three times since 2021. This year, St. John's is considered the least likely No. 2 seed to lose, having won nine straight games. St. John's strong defense and rebounding make them a tough opponent. Omaha, their challenger, struggles defensively, which could lead to a difficult game for them. Other matchups include Alabama, known for high-scoring games, facing Robert Morris, who may struggle to keep up. Michigan State is expected to perform well against Bryant, while Wofford could pose a challenge to Tennessee if they control the game's pace.