RollWithEm

Alright, here's the thing I must confess about Steve Francis v. Foster/Elson: I cheated and looked to the next couple rounds. This one-seeded team is probably going to need some size (desperately) as they move forward in this tournament. In retrospect, I probably shouldn't have done that since no one else has the benefit of seeing the other match-ups. Also, the talent gap between Francis and Foster/Elson is pretty significant. I guess I over-reacted. Still, I would keep Foster because this team will need him for offensive rebounding and dirty work.

Now, Najee asked for a scenario where this game would not be a rout. What if Coach K convinced Brand, Avery, and Maggette to stay in school another year for a shot at the title? That would seriously bolster the 2000 squad, and I think Avery would've had a better shot of making it in the league with one more year in the ACC. I think 1999 still wins, but not by as much. Also, this would not be a 1/8 match-up in that scenario. It would quickly become something more like a 2/7 or even a 3/6.

Also, Najee asked why Posey made the team statistically over Rip. Actually, their best season were pretty similar in terms of % rates, efficiency, and raw production per minute. All other things being equal, Posey got in because his defensive ratings are better (albeit slightly). It was a close call, though.

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But that's just me.