All year long we have projected multiple bids for the delightfully entertaining and underrated Colonial League. Tonight's ESPN-U tilt between VCU and George Mason will have some impact on that possibility. Mason has been great in conference play (until their recent 2-game slide), and has some name recognition hangover from their epic 2006 tourney run. VCU is in fourth place in the league, and this is a problem. Aside from VCU (and William & Mary, whose in-league play eliminate them from the discussion) only Old Dominion has the non-conference resume to merit at-large consideration. But with Northeastern, Drexel and Mason lurking towards the top of the standings, it gets tougher to make the case for the VCU Rams.
Tonight's game is an absolute must-win for VCU's at-large chances. In some quiet, near-silent corner I imagine CAA brass are rooting for the Rams as well tonight. it's the league's best chance for two at-large contenders.
Want to know who is definitely NOT rooting for the Rams? Clemson, Northwestern, Minnesota, Louisville, Cincinnati, Notre Dame, South Florida, et. all. This game has far reaching bubble implications.
If you want a high-level, well-played game to tune into tonight before Purdue v. Michigan State, flip over to ESPN-U and enjoy.
Maniac's Pick: George Mason + 4
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