Gonzaga, Auburn, Georgia Highlight NCAA Projections

Despite Gonzaga's recent back-to-back losses, head coach Mark Few remains optimistic, noting that competitive December games will benefit the Bulldogs as they strive to secure a top seed for the 2025 NCAA Tournament, currently projected as a 2-seed by ESPN’s Joe Lunardi. Conversely, the Georgia Bulldogs are making a strong case for their own NCAA tournament contention, boasting a 10-1 record and a recent dominating victory over Buffalo, with standout performances from freshmen Asa Newell and Somto Cyril. Georgia is projected as an 8-seed in the NCAA Tournament, also receiving significant votes for the top 25 rankings. The SEC conference has shown remarkable strength, with 13 of its 16 teams projected for March Madness, indicating a competitive conference season ahead. Both teams are leveraging new metrics like Wins Above Bubble (WAB) and NET rankings to gauge their performances and potential postseason positioning, with Georgia currently ranked No. 18 and Gonzaga at No. 4. As the conference play approaches, the landscape for NCAA Tournament projections will continue to evolve.