Kentucky Rises to Three-Seed in ESPN Bracketology

Indiana basketball faced a challenging week, achieving a surprising 71-67 victory over No. 11 Michigan State but subsequently losing 72-68 to UCLA. This split left Indiana with a 6-9 record, but their win against Michigan State eased concerns about their chances of missing the Big Ten Tournament entirely. Though they still face a tough road ahead, the Hoosiers could potentially secure a spot in the tournament with a strong finish. Virginia Tech also struggled, losing to rival Virginia and dropping to 12th place in the ACC, but they remain in contention for a top-nine seed. Meanwhile, Kentucky improved its NCAA Tournament prospects, moving up to a three-seed following a win over Tennessee, indicating a positive trend as March approaches. Overall, teams are jockeying for position as they aim for favorable tournament placements.