**BUBBLE BLOWUP ALERT: 3 Big 12 Teams on the Brink of Elimination**
The NCAA Tournament picture is becoming increasingly clearer, but for three Big 12 teams, the road to March Madness is looking eerily narrow. According to our latest tournament projection, Oklahoma State, West Virginia, and TCU find themselves precariously situated on the bubble, with their NCAA Tournament futures hanging precariously in the balance.
For Oklahoma State, the stakes are particularly high. After a promising 4-2 start in Big 12 play, the Cowboys have dropped three of their last four contests, including an embarrassing defeat to cellar-dwelling Iowa State. This slide has sent their RPI tumbling to a dismal 62nd nationwide, making it increasingly tough for the school’s selection committee to justify an at-large bid. If the Cowboys fail to rebound and secure a few crucial victories in their final four regular season games, they may find themselves on the outside looking in.
West Virginia is also facing significant challenges. Despite boasting a formidable defense that ranks 15th nationally in adjusted efficiency, the Mountaineers are struggling on offense, with their scoring woes evident in their recent 67-57 loss to Oklahoma. If they’re unable to revamp their anemic scoring attack, their chances of snaring a bid dwindle with each passing day. The school’s RPI currently stands at 55, which, while not disastrous, pales in comparison to the more robust numbers enjoyed by fellow bubble dwellers.
TCU, meanwhile, is navigating uncharted waters following the shocking departure of its coach, Jamie Dixon. This power vacuum has left the Horned Frogs reeling, resulting in three consecutive losses that have left them teetering on the edge of irrelevance. While they still boast a respectable 7-5 record in conference play, TCU’s RPI (48) is a testament to the inconsistent nature of their season. If the team can’t find a way to recapture the magic that defined their early-season victories, their NCAA Tournament hopes will likely go up in flames.
In conclusion, time is running out for these three Big 12 teams. With each passing game, their NCAA Tournament prospects are dwindling. The stakes are high, and the road ahead looks treacherous. If you’re among the millions of fans still clinging to the hope of seeing your team on Selection Sunday, now’s the time to take action – follow your favorite program, cheer them on to victory, and hold on for dear life. Because in a Big 12 bubble that’s as fragile as a house of cards, any mistake could be disastrous.
