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March Madness Nears: Bruins Near Lock, Trojans Fight for Bid
27 Feb
Summary
- UCLA Bruins hold a 91% chance of an at-large bid to the tournament.
- USC Trojans' chances for an at-large bid are currently at 20%.
- The Bruins and Trojans will face off again on March 7.

With March just days away, both the UCLA Bruins and USC Trojans men's basketball teams are vying for a spot in the NCAA Tournament. UCLA is in a strong position, with their chances of securing an at-large bid estimated at 91%, significantly boosted by recent wins over Illinois and USC.
The Trojans, however, are in a tougher spot. Despite a recent win streak, losses to Ohio State, Illinois, Oregon, and UCLA have reduced their at-large bid chances to 20%. USC still has crucial games remaining, including another matchup against UCLA on March 7, which could significantly impact their tournament aspirations.
Selection Sunday, the official announcement of tournament teams, is scheduled for March 15, leaving a narrow window for teams like USC to improve their standing. The Bruins appear to be in good shape, while the Trojans must win out and hope for favorable outcomes elsewhere.




