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It all comes down to this. The emotions of Championship Week are unrivaled. Who doesn’t love the blood, sweat and buzzer beaters? Attempting to peg who will represent their league in the Big Dance, the Big Noise gives his conference tournament leans. Merry March Madness!
The pick — Chattanooga to win Southern Conference Tournament (+300, BetMGM)
The SoCon’s slithering snakes are coiled and poised to strike. Ripping off 11 straight wins to finish the regular season, the Mocs are the league’s hottest team.
Seeking its third NCAA Tournament appearance in 10 years, Terrell Owens U is confident an end-zone spike is near.
Since February 1, only Furman has outperformed Chattanooga in BartTorvik’s BARTHAG. During that span, the Mocs are No. 8 nationally in effective field goal percentage offense, splashing an otherworldly 58.9% on 2-pointers and 40.9% on 3s.
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On the season, they’re also top-15 in assist to field goals made. Floor general Frank Champion has dished out at least five dimes in six of his last seven games.
Not reckless with the ball, Dan Earl’s club rarely points gun at foot. In its last nine games, UTC has turned the rock over on only 12.6% of its possessions. Savvy.
At No. 323 in effective height, Chattanooga’s defense and rebounding, predictably, are areas of weakness. However, if it continues to emit fire when in possession, it’s a viable candidate to score the SoCon jackpot at Harrah’s Cherokee Center in Asheville. Keep in mind: Honor Huff, Garrison Keeslar and Jack Kostel each shoot at least 38% from distance.
Offensively potent and often lethal from downtown, the Mocs are venomous reptiles who are ready to sink teeth. Given the sexy 3-to-1 odds, they’re worth charming.