<2>The Definitive Guide To March Madness Metrics On Selection Sunday 2026
<3>Introduction to March Madness Selection Sunday
The most anticipated day in college basketball is finally here – Selection Sunday. The culmination of weeks of thrilling games, upsets, and nail-biting finishes comes down to this one day, where the NCAA Selection Committee reveals the 68 teams that will compete for the national championship. But what makes a team worthy of a spot in the tournament? In this article, we’ll delve into the key metrics that the Selection Committee uses to determine the teams that make the cut.
<3>NET Rankings: The Ultimate Metric
The NET (NCAA Evaluation Tool) rankings are the most widely used metric in determining a team’s strength. Developed by the NCAA, NET takes into account a team’s performance in several key areas, including:
– Margin of victory
– Margin of defeat
– Strength of schedule
– Home and away performance
– Net efficiency
NET rankings provide a comprehensive picture of a team’s performance, and are used as a primary factor in determining a team’s seed in the tournament.
<3>Quadrant Wins: A Measure of Dominance
Quadrant wins are a key metric used by the Selection Committee to evaluate