#1
#1 out of 1
sports1d ago
Jim Phillips defends SMU as NCAA Tournament team, cites impact of BJ Edwards injury
- Jim Phillips defended SMU's tournament case, citing Edwards’ injury impact and the team’s bracket chances.
- Edwards is expected to be available for the NCAA Tournament, boosting SMU’s chances.
- SMU sits at No. 37 in the NET with nine Quad 1 and Quad 2 wins and no Quad 3/4 losses.
- SMU finished 20-13 overall after a late-season loss to Louisville in the ACC Tournament.
- Edwards previously missed the last five games and averages 12.7 points per game when healthy.
- On3 projects SMU as one of the last four teams in the bracket according to bracketology.
- Phillips emphasized his bracket experience to support SMU’s inclusion.
- BJ Edwards contributed key numbers when healthy, boosting SMU’s on-court performance.
- SMU’s NCAA fate hinges on Selection Sunday with Edwards’ return a critical variable.
- The report notes Edwards’ return could be a 'huge boost' for SMU in the tournament.
Vote 0