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College basketball: tempo and variance

4 min read

The stat

One shooting night and a shorter rotation can flip a tournament game.

What it means

College basketball has huge shooting variance and different tempos. A 70-possession team is not playing the same sport as a 60-possession grind.

Why it matters

Neutral courts and short series (tournament style) raise upset chances. Depth and foul trouble matter more when you cannot hide a bench.

Try it

Why can a “better” team lose in March-style settings more often than fans expect?

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