SMU had a record-breaking year, but the Mustangs' dream season came to an end early in the NCAA tournament as they fell to USC in the Round of 64.
Here are five reasons why the Mustangs will return to the big dance next year.
1. The return of Semi -- It is still to be determined if SMU big man Semi Ojeleye will return for his senior year or enter the NBA Draft. But right now, Ojeleye is still expected to be on the roster, which means SMU will once again be a threat in the American Athletic Conference.