No. 1 Alabama vs. No. 5 SDSU — Long, athletic San Diego State that has nevertheless struggled with tempo teams this year faces a long, athletic Alabama team that goes faster than anyone in the country. Mountain West Mississippi State figures to try and gum this up and turn into a foul contest, but the Aztec’s thin bench vs. the Tide’s deep one is probably another mismatch in favor of the Tide. This is a game where you figure that Rylen and Pringle, Gurley and Clowney, Angry Chuck and Burnett will shine. And especially Miller — Alabama’s longer, more physical guys.
Points in the Paint: Sweet 16 Preview and Predictions
