Cincinnati is playing with a narrow margin of error as they reach the latter parts of their regular season slate. The Bearcats, sporting an 18-7 overall record and an 8-4 record in the American Athletic Conference, find themselves on the fringe of the current bracketology projections and need to close out the rest of their schedule strong. East Carolina is the next team on the docket.
Meet the Opponent
East Carolina is a bottom-feeder in the AAC this season with a 2-9 conference record and a 10-14 overall record. While it doesn't make much sense, the Pirates' two wins, in conference, have come against Temple and Memphis by a combined four points.