If the NCAA Tournament started today, here’s how I see the Big East faring.

In the Tournament -

Pittsburgh (20-2 RPI 8) Pitt looks like a #1 seed to me.

Georgetown (17-5 RPI 3) The Hoyas aren't as good as their RPI number indicates and their five losses are somewhat troubling but.... G-Town is a lock for the tournament.

Villanova (17-4 RPI 14) 'Nova has been hot and cold all season. The hot version has Final Four potential. The cold version could easily lose in the first round.

Connecticut (17-3 RPI 6) UConn might be running out of Kemba Walker miracles but showing sign of improved team play. Could be a #2 seed if they finish strong.

Notre Dame (17-4 RPI 9) Notre Dame is the hot flavor of the month. The Irish are a lock for the tournament and if they continue to play this well, a #3 seed isn't out of the question.

Syracuse (18-4 RPI 20) The Orange need a parachute to stop their free fall.

West Virginia (14-6 RPI 13) I'm skeptical of WV but their good RPI number makes them a lock.

Louisville (17-5 RPI 22)  Still flying under the radar but good enough to make a run.

St. Johns (12-8 RPI 24) The win over Duke should be enough to get them into the tournament as a decent seed.

Looking Very Good -

Cincinnati (18-4 RPI 44) Shaky RPI but Cincy would easily be in if the tournament started today.

Bubble Leaning In -

Marquette (14 -8 RPI 59) Marquette’s awful strength of schedule will come back to haunt them in March. The Golden Eagles will be a close call.

Wrong Side of the Bubble -

none

Not Happening

Providence (13-9 RPI 99)

Rutgers (12-9 RPI 98)

Need a Miracle

Seton Hall

South Florida 

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