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Bracket Projection: Xavier

The Xavier Musketeers began the season with 12 consecutive wins, yet stayed somewhat under the radar in the national conversation. That's fine with coach Chris Mack and his Musketeers. Their balanced scoring attack has them posting more than 80 points per game and their unique 1-3-1 zone defense provides a challenge for any opponent. They'll enter the tournament highly seeded, but do they have what it takes to make a deep run?

ESPN Insider has your answers, as Joe Lunardi has enlisted a team of Bracketologists to compile advanced metrics, key scouting intel and best- and worst-case tournament scenarios for all 68 teams to help you make smart picks in your bracket.