St. John’s, Houston, and Michigan State are strong contenders

The NCAA Tournament is approaching, with teams vying for a spot. Some teams, like St. John’s, Houston, and Michigan State, are seen as strong contenders this year. St. John’s, led by Rick Pitino, is back in contention after years of struggle, relying on strong defense despite poor 3-point shooting. Houston boasts the best scoring defense and strong 3-point shooting, aiming for a top seed. Michigan State has regained momentum with seven straight wins and is considered a top Big Ten contender.