Texas A&M (18-13, 9-9 SEC) ended the regular season on the highest of notes, winning three consecutive SEC games, culminating with a blowout victory on the road vs. Ole Miss to the tune of 86-60.
Last week’s slew of performances was a far cry from where this team was late last month, losing five straight games while looking dreadfully below average. Still, changes to the lineup, including elevating guard Manny Obaseki as a key contributor off the bench, have provided a significant spark, as the junior scored 54 points during the Aggie’s win streak.
With the NCAA Tournament committee set to make their selections next Sunday afternoon, the upcoming SEC Tournament is Texas A&M’s last shot at earning a bid, as ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi has now given the program a massive boost within his newest bracket update, as the Aggies have risen from the “next team out” section to the “first four out” category ahead of this weeks tournament.
For those who haven’t been paying attention, this is big news before the Aggies tip off in a rematch with Ole Miss on Thursday night, as another win against the Rebels should be enough to garner a bid. However, if A&M succeeds, they will face red-hot Kentucky in the SEC Quarterfinals, and a potential upset over the Wildcats would more than guarantee a spot among the 68 teams.
— Joe Lunardi (@ESPNLunardi) March 10, 2024
No. 7-seed Texas A&M will play the 10-seed Ole Miss Rebels in the SEC tournament on Thursday, March 17, at 6 p.m. CT. The game will air on SEC Network.
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