On today’s episode, Jason discusses how North Carolina went from ‘underserving’ of an NCAA Tournament berth to a trendy pick to win in Round 1 almost overnight. Later, FOX college hoops broadcaster John Fanta swings by to preview the upcoming NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Are Auburn’s end-of-season struggles a sign that an early tournament exit is on the horizon? Is the basketball world ready for potential Rick Pitino-John Calipari showdown in the Round of 32? Does anybody have an easier path to the Final Four than Duke? Is an SEC team a lock to cut down the nets at the end? Fanta has the answer to all those questions – and more!

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