[Tri State Area]

I think there's a couple of things at play here. First, don't be fooled by Scotts relativity pedestrian record. They are a really solid club and have a mr. Basketball candidate in Ohmer. Two, HC is peaking at the right time. I know a lot of folks aren't impressed with their schedule but they did beat all 7 regional tournament teams and 3 sweet 16 teams. That's not too bad. Last, Carmical is doing some really special things right now, Spurlock is scoring and defending well, Turner is doing all the little things, Creech has been a revelation in the regional, and Simmons is as athletic as they come. And it's all came together at the right time. Plus they have not only one of the regions best coaches but one of the states best in Michael Jones.

HC over Scott by 6. Bears advance to the Elite 8.