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As the 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament comes to a close, most teams are already shifting their focus to the next big tournament. However, for most fans, their attention is focused on determining which teams have a good shot at making the 2023 March Madness field of 68. To help make your prediction for this year’s tournament easier, we’ve analysed various teams to come up with this list of early contenders.

Arkansas

There may be a new contender to watch in the 2023 NCAA Tournament. Arkansas, in particular, is pushing strongly to earn a spot in the field of 68 for the tournament. The Razorbacks have made impressive strides this season under head coach Eric Musselman, who has implemented a new style of play that emphasizes deep shooting and an up-tempo pace.

Through two months of regular season play, the team has already produced impressive wins over Power Five schools such as Texas Tech and Indiana. If they can keep up this momentum, they stand a better chance of playing in the Big Dance next month.

Boise St.

Boise St. Basketball is running out the clock in the 2023 college basketball season, and their hard work may pay off with a spot for the March Madness. This isn’t your typical NBA story, as Boise St. has contended for an NCAA Tournament spot each of the last two seasons, only to see a few crucial plays here or there potentially cost them a place.

The team’s stellar guard play has been the backbone of their success, and they look likely to spearhead a run into March Madness that could make history for Boise St.’s growing basketball program.

Clemson

The Tigers have come close for many years, but this could be the year they take it all the way. Not only would being part of the tournament field provide invaluable exposure for a young and hungry team, but it would also allow them to show off their unique basketball brand against some formidable nationwide opponents. While Clemson still has some work to do before earning a place in 2023, the excitement is already building among fans who can’t wait to see their favorite team suit up on Selection Sunday.

Nevada

With the Pacific-12 seemingly primed for another dominant year of college basketball, Nevada looks to position itself among the top contenders for a spot in next season’s NCAA Tournament. The Wolfpack will look to a veteran core of players featuring two seniors, both of whom have experienced great success during their tenure at Nevada. Head Coach Steve Alford has put together a talented group of athletes that are able to compete with any team in the nation. With veterans leading the way, Wolfpack fans should be optimistic about their chances to make some noise on the national stage this upcoming season.

New Mexico

New Mexico is looking for an epic return to the NCAA tournament this year, as the team has made some major improvements and signings since missing a spot in 2019. With their new recruits and talented coaching staff, they’ll be ready to compete at a high level when the 2023 tournament rolls around.

It won’t be easy, though, as they’re facing some tough competition in the Mountain West conference and some of the powerhouse teams in other regions. However, if New Mexico can find a way to make it through to the end of March Madness and make it into the field of 68, it’ll be a huge boost for them and an incredible story of redemption. We can only hope the Lobos pull off this feat against all odds.

Conclusion

These teams have the talent and coaching necessary to go deep into the March Madness tournament. It should be an exciting month leading up to March when fans will get their first glimpse at who’s in contention for the NCAA title. Good luck to all teams as they attempt a historic March run!