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Feeling Bullish over South Florida

Greensboro, N.c. – South Florida (-3) over Ohio: It still can be tough to watch the Bulls play at their methodical pace, but their defensive presence is an undeniable force.

Despite having no player average double-digit points, South Florida has succeeded by not allowing more than 57 points in their past 12 games, stymieing Louisville and Cincinnati last month before advancing with impressive double-digit victories over California and Temple.

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North Carolina State (+4.5) over Georgetown: The Hoyas finally won their first NCAA Tournament game in three years, but their limited offensive arsenal may not be able to get them any farther. The Wolfpack manhandled a talented San Diego State team on Friday and are playing their best basketball of the season, having won five of their past six games.

Florida State (-2.5) over Cincinnati: A trendy Final Four pick, the Seminoles have won six straight, including the ACC Tournament, and got past St. Bonaventure without their best performance. There is no way Florida State will look past the Bearcats. In a close game, Cincinnati will be undone by its 63.7 free throw percentage.

Record: 17-12.