Big Night for the Bubble

There are two big games for bubble teams tonight in the ACC. Virginia Tech travels to Clemson, while Maryland has a home game against Duke. Both of these games match teams that have to win against two teams that would still be just fine if they lose. But that doesn't necessarily mean that the Hokies and the Terps will be coming out on top.

Every game VT and Clemson have played in the last 5 years has come down to the last minute. Just a few weeks ago, Clemson had a big comeback in Blacksburg, beating Tech by 4. That second half comeback has turned out to be something of the beginning of the end for the Hokies. They have lost their last 3 games and are now on the outside looking in. But if the Hokies can find a way to put together a quality win at Clemson they still have a chance at the Tournament. Unfortunately, Clemson is just too good I think to let the Hokies come in and win.

Maryland is coming off a big win against UNC that I think has put them squarely on the bubble. They really need this win over Duke to put them in. But Duke is also highly motivated too, playing one of their best games of the year against Wake and playing at an high intensity level. So who will show up today? Vasquez must have some help if the Terps want to spring a second straight upset.

By this time tomorrow, the NCAA picture should be much more clear, at least for these two teams.