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Experts are questioning the future of Cinderella teams in March Madness due to the impact of NIL and the transfer portal. Lower seeds are struggling, and the traditional underdog run may be a thing of the past. Key matchups like UCLA vs. Yukon and St. John's vs. Kansas, along with Duke's young squad, are setting the stage for intense tournament action.
Is the era of the Cinderella team in March Madness over? Experts are divided, with some pointing to NIL deals pulling talent away from mid-majors, while others believe the tournament's inherent magic will always create upset opportunities. The discussion highlights potential dark horses like St. Louis and St. Mary's.
Analyst JWill controversially claims "Cinderellas are dead" in college basketball, arguing that NIL deals are luring talented players away from underdog teams. This shift could fundamentally alter the magic of March Madness, making deep underdog runs a rarity.
