5 Reasons Why Miami Hurricanes Will Make the 2015 NCAA Tournament

By Adam McGill

5 Reasons Why Miami Will Make NCAA Tournament

Miami Basketball — The Miami Hurricanes have played some tough games this season, but they are still in the conversation to make the NCAA Tournament. Here are five reasons why the team will make the tournament next week.

5. They Made Sweet 16 In 2012

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5. They Made Sweet 16 In 2012

3 MIami — Miami made it all the way to the Sweet 16 in 2012. They ended up losing the game 71-61 to Marquette, but at least the program has real tournament experience.

4. They Competed Against Ranked Opponents

Louisville Basketball

4. They Competed Against Ranked Opponents

Louisville Basketball — The ACC is likely the toughest conference in all of basketball, as it currently boasts five programs ranked with the top 25. Miami is just 2-6 against ranked opponents this season and all but one of the games have been decided by 10 points. There strong play against the top teams in the nation will surely help their cause to make the tournament.

3. They Beat Duke

Mike Krzyzewski

3. They Beat Duke

Mike Krzyzewski — Duke is currently ranked third in the entire nation. They only have three loses on their resume, and considering Miami is one of them, it will certainly help the Canes' chances of making the NCAA Tournament.

2. They Ended Season With BPI Of 63

NCAA Basketball: Miami at Syracuse

2. They Ended Season With BPI Of 63

NCAA Basketball: Miami at Syracuse — Miami impressively ended the regular season with a BPI of 63. The were even ahead of giant programs like Syracuse (71), Florida (76), Alabama (77) and UConn (80). According to the numbers, the Canes seem primed to earn a trip to the tournament.

1. They Will Make It Far In ACC Tournament

10 Miami copy

1. They Will Make It Far In ACC Tournament

10 Miami — The Hurricanes have a strong all-around team. They will likely prey on the weaker teams at the bottom of the ACC and build some confidence along the way. I expect them to easily make their way to the Quarter Finals.

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