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The 2024 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament selection process left a bitter taste in the mouths of fans and teams from BYU, West Virginia, and Baylor, as all three felt they were unfairly treated by the selection committee. Each team had its own specific grievances, contributing to a collective sense of being "screwed" out of a fair shake.

BYU's Seeding Discrepancy:

BYU, having navigated a tough Big 12 schedule with a strong record and impressive wins, felt their seeding was significantly lower than their performance warranted. They believed their metrics and overall body of work justified a higher seed, which would have provided a more favorable path in the tournament. The Cougars' frustration stemmed from the perception that the committee undervalued their performance in one of the nation's most competitive conferences.

West Virginia's Exclusion:

West Virginia's exclusion from the tournament altogether was the most blatant source of anger. Despite a challenging season in the Big 12, the Mountaineers had secured notable victories against ranked opponents. The team and its fans argued that their resume was comparable to, if not stronger than, some of the teams that were selected. The decision to leave them out, especially in favor of teams with perceived weaker resumes, fueled a sense of injustice and highlighted the perceived inconsistencies in the selection process.

Baylor's Matchup and Perceived Under-Seeding:

Baylor, while making the tournament, felt they were dealt a particularly unfavorable hand. They believed their seeding was lower than it should have been, given their performance throughout the season. Furthermore, the Bears were frustrated with their matchup, feeling they were placed in a challenging bracket that didn't reflect their regular-season accomplishments. The perception was that the committee had not given them due respect, resulting in an unnecessarily difficult path in the tournament.

The Collective Frustration:

These three teams, each with their own specific grievances, shared a common feeling of being undervalued and unfairly treated by the selection committee. The perception was that the committee's decisions were inconsistent and that factors beyond merit, such as brand recognition or perceived conference strength, played an undue role. This collective frustration underscored the ongoing debate about the transparency and fairness of the NCAA Tournament selection process, and the feeling among many that the system needs reform.

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