Behind Butler

Why is everyone surprised that Butler made it to the Final Four?

Butler has been one of the most successful “mid-major” programs this past decade.  They have made 8 out of the past 10 tournaments and have always contended.  But why did they go unnoticed?

Butler was ranked in the top 10 in the preseason.  They won 20 straight entering the tournament and have won 4 more to make it to where they are.  They now have 25 straight wins, and are looking for their first national championship in tournament history.

Brad Stevens is one of the most underrated coaches in the NCAA.  At 33, he has lead Butler to an 88-14 record in 3 years, 2 thirty win seasons, and 2 NCAA tournaments, with 5 wins and 2 losses.

So what Butler just did isn’t an upset, or a surprise.  Michigan State did not deserve to make it this far.  3 of the 4 games in the tournament ended at the buzzer all benefiting them. 

What does everyone else think? Is Butler going to win it all?