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Analysis of this year's bracket, bracket strategy advice and past bracket writeups.

2024 Bracket Analysis

2024 Bracket Picks Year in Review

We review the performance of our 2024 NCAA bracket picks, including what went right and wrong with our data-driven strategies and analysis.

2024 PoolGenius Brackets Round Recaps: Sweet 16 and Elite Eight

We review key 2024 tournament results, and compare the positioning of PoolGenius bracket performance to the general public.

2024 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

We break down key strategy considerations and value picks in our 2024 brackets for Sweet 16 (aka Second Chance) bracket contests.

2024 Women's NCAA Tournament Round-By-Round Odds and Champion Odds

Our projected odds to advance for all 2024 Women's NCAA Tournament teams, plus the top contender odds to win.

2024 Bracket Picks Writeup

We explain the rationale behind key picks in our 2024 brackets, and highlight important strategy insights for various types of bracket pools.

2024 NCAA College Basketball Bracket Predictions: Selection Sunday (FINAL)

Tennessee and North Carolina are neck-and-neck for the last No. 1 seed in our bracket predictions as tourney week begins, as Kentucky rises.

Bracket Pool Strategy

Bracket Strategy Guide: How to Win at March Madness Pools

In our bracket strategy guide, we have articles on several topics, ranging from expectations, to how to spot bad advice, to understanding value and risk.

The Five Signs of Terrible Bracket Advice

There's lots of bracket advice out there, so here are some things you should consider (or avoid) when listening to advice filling out your bracket.

The Danger of Picking Too Many Upsets In Your NCAA Bracket

When it comes to your March Madness picks, you need to be careful not to go too crazy, because picking too many upsets can be a silent killer.

Every NCAA Tournament is Different: Ignore The "Golden Rules" Of Bracket Picking

Every NCAA Tournament is different, and what worked one year in your bracket pools may not be the optimal strategy in another year.

Bracket Pool Scoring Systems: Why They Matter & How To Exploit Them

Different scoring systems require different strategies to win a bracket pool. We discuss some common types of scoring systems and considerations.

Why Bracket Pools Are A Better Investment Than The Stock Market

Winning money at pool contests requires a long-term approach to realize your edge over competitors, but also make for fantastic opportunities if you have the right outlook.

Balancing Risk and Value in Your Bracket

To win your bracket pool, you need to consider both the upside of unpopular value plays and the downside risk of making each selection.

Setting Expectations for Winning Bracket Pools

If you want to get the most out of March Madness brackets, you need to understand what you are up against, and the chances of winning bracket pools.

NCAA Tournament "Pick X" Pool Strategy

Strategy advice to get an edge in NCAA Tournament "Pick X" pools, where you pick specific teams and earn points as they win games.

March Madness Myths

Madness Myths: Past Performance Matters

Don't fall in the trap of letting recent past performance for teams affect your picking strategy. Recent history has shown you can find value.

Madness Myths: You Can't Pick All Number 1 Seeds

When it comes to Number 1 Seeds in the NCAA Tournament, evidence suggests that the public forces quotas on how many to pick to the Final Four.

Madness Myths: It's All Random

There are some bracket advice columns that tell you it's all random when it comes to winning your pools. Don't listen to them.

Madness Myths: Your Bracket Should Match Historical Trends

It's nice to know historical trends and numbers on performance in the NCAA Tournament, but if you pick games to match those numbers, you are taking too much risk.

Past Bracket Writeups

2023 Bracket Picks Year in Review

2023 Round Recaps: Sweet 16 and Elite Eight

2023 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2023 Bracket Picks Writeup

2022 Bracket Picks Year in Review

2022 Round Recaps: Sweet 16 & Elite Eight Recap

2022 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2022 Bracket Picks Writeup

2021 Bracket Picks Year in Review

2021 Round Recaps

2021 Sweet 16 Bracket Writeup

2021 Bracket Picks Writeup

2019 Bracket Picks Year In Review

2019 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2019 Final Brackets Writeup

2019 Early Deadline Brackets Writeup

2018 Bracket Picks Year In Review

2018 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2018 Final Brackets Writeup

2018 Early Deadline Brackets Writeup

2017 Bracket Picks Year In Review

2017 Sweet 16 Brackets Writeup

2017 Final Brackets Writeup

2017 Early Deadline Brackets Writeup

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