GONZAGA

Coach: Mark Few Player to watch: G Nigel Williams-Goss, Jr.

Path to Final Four: South Dakota State, Northwestern, West Virginia, Xavier

Skinny: For the first time in program history, and after 19 consecutive NCAA tournament appearances, the Bulldogs have finally reached the Final Four. They looked like a championship-caliber team from the start of the season, and they backed it up, losing just once. Gonzaga’s strength is in its balance. Point guard Williams-Goss has put together a Wooden Award-type season and down low, 7-foot-1 center Przemek Karnowski is a matchup nightmare who can score from the post or find open teammates.

Keep an eye on: The biggest reason the Bulldogs could be cutting down the nets is because of their defense. According to kenpom.com, they rank No. 1 in the country in defensive efficiency.