DePaul women’s basketball is chasing its third straight Big East tournament win. Here’s what to look for, and what you should know.
When: March 5 – 8
Where: McGrath Phillips Arena
Cost: Free for students
The narratives
Can anyone stop DePaul? The Blue Demons finished the season with a 16-2 record in the Big East, their best conference record since they’ve joined the Big East.
DePaul sits at No. 20 in RPI. Can they play well enough in the tournament to earn a top-16 seed (the ability to host) in the NCAA tournament?
Villanova is on the bubble for the NCAA tournament. They’ve shown the ability to beat good teams like DePaul, but can they ensure a tournament spot?
Seton Hall is riding momentum, coming in on a five-game win streak. Can they replicate their run to the title game from 2015?
Expert picks
Matthew Paras, Editor-in-Chief
Favorite: DePaul
Dark Horse: Seton Hall
MVP: Megan Podkowa
Ben Gartland, Sports Editor
Favorite: DePaul
Dark Horse: Seton Hall
MVP: Chanise Jenkins
Ben Savage, Assistant Sports Editor
Favorite: DePaul
Dark Horse: Creighton
MVP: Jessica January
Zachary Holden, Staff Writer
Favorite: DePaul
Dark Horse: Marquette
MVP: Jessica January