People in Indiana hate Kentucky. It is the birthright of all who grow up in the Hoosier state, and especially those who root for the Hoosiers, to loathe the Big Blue from Lexington.
Thus, while Butler will obviously the fan favorite at next weekend’s Final Four, a lot of the basketball fans in Indianapolis will hold West Virginia in high regard for knocking John Calipari and the Wildcats out last night.
The win gave the Mountaineers and coach Bob Huggins a spot in the Final Four. West Virginia’s opponent was set earlier this afternoon when Duke came out on south in the South Region, setting up what should be a great Final Four matchup.
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West Virginia-Duke Quick Preview:
- West Virginia-Duke Final 4 Date: Saturday, April 3rd (Title Game on April 5th)
- West Virginia-Duke Final 4 Tip Time: 8:47 ET
- West Virginia-Duke Final 4 TV: CBS
- West Virginia-Duke Final 4 Announcers: Jim Nantz and Clark Kellogg
- Official Website:Â 2010 Final Four in Indianapolis
- MSF: Duke-West Virginia Analysis and Prediction
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I will have a detailed analysis and prediction for this game by tomorrow morning or Tuesday at the latest. [Update: Michigan State-Butler analysis and prediction has been posted.] Until then, here is a poll so you can tell us who you think will be playing in the National Championship game, then a quick statistical breakdown of these two teams.
Who do you think will win this Final Four matchup?
- West Virginia Mountaineers (55%, 242 Votes)
- Duke Blue Devils (45%, 197 Votes)
Total Voters: 439
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[Note: The following statistical analysis is from the ESPN Bracket Predictor, which is powered by TeamRankings.com.]
Here is how the numbers break down between West Virginia and Duke:
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* – Bob Huggins photo credit: Digital Headbutt
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