Source: KenPom
The last 35 champs had more assists than turnovers
32 of the last 35 champs had a coach with Sweet 16 experience
29 of the last 30 champs went into the tournament with at least three wins vs. teams in the top 10% of RPI
The last 30 champs had a top-75 strength of schedule
22 of the last 23 champs were top 20 in adjusted offensive efficiency per KenPom
22 of the last 23 champs were top 20 in adjusted defensive efficiency per KenPom
Using those six criteria, teams that check every box as of Feb. 26:
Michigan, Duke, Arizona, Houston, Florida, Iowa State
The last 35 champs had more assists than turnovers
32 of the last 35 champs had a coach with Sweet 16 experience
29 of the last 30 champs went into the tournament with at least three wins vs. teams in the top 10% of RPI
The last 30 champs had a top-75 strength of schedule
22 of the last 23 champs were top 20 in adjusted offensive efficiency per KenPom
22 of the last 23 champs were top 20 in adjusted defensive efficiency per KenPom
Using those six criteria, teams that check every box as of Feb. 26:
Michigan, Duke, Arizona, Houston, Florida, Iowa State