We’re getting close to window lock for your 2024 Bracket Madness picks, which means it’s time for our last-minute tip sheet. You need some final swing thoughts on the NCAA men's tournament before you lock in your picks. Seasoned players will recognize many of these timeless tips, but it's never a bad idea to run through them one more time before you finalize your bracket.
Your late-round picks are usually most important
This is obvious to any experienced tournament player, but it’s still worth mentioning up front. Most contests stagger the scoring so that the points are heavily weighted to the end of the tournament.