Oregon's strength of schedule is No. 77, while VCU's strength of schedule is No. 81. The Ducks have one of the worst rankings (SOS) of any 20-win team in the tourney. The Rams own the better free-throw percentage, rebounds and defense. VCU is ranked No. 4 in blocks per game (5.4). The Rams are 15-5 ATS in all tournament games since 1997. The Rams are 5-1 straight-up when playing with five or six days of rest. VCU is 5-0 SU and 4-1 ATS after a loss this season. The Ducks are 0-3 ATS when playing with seven or more days of rest.