Just got back from Opening Day in Philly where I saw the debut of the Washington Nationals, the first team from the Nation's Capital to play a Major League Baseball game since 1971. That they lost 8-4 was of no matter.
Now I'm hopping on 95 South to try to get back to D.C. before UNC and Illinois tip-off in the National Championship.
Quick prediction: Sean May will dominate the paint, but it won't be enough to overcome a poor shooting night from Raymond Felton and Rashad McCants, who will be held in check by Deron Williams. The Heels poor perimeter defense will leave Williams, Dee Brown and Luther Head with open looks, and they'll take advantage.
Illinois is 37-1 and somehow the underdog in this game. Don't think Bruce Weber hasn't mention that to his team a few dozen times in the past 24 hours. This is their chance to earn the respect they haven't received all season.
Expect a thriller.
Pick: Illinois 80 - North Carolina 76