Tournament Tracker: March 24

NEW ORLEANS -- The waiting is the hardest part.  With tip-off slated for 9:57 p.m. ET at the New Orleans Arena, No. 8 Butler and No. 4 Wisconsin have plenty of time to spend before dueling for a berth in the Elite Eight.

Fortunately, for fans in the Big Easy, it's 80 degrees without a cloud in the sky, as opposed to fans in the midwest, who are dealing with snow.  Regardless of where you are, HorizonLeague.com brings you a collection of articles from around the country:

David Woods writes that it is impossible to overlook Butler in this regional.  Sure, Butler isn't fashionable, but they win.  Matt Howard's socks have drawn plenty of attention this week, as have his last-second heroics.

Shelvin Mack is comfortable in the NCAA Tournament.  The junior's talking is well-documented.  Garrett Butcher does not play many minutes, but he makes them meaningful.

After last year's success, what other option does Butler have, asks the Houston Chronicle.  The Bulldogs are not some flash in the pan.

Ken Pomeroy has become a key scouting tool for many teams, Butler included.

Both Butler and Wisconsin can trace its success back to Dick Bennett's philosophies.  The Bulldogs will be meeting another one of the nation's elite point guards in Jordan Taylor.

Indianapolis and Butler have "really green grass," according to head coach Brad Stevens.  Stevens' controlled approach helps the Bulldogs.

With Gus Johnson on the call from the Southeast Regional, expect excitement.

The Journal-Sentinel is proud that Rob Jeter is returning to Milwaukee.  Jeter is up for three different coaching honors.

Cleveland State should once again challenge for a Horizon League title.