The U Conn Huskies and the Iona Gaels will meet in Albany today in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The Gaels, led by legendary coach Rick Pitino, destroyed everything in their path this year to capture the MAAC Conference Title. Not surprisingly, the Gaels are a huge dog in this one but have similar numbers to the Huskies and should at least get under the number. Coach Pitino knows the ropes. He has been in this situation many times, will have his boys ready, and they will give the Huskies a run for their money.
TODAY’S PICK: IONA GAELS +9½