we are seeing a team that was playing top notch basketball for 24 games, then after the Michigan game things changed. Pretty sure most everyone can see that, whatever the reason is..
NU was playing top level basketball, but they are not at that level right now.. Is it still good enough to get those coveted tournament wins? I think so, but it isn't a forgone conclusion.. unless they can get things turned around. if they do that, then I could see them making the sweet 16, or better.
They should be able to win the USC game, UCLA will be tougher and I am not saying they HAVE to win it.