Overview
- Tom Izzo, Michigan State's head coach, questions the automatic bids for mid-major teams in the NCAA Tournament, proposing a serious reevaluation.
- Izzo suggests expanding the tournament to include 100 teams, aiming to address concerns over the current selection process.
- The coach expresses sympathy for teams that miss out due to automatic bids, highlighting the financial aspect of the tournament as a significant factor.
- Izzo clarifies his stance, stating he supports 'the little guy' but believes there are better ways to structure the tournament.
- Calls for changes to the selection committee, advocating for the inclusion of former coaches and players to bring more insight into the process.