It is worth noting that Texas basketball was not the only polarizing NCAA Tournament choice. North Carolina got a pass for its 1-12 Quad 1 record and Xavier and Oklahoma (another SEC school) have also produced mixed reactions. Despite all of the backlash, few can deny that the Longhorns are dangerous when at their best.

Some Longhorns like Tramon Mark and Kadin Shedrick are back in the NCAA Tournment. For others such as Tre Johnson and Jordan Pope, it's a new experience.