Huskies At Fighting Irish, Charlotte-Rhode Island Highlight Wednesday Action

Wednesday night is a crucial night for several Bubble Watch teams, including all of my "Last Four In" from this morning. Another highlight is an Atlantic 10 matchup between two teams currently on the outside looking in (that few will see).

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Last Four In

Connecticut at Notre Dame, 7 p.m. ET (ESPN): It's a battle between a resurgent 2009 Final Four team and a team that's pulled together without its star player. The Huskies are in need of a win after dropping a close decision at home to Louisville Sunday, while the Fighting Irish look for their third straight victory without Luke Harangody, They really don't get bigger than this one at this time of year. 

Mississippi State at Auburn, 8 p.m. ET (SEC Network/Full Court): The Bulldogs jump into my projected bracket after Florida dropped their second straight. Miss. State's overall profile isn't quite as good as the Gators, but Rick Stansbury's team appears to be finishing strong, especially with Jarvis Varnado dominating inside. Tonight, the Bulldogs look to grab their fourth straight win and sweep the season series with the struggling Tigers.

Memphis at UAB, 9 p.m. ET (CSS): Since UTEP sewed up the Conference USA regular season crown last night, the Tigers and Blazers are playing for the two seed in the conference tournament. The Blazers are looking to avenge an 85-75 loss in Memphis on February 3.

Colorado State at San Diego State, 10:30 p.m. ET (the mtn.): The Aztecs wrap up their home schedule against a Rams team they beat by 12 in Fort Collins. Since SDSU is here mostly because of the failings of other teams, they can't afford a slip up. Our Mountain West Connection will have more on this contest.

First Four Out/Next Four Out

Charlotte at Rhode Island, 7 p.m. ET (Cox Sports New England): The Rams are in slightly better position for a bid than the 49ers, but that could change if Bobby Lutz's team, who already owns a 9-6 road/neutral record, picks up a big win in Kingston. 

Other Games Of Importance

Wake Forest at Florida State, 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2): After three straight losses, including back-to-back setbacks at N.C. State and at home against North Carolina, the Demon Deacons are back on the bubble. If they lose this one, they can kiss their chances of a bye at the ACC Tournament goodbye.

N.C. State at Virginia Tech, 7 p.m. ET (No TV): The Hokies are in a similar situation to the Deacs. They've also dropped three straight and aren't exactly safe. But at least they get a home game to try to get back on track.

Oklahoma State at Texas A&M, 9 p.m. ET (ESPN2): The Cowboys can complete a resume-boosting season sweep of the Aggies, as they won the earlier meeting 76-69 in Stillwater.