The calm before the storm in Milwaukee
Mar. 23—A quiet day between the first and second rounds of the NCAA tournament didn't mean our third afternoon in Milwaukee wasn't eventful.
The four teams left to play in Sunday's Round of 32 games at Fiserv Forum — Illinois, Kentucky, Ole Miss and Iowa State — gathered at the arena for media availability and closed practices on Saturday, with Illinois concluding the day just before 4 p.m.
Unlike Thursday's shoot around, Saturday's practice was closed to the public. I'm sure there will be plenty of Illini fans milling about the Deer District before Sunday's contest just as there were on Friday; the pregame party will return to Uncle Buck's starting at noon. It's a fun environment outside of a beautiful arena.
Scott Richey and I have checked off a few local restaurants during our stay in Milwaukee. It's difficult to find food in this town that isn't covered with grilled onions and mustard. Kopp's in Glendale is a great stop for delicious burgers and frozen custard, and Lakefront Brewery served one of the better bratwursts I've had.
Our final day in Milwaukee should be a fun one, too, with a pair of high-stakes games taking place in a festive scene. Let me know if you'll be near the pregame festivities on Sunday, I'd love to stop by and say hello.
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