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The initial reaction to the bracket was enthusiastic. Vin Parisi noted the intriguing possibilities, especially with the chance of a second-round matchup featuring iconic coaches like Pitino and John Calipari. The draw favors St. John's as they prepare to face Omaha, the Summit League champions, who come in with a senior-leading squad. A confident expectation exists that St. John's will advance to the round of 32, given their recent performances where they have shown resilience, particularly in overcoming halftime deficits.