This time of year, it is hard to keep your athletes focused -- you really need to try to find teams that have something to play for. The Aggies have a one-game lead over Auburn for a bye in the conference tournament. Missouri is stuck in the SEC cellar. Take the Aggies in a strong motivational spot Tuesday.

My simulations show the Aggies at least nine points better than the Tigers when they meet in Missouri on Tuesday. Although Texas A&M is a longshot for any sort of postseason invitation, it can make a case by winning its final two SEC games to break even in conference play, then with a solid showing in the conference tournament. The Aggies could benefit from a flat spot by Missouri, which has lost four straight but saw solid efforts against Kentucky and Ole Miss go for naught.