Jim Paulsen and David La Vaque go noun-hunting to describe what's in store for the four classes of the boys' basketball state tournament this week at Target Center and Williams Arena.
All of the champions benefited from players who transferred. Also, Minnetonka's Bryce Tesdahl endured disappointment as a player and sold his team on avoiding it.
Reigning champion Wayzata and Minnetonka will battle for the Class 4A championship, and two-time defending champion Totino-Grace faces Mankato East in the 3A title game. The Class 1A semifinals are also set. Tap here for game stories and notes from Thursday's action.