The Duke Blue Devils, always a dominant force in college basketball, had a few bumps along the way this season. Their incredible talent and strong team chemistry led to impressive victories, but no team is immune to challenges.

With Duke's path to San Antonio set, here are three reasons why the Blue Devils will win the East region...and two reasons why they won't.

Mathieu Oliver scored in the third period to end a 182:55 scoreless drought for the Blue Jackets (31-28-8), who have lost four straight and six of seven. Jet Greaves made 18 saves. Despite the loss, Blue Jackets coach Dean Evason was impressed by the performance.

Timo Meier and Jesper Bratt scored 39 seconds apart in the second period, and the New Jersey Devils beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1.

Mathieu Olivier scored for Columbus, and Jet Greaves finished with 18 saves while falling to 2-2-2 in six starts this season. Olivier spoiled Allen's shutout bid with 6:36 remaining in the third as he knocked in a loose puck in front.