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Breaking down the big six conferences

By Nancy Lieberman
ESPN.com

Wednesday, November 8, 2006

Wondering who the favorites and contenders are in the major conferences? Here's a look at who and what to watch for this season, from the ACC to the SEC: ACC Favorite: Maryland Contenders: North Carolina, Duke Keep an eye on: NC State, Florida State The ACC is by far the toughest conference in the country this season. Just seven months ago, three of the league's teams reached the Final Four, where Maryland emerged as the NCAA champion. The Terps and North Carolina and Duke are contenders agai ...

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