After watching the scores and several of the other games on the TV today, I've come to the conclusion that there are like 2 great teams and about 52 good teams and everything this year is a crapshoot. I honestly don't feel as bad about the Michigan State loss, looking at Wisconsin, Auburn and other top ranked squads that just keep losing to non-ranked opponents.
Nothing we do in the next 8 games will factor into how we do in the tournament, unless there's an injury. It's all matchups and energy on that given day. Embrace the parity.