The ultimate separator in sports is consistency, and March Madness is perhaps the ultimate example of how that leads to success. Small sample sizes, clashing styles and a lower level of experience on a national stage lead to some of the most brutally beautiful moments of heartbreak and grandeur that sports can provide.

There's no one way to fill out a tournament bracket, but if you prefer to have a rooting interest in all of the games, here are some things to keep in mind.

These five NCAA Tournament basics can help you decide how many upset picks to make. It could help you set up a winning March Madness bracket.