[EricH]

Originally Posted by themccannman

Scouting, if you guys don't already have a scouting system set up I would just use OPR data to select teams.

I would start by throwing OPR into the nearest trash can. Skipping over the whole "setting up a scouting system" aspect, which should definitely be done at some point, here is what I would do:

1) Figure out what strategy will get you farthest in eliminations.
2) Compile a list of teams that have things you don't that will fit with the strategy (floor pickup, 30-point climb, full-court shot, etc.). You may need two or three lists, one for each feature.
3) Make sure you have a total of 24 teams at least; not all of them have to be in one category.
4) Consult your first pick as to preferred strategy/good second picks.

But before picking... Talk to some of the potential partners and see what would happen.