As of March 15, 2025, the NCAA men’s basketball tournament, known as March Madness, is underway. The tournament began with Selection Sunday on March 16, when the 68 participating teams were announced. The First Four games took place on March 18 and 19, followed by the First and Second Rounds on March 20-23. The Sweet 16 is scheduled for March 27-28, the Elite Eight for March 29-30, the Final Four on April 5, and the National Championship game on April 7, all at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.
Leading up to the tournament, conference championships have influenced team seedings and selections. In the Southeastern Conference (SEC), the Florida Gators clinched the championship, bolstering their NCAA tournament prospects. SEC Network analyst Pat Bradley predicts Florida’s depth and performance may secure them a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament.
In the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), the tournament concluded on March 15. Duke, the top seed, faced challenges, including a narrow win against Georgia Tech and an injury to star player Cooper Flagg, raising questions about their tournament readiness.
The Big Ten tournament is ongoing, with games played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Michigan State, the top seed, is among the teams competing for the championship.
As the tournament progresses, teams’ performances in these conference championships play a crucial role in shaping the March Madness bracket. Fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating the upcoming games, which promise excitement and unpredictability.