Overview

• The 2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament bracket was announced on Selection Sunday, with Auburn, Duke, Houston, and Florida earning No. 1 seeds.
• Michigan's seeding as a No. 5, despite winning the Big Ten Tournament and boasting a 25-9 record, has drawn criticism from analysts and fans.
• Seth Davis corrected misinformation about the selection committee's process, emphasizing the use of contingency brackets to account for late tournament results.
• Several high-profile players, including Duke's Cooper Flagg and Houston's J'Wan Roberts, are dealing with injuries that could affect their availability and team performance.
• The tournament's economic and cultural significance is highlighted by its impact on local broadcasters, major media companies, and sports betting industries.