Overview

• Top seeds like Duke and South Carolina aim to advance, with standout players such as Cooper Flagg and JuJu Watkins drawing attention.
• Potential upsets are a major storyline, with teams like Colorado State, North Carolina, and South Dakota State highlighted as candidates to surprise higher-seeded opponents.
• Broadcast coverage spans major networks, including CBS, TNT, ESPN, and streaming platforms like Sling and Fubo, ensuring accessibility for fans.
• Key women's matchups include Ohio State vs. Montana State and Ole Miss vs. Ball State, while the men's tournament features games like Baylor vs. Mississippi State and Duke vs. Mount St. Mary’s.
• Injury updates, such as Duke's Cooper Flagg returning from an ankle issue, add intrigue to the tournament's narrative.