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North Carolina and San Diego State Set for NCAA First Four Clash

The First Four matchup in Dayton features a controversial at-large bid and a key player returning from injury, with the winner advancing to face Ole Miss in the South Region.

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Florida guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) may be the best pure player in the NCAA Tournament.
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Overview

  • North Carolina's inclusion in the NCAA Tournament has drawn criticism due to their inconsistent season and poor Quad 1 record, despite a late-season surge.
  • San Diego State enters the game after a strong two-season run but struggled late this year, including a loss in the Mountain West quarterfinals.
  • Magoon Gwath, San Diego State's Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year, returns from a knee injury and is expected to bolster the Aztecs' defense.
  • The game is scheduled for 9:10 p.m. ET on March 18, 2025, at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio, with truTV broadcasting and streaming options available.
  • The winner will advance to the first round to face No. 6 seed Ole Miss in Milwaukee on March 21, 2025.