The Tar Heels delivered a message to their critics with an easy victory vs. the Aztecs on the first night of the NCAA Tournament

Madness can officially begin. We’ve soldiered through another First Four, in preparation for the NCAA Tournament’s first round on Thursday, the date that many observers still consider to be the real start of the tournament.

With the entire field of 68 officially announced, who's in the First Four? Here's what to know, including game times, dates and how to watch information:

Alabama State kicked off the 2025 edition of March Madness with a thrilling 70-68 win over Saint Francis (PA) in the First Four of the men’s basketball tournament Tuesday night in Dayton, Ohio.

Who made the Elite Eight? Follow along here to see who advances past the women's Sweet 16, along with matchups and schedules for regional finals:

Mississippi defeated North Carolina, 71-64, in the first round of the March Madness bracket. Here's a recap of the NCAA tournament game from Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.

The women's NCAA tournament continues today with the Sweet 16. Here's what to know about Women's March Madness, including how to watch on TV and streaming.

CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — March is nearly over, and that means the Madness is ramping up as both the men’s and women’s teams in the NCAA Tournament are looking to the Elite 8. Duke’s men were advancing Thursday night with their big win over Arizona.