2025 NCAA Men's Tournament Bracket Revealed

The highly anticipated bracket for the 2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament has been revealed, showcasing the top teams in the country.

Auburn Earns the No. 1 Overall Seed

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Duke Comes in as No. 2 Seed

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Notable First-Round Matchups

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Auburn’s Path to Glory

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Duke's Tournament Hopes

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Other Top Contenders for the Title

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What’s at Stake: March Madness Glory

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Exciting New Talent to Watch

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Who Will Claim the Throne?

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