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NCAA: No expansion of basketball tournaments beyond 68 teams this season, talks ongoing about 2027

The NCAA Tournament expanded from 64 to 68 teams in 2011. The change introduced the First Four round, a set of pre-tournament ...

NCAA Basketball Tournament Brackets to Stay at 68 Teams for 2026 After Expansion Buzz

Thanks to the NCAA's decision, this conversation isn't going anywhere. While the 2026 tournament is sticking to 68 teams, ...

NCAA basketball tournament will not expand this season, but discussions will continue for future tourneys

NCAA senior vice president of basketball Dan Gavitt announced in a statement that various NCAA committees would continue ...

Did Andy Katz Undervalue Illinois Basketball in His Big Ten Preseason Rankings?

The Illini were tabbed as the No. 5 squad in the conference in the eyes of one expert. Is that too low or just right?

After the House v. NCAA Settlement: Will college athletes be able to gain real power by 2035?

As athletes begin sharing in the revenue, the next decade will determine whether they gain real negotiating power. Part 1 of ...