The 2024 NCAA Tournament finalized its automatic bids with some unexpected teams making their way into the Big Dance. Duquesne, as the No. 6 seed, secured their spot by defeating VCU in a thrilling A-10 Tournament final. The Dukes, with their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 1977, overcame a nearly squandered 18-point lead to emerge victorious.
Yale also clinched a spot in the tournament with a dramatic comeback in the Ivy League final against Brown. Matt Knowling’s buzzer-beater sealed the deal for the Bulldogs, who will be making their second NCAA Tournament appearance in three years. UAB claimed another automatic bid by dominating Temple in the AAC Tournament final, earning their second Big Dance appearance in three seasons.
Illinois secured their spot by outlasting Wisconsin in the Big Ten Tournament championship game. These teams, along with others who won their respective conference tournaments, have set the stage for an exciting NCAA Tournament. Don’t miss out on the action – join the March Madness bracket pool and compete with friends for a chance to win prizes!
The road to the NCAA Tournament was filled with twists and turns, as top teams fell and underdogs rose to the occasion. The final lineup of teams is set, and basketball fans around the country are eagerly anticipating the madness that is sure to unfold. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights as the 2024 NCAA Tournament gets underway.
