2025 March Madness: Full Men’s NCAA Schedule and Final Game Preview

2025 March Madness: Full Men’s NCAA Schedule and Final Game Preview

March Madness 2025 has delivered non-stop drama, surprises, and unforgettable matchups. After weeks of intense play, the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament comes down to a thrilling national championship game between two No. 1 seeds—Florida and Houston—on Monday, April 7 at 8:50 p.m. ET in San Antonio, Texas.

This year’s tournament featured powerhouse performances, underdog upsets, and breakout stars like Cooper Flagg, who impressed with 16 points in Duke’s Elite Eight win. But the road ends here—where only one team will cut down the nets.

Championship Matchup: Florida vs. Houston

Both Florida and Houston dominated the field to earn their place in the title game. Florida cruised through the West Region, defeating teams like UConn, Maryland, and Auburn. Houston took the Midwest, battling through Gonzaga, Purdue, and Tennessee.

In the Final Four:

• Florida beat Auburn 79-70
• Houston edged past Duke 70-67

Now, it’s a true clash of titans as two top-seeded teams fight for the 2025 NCAA crown.

Complete 2025 NCAA Men’s Tournament Schedule

Key Dates:

• Selection Sunday: March 16
• First Four: March 18-19
• First Round: March 20-21
• Second Round: March 22-23
• Sweet 16: March 27-28
• Elite Eight: March 29-30
• Final Four: April 5
• Championship Game: April 7

Final Four 2025 Results (April 5)

• Florida 79, Auburn 70
• Houston 70, Duke 67

Where to Watch the NCAA Final

• TV Channel: CBS
• Streaming: March Madness Live, FuboTV (Free Trial Available)

Top Tournament Highlights

• Duke’s Cooper Flagg led a dominant run before falling to Houston.
• Alabama scored a tournament-high 113 points in the Sweet 16 against BYU.
• Cinderella moments included Colorado State upsetting Memphis and McNeese beating Clemson.

Tournament Host Cities

From the First Four in Dayton, Ohio to the Final Four in San Antonio, this year's tournament visited cities like Seattle, Wichita, Lexington, and Milwaukee. Each site added unique energy and excitement to the tournament atmosphere.

What’s Next for March Madness?

The NCAA has already announced future Final Four sites:

• 2026: Indianapolis
• 2027: Detroit
• 2028: Las Vegas
• 2029: Indianapolis (again)
• 2030: North Texas

Don’t Miss the Final Tip-Off

The 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament comes down to this: Florida vs. Houston, two elite programs with one final shot at glory. Don’t miss the national championship game on April 7, airing at 8:50 p.m. ET on CBS.

Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the madness, this year's tournament has delivered one of the most exciting roads to the Final Four in recent memory.