The 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament has reached an electrifying Final Four, featuring all four No. 1 seeds—a rare achievement last seen in 2008. The matchups are set, with Florida facing Auburn and Duke battling Houston on Saturday, April 5, in San Antonio.

Florida Gators’ Journey

Florida secured their Final Four spot with a thrilling 84-79 victory over Texas Tech. Guard Walter Clayton Jr. led the charge, scoring 30 points to propel the Gators to their first Final Four appearance in 11 years.

Auburn Tigers’ Path

Auburn fought past Michigan State with a 70-64 win, powered by forward Johni Broome’s dominant performance of 25 points and 14 rebounds. Despite an arm injury scare, Broome’s resilience helped the Tigers reach their second Final Four under Coach Bruce Pearl.

Duke Blue Devils’ Ascent

Duke cruised past Alabama with an 85-65 victory. While freshman star Cooper Flagg had a quieter game, his leadership and composure have been crucial throughout the tournament, keeping the Blue Devils on track for another title shot.

Houston Cougars’ Dominance

Houston punched their ticket to the Final Four with a commanding 69-50 win over Tennessee. The Cougars’ stifling defense held Tennessee to just 15 first-half points, securing a statement victory as they aim for their first national title.

What’s Next?

The semifinal games will take place on April 5, with Florida vs. Auburn at 6:09 p.m. ET, followed by Duke vs. Houston at 8:49 p.m. ET. The winners will battle for the national championship on Monday, April 7, at 8:50 p.m. ET.

As the tournament nears its thrilling conclusion, college basketball fans are eagerly waiting to see which team will cut down the nets and claim the 2025 national championship.

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