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NCAA Tournament Expands to Two Cities | Kansas Jayhawks Basketball News

The NCAA men’s basketball tournament is expanding big-time, with the first games of the 76-team field kicking off in two cities—Dayton and Wichita—starting March 16th. This marks a major shift from Dayton’s longtime solo hosting role, with Wichita chosen for its central location to reduce travel for teams. The early games will feature the 12 lowest-seeded automatic qualifiers and at-large teams, giving more squads a shot at stardom right away. Plus, teams can now play in their home arenas during the early rounds—a huge boost for fan engagement. The 2027 tournament sites are also set, with the…

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