North Carolina vs. San Diego State: NCAA Tournament First Four Matchup
The North Carolina Tar Heels have made the NCAA Tournament, but not without some controversy. They were one of the last four teams selected, earning a spot in the First Four. Some analysts believed that West Virginia or Indiana deserved the spot instead, but ultimately, the Tar Heels secured their place in the tournament.
North Carolina enters the tournament as an 11-seed, led by veteran guard RJ Davis. Davis is in his fifth collegiate season and is averaging 17 points per game. The Tar Heels finished the season with a 22-13 record, falling to Duke in the ACC semifinals.
On the other side, San Diego State also found itself on the tournament bubble, earning the other 11-seed in this matchup. The Aztecs, who finished the season at 21-9, come from the strong Mountain West Conference and have been a consistent presence in March Madness over the past five years.
How to Watch UNC vs. San Diego State
TV Channel: truTV
Live Stream: Sling
Spero Dedes and Jim Spanarkel will be calling the game on truTV, with Jon Rothstein providing sideline coverage. Fans who prefer to stream the game can watch it live on Sling, which offers coverage of the entire March Madness tournament, including games on TNT, TBS, truTV, ESPN, and ABC.
Game Details
Date: Tuesday, March 18
Time: 9:10 p.m. ET
Location: UD Arena, Dayton, Ohio
The game is set to tip off at 9:10 p.m. ET at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio.
North Carolina’s Basketball Legacy
North Carolina is one of the most successful programs in college basketball history. The Tar Heels have won multiple national championships and are making their second consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, marking their 54th appearance overall. They last won the national championship in 2017 and remain a powerhouse even after the legendary coaching eras of Dean Smith and Roy Williams.
San Diego State’s Rise in College Basketball
While San Diego State doesn’t have the same storied history as North Carolina, the Aztecs have been a consistent NCAA Tournament team in recent years. This is their fifth straight tournament appearance and their 17th overall at the Division I level. They have become a tough competitor, capable of making deep runs in March Madness.
When is the Final Four in 2025?
The Final Four will take place on April 5 and 7, 2025, at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. The semifinals will be played on Saturday, April 5, and the national championship game will be held on Monday, April 7. The Alamodome has hosted the Final Four multiple times, including in 2018, 2008, 2004, and 1998. It has also hosted the Women’s Final Four three times.
March Madness 2025 Schedule
Here is the full schedule for the 2025 NCAA men’s basketball tournament:
Round | Date
First Four : 18-19 March
First Round: 20-21 March
Second Round: 22-23 March
Sweet 16: 27-28 March
Elite Eight: 29-30 March
Final Four: 5 April
National Championship: 7 April
As March Madness begins, fans can expect intense matchups, buzzer-beaters, and unforgettable moments. Will North Carolina prove it belongs in the tournament, or will San Diego State make a statement? Tune in to find out!