As the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament approaches, several programs are striving to maintain their impressive streaks of consecutive tournament appearances, while others face the risk of ending longstanding runs.
Longest Active Streaks
Kansas Jayhawks: Leading with 34 consecutive NCAA Tournament bids since 1990, the Jayhawks have set a Division I record.
Michigan State Spartans: Under Coach Tom Izzo, the Spartans have secured 26 straight tournament appearances since 1998.
Gonzaga Bulldogs: With 25 consecutive appearances starting in 1999, Gonzaga has become a consistent tournament presence.
Streaks in Jeopardy
Gonzaga Bulldogs: Despite their long-standing success, Gonzaga’s tournament streak is at risk this year. The Bulldogs have made nine consecutive Sweet 16 appearances, but their current performance has raised concerns about their postseason prospects.
Kansas Jayhawks: While holding the longest active streak, the Jayhawks’ path to the tournament is uncertain this season.
Programs on the Rise
Duke Blue Devils: Embracing a strategy focused on young talent, Duke is experiencing a resurgence. Freshmen standouts like Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel have propelled the team to significant victories, positioning them as strong contenders in the upcoming tournament.
University of San Francisco (USF) Dons: USF is making a compelling case for an at-large bid. With a 23-7 record and a pivotal game against Gonzaga on the horizon, the Dons aim to bolster their tournament resume and potentially end Gonzaga’s dominance.
As Selection Sunday approaches, the college basketball landscape is poised for potential shifts, with traditional powerhouses striving to extend their legacies and emerging teams eager to make their mark on March Madness.
