North Carolina's NCAA Tournament bid leads to social media backlash: 'How did this even happen?'

The 2025 NCAA Tournament men’s basketball bracket caused controversy when the North Carolina Tar Heels were selected as a “First Four” team against San Diego State for the No. 11 seed in the South Region, with social media backlash questioning their inclusion despite a 1-12 record in Quadrant 1 games. UNC Athletic Director Bubba Cunningham defended the decision, citing the selection committee’s process and recusal policies. While some argued for UNC’s recent performance and tough schedule, others criticized the team’s selection over bubble teams like Indiana, West Virginia, Boise State, and UC Irvine, who were left out. The Tar Heels will face off against the Aztecs to determine their fate in the tournament.

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