Author: Eddie Timanus, USA TODAY

Duke men’s basketball got some good news with freshman forward Kyle Filipowski announcing he would return for his sophomore season.

A quartet of teams will head to Houston to determine the national champion for the men’s NCAA Tournament. Here are five Final Four bold predictions.

Sometimes it isn’t the star players who make the biggest differences in the biggest games. A look at the possible X-factors in the men’s Final Four.

Friday’s four NCAA men’s tournament games will complete the Elite Eight. Breaking down the matchups in the South and Midwest Regions.

The men’s Sweet 16 tips Thursday, with action in the Big Apple and Sin City. UCLA and Gonzaga could provide the biggest fireworks, in the nightcap.

Of 16 remaining teams in men’s NCAA Tournament, only four have won a national title. Seven of the Sweet 16 teams have never even been to a Final Four.

The second day of the main draw of the NCAA Tournament provides ample opportunities for upsets. Ranking the 16 matchups based on watchability.

The first day of the main draw of the NCAA Tournament is always highly anticipated. Ranking the 16 matchups based on watchability.

The South Regional of the NCAA Tournament is led by No. 1 overall seed Alabama. Can someone knock off the Tide and reach the Final Four?

The final USA TODAY Sports men’s basketball poll before the NCAA Tournament is done. Houston holds the No. 1 spot while Alabama rises to No. 2.