That initial viewing audience was estimated at 500,000 persons. This included a record 488 stations. The Wildcats were seeded eighth in 1985 when they defeated Georgetown 66-64. Nantz will call his 11th Final Four in 2001, along with partner, Billy Packer, who will be serving as analyst for his 27th consecutive NCAA Championship. The game has been added because 31 conferences, rather than the customary 30, have automatic bids, in addition to the 34 teams that the committee annually selects on an at-large basis.
Selection is based on the results from the current season.
They can also be automatic qualifiers or at-large teams. The Orangemen have won 39 Tournament games, including runner-up finish in 1987 and 1996. Inc. All rights reserved.