Expected winners today:
| Region | High Seed | Low Seed | Chance of winning |
|---|---|---|---|
| West | (2) Arizona | (7) Dayton | 53.66% |
| Midwest | (4) Kansas | (5) Gonzaga | 51.98% |
| West | (1) UNC | (9) Michigan St | 61.53% |
| East | (2) Iowa St | (7) Washington St | 58.88% |
| South | (11) NC State | (14) Oakland | 62.28% |
| Midwest | (2) Tennessee | (7) Texas | 61.32% |
| East | (2) Illinois | (11) Duquesne | 62.83% |
| Midwest | (3) Creighton | (11) Oregon | 54.48% |