North Carolina, Kansas Are Playing In The National Championship Game Tonight In New Orleans

North Carolina, Kansas are playing the National Championship tonight in New Orleans.

Why?

North Carolina who is an 8 seed in East Region advanced to play Kansas who is the top seed in the Midwest Region Monday in the championship.

Why?

Because they topped Duke 81-77 in the National Semifinal.

Why?

North Carolina shot 50% from three point range making 7 of 13 3-pointers after halftime in an iron-willed performance, one that ultimately ended the Hall of Fame career of retiring Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski.

“according to an article by Aaron Beard on goheels.com”

Because Kansas beat Villanova who was a 2 seed in the South Region 81-65 on Saturday in the inaugural National Semifinal.

Why?

The No. 1 seeded Jayhawks never trailed in Saturday’s National Semifinal, leading for all but the first 19 seconds of the game. David McCormack led Kansas with a season-high 25 points and nine rebounds, while Ochai Agbaji scored 21 points. Kansas improved to 33-6 on the season, while Villanova finished its season with a 30-8 record.

“according to an article on kuathletics.com”

Tip off for the North Carolina, Kansas National Championship game Monday is set for 9:20pm eastern time, 8:20 central time from the Caesars Superdome the home of the New Orleans Saints of the NFL.