SEC Sets Record with 14 NCAA Tournament Bids, Expecting $28M Earnings

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) has made history by securing 14 bids for the 2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, surpassing the previous record of 11 set by the Big East in 2011. This achievement will generate approximately $28 million for the conference, with additional earnings for teams that advance in the tournament. Auburn and Florida earned No. 1 seeds, while Alabama and Tennessee secured No. 2 seeds. Despite the SEC's recent dominance, questions linger about whether an SEC team can win the championship, as no team has done so since Kentucky in 2012. The SEC's success is attributed to strategic investments and leadership, transforming it into a powerhouse in men’s basketball. The conference aims to leverage this momentum to secure its first championship in over a decade.