Author: NBC Sports

Health is always a factor in the NCAA Tournament, shaping the way games transpire.

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DAYTON, Ohio — Marcus Foster scored 22 points and Zach Freemantle added 15 while overcoming foul trouble as Xavier rallied past Texas 86-80 in the First Four on Wednesday night.

The Mountaineers earned a date with No. 1 seed Duke on Friday in an East Region game at Raleigh, North Carolina.

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Rick Pitino, Bill Self and John Calipari will share the court this week in Providence - and they're not sure it's a coincidence.

Wade, 42, said he’s always tried to be transparent with both his assistants and players during this time of year.

DeChellis coached a school-record 426 games at Navy. The Midshipmen reached the championship game of the Patriot League Tournament this year before losing to American.

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