March Madness 2025 Final: Houston vs. Florida
Houston, after an impressive comeback against Duke, will face Florida, who rallied from an eight-point halftime deficit, in the NCAA March Madness 2025 final set for Monday at 8:50 p.m. ET.
Published on April 7, 2025
On April 6, 2025, the stage is set for an electrifying NCAA championship game as Houston, making its first finals appearance in 41 years, faces off against Florida, which returns to the title game for the first time since 2007. Houston advanced by mounting an impressive rally, overcoming a significant deficit against Duke with standout plays from L.J. Cryer and a stifling defensive effort. Meanwhile, Florida edged past Auburn 79-73, led by All-America guard Walter Clayton Jr., whose 34-point performance helped turn an eight-point halftime lag into a decisive victory.
The tournament, marked by the rare occurrence of all four No. 1 seeds reaching the Final Four—a feat last seen in 2008—has also become a major betting event with around $3.1 billion wagered across both the men's and women’s contests. With kickoff scheduled for Monday at 8:50 p.m. ET, this championship game promises to deliver high drama and lasting memories for college basketball fans.