As Selection Sunday approaches on March 18, 2025, NCAA Tournament bubble teams are under increasing pressure to secure wins that could determine their eligibility for the 68-team field.

Wake Forest, with a KPI of 35 and a NET ranking of 58, must win against North Carolina State, Virginia, and Notre Dame to solidify their tournament chances.

In the ACC, North Carolina's recent win against North Carolina State has not significantly improved their bubble status, as they need to continue winning, starting with a crucial game against Virginia.

Arkansas, currently in DeCourcy's last four in, struggles with a 4-9 SEC record and must secure a win against Missouri to maintain any hope of tournament inclusion.

In the SEC, both Arkansas and Georgia are facing challenges to their tournament hopes, with Arkansas holding steady while Georgia's chances are decreasing after recent losses.

Mid-major teams like Drake and San Diego State are gaining traction with strong resumes and crucial wins, while VCU is also improving its position with an impressive home record.

UC Irvine and SMU are in the first four out, with UC Irvine needing to win their conference tournament and SMU seeking a must-win against Clemson to enhance their standing.

West Virginia remains in the bubble discussion with five Quad 1 wins and a NET ranking of 44, following a crucial victory against Cincinnati and needing another win against Texas Tech.

Indiana, also in the next four out, is aiming for a significant Quad 1 win against Purdue after a nine-day layoff, making this game critical for their tournament aspirations.

In the Big 12, BYU is on the rise with three consecutive wins, including a blowout victory over Kansas, solidifying their position in the last four in according to Mike DeCourcy's bracket forecast.

Coaches and players on bubble teams are acutely aware of their precarious positions and the importance of upcoming games for their NCAA Tournament hopes.

Nebraska in the Big Ten has turned around its season with five wins in six games, boosting its stock, while Ohio State is trending downward after a recent loss to Nebraska.