As of October 2023, there are several women's Basketball teams across various NCAA divisions that have never made the NCAA tournament. The exact number can fluctuate yearly based on team performance and conference changes. Historically, many teams have struggled to qualify, especially those in less prominent conferences. For the most current and specific number, it's best to refer to NCAA statistics or updates from relevant sports news sources.
The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament went to 64 teams in 1985.
There were 53 teams in the 1984 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship (5 play-in games before the tournament).
In 2000 there were 64 teams that played in the Division I basketball tournament.
there are 32 teams in the NIT tournament
Teams that are on the verge of being in or out of the NCAA tournament.
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Duke
UCLA with 11.
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Duke
The 11 seed is a play-in game in the NCAA basketball tournament because it allows for more teams to participate in the tournament and provides an opportunity for lower-seeded teams to earn a spot in the main bracket.