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2021 NCAA tournament - Schedule, venues, COVID-19 protocols and biggest March Madness questions

In a move anticipated since November, the NCAA on Monday formalized plans to hold the entire 2021 men's basketball tournament in Indianapolis. Details are still forthcoming, but here's what is currently known about the implications for the move, including the schedule for the event, venues, and health and safety protocols. ESPN reporters Jeff Borzello, John Gasaway and Myron Medcalf examined the details of the announcement.

What are the dates for the 2021 NCAA men's basketball tournament? Are these in line with what the planned dates were?

As of now, the NCAA tournament is expected to announce the field on the originally scheduled date and is planning to have the Final Four on the originally scheduled dates.