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How Bill Murray and Xavier University basketball are connected

Xavier has played in the NCAA Tournament 27 times since the tournament began in 1939. 2018 will be their 28th appearance. The Enquirer/Mike Nyerges

In case you hadn't heard why Bill Murray is such a big fan of the Xavier Musketeers: Murray's son, Luke, is an assistant coach for XU in his third season on Chris Mack's staff.

The comedian/actor has attended several Xavier games - at home, and on the road - per season since Luke arrived at XU.

Murray was at Xavier's win in January at Seton Hall, and Deadspin Tweeted his priceless reaction to J.