As much as he loves college basketball, Dick Vitale isn't backing down from criticizing the NCAA. (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)As far as Dick Vitale is concerned, the NCAA tournament remains the greatest sporting event ever. ESPN noted a year ago that the NCAA tournament was expected to generate $869 million. His criticisms aside, his love of the NCAA tournament is rooted in its “one shining moment” tension. NCAA tournament gambling guide: Will the underdogs have their day?

Source: Washington Post March 18, 2019 16:07 UTC