The 1985

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was the 11th annual

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to determine the national champions of

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(NCAA) men's

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collegiate basketball in the

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. Held during March 1985, the field included 32 teams and the final championship rounds were contested at

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. North Park defeated

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, 72–71, to claim their fourth NCAA Division III national title.

Tournament bracket

Regionals

National finals

References

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Tournament bracket

Regionals

National finals

See also

References