**March Madness Bracket Expansion Could Enhance Value, Decision Expected Soon, Says Baker**
In a shocking twist that has left sports fans and mathematicians alike scratching their heads, NCAA President Mark Baker announced today that the March Madness bracket could be expanded to include not just 68 teams, but potentially 128, 256, or even 1,024 teams. “Why stop at 68 when we can have a bracket so big it requires its own zip code?” Baker quipped during a press conference held in a gymnasium filled with inflatable basketballs.
Baker, who is known for his love of both basketball and chaos, explained that the expansion would not only enhance the value of the tournament but also provide ample opportunities for fans to fill out brackets that are longer than their grocery lists. “Imagine the thrill of watching your alma mater play a team from a community college in a remote part of Idaho! It’s the American dream!” he exclaimed, while juggling three basketballs and a bag of nachos.
Critics, however, are concerned about the logistics of such a massive tournament. “I can barely keep track of my fantasy football team, let alone a bracket with 1,024 teams,” said local sports enthusiast and part-time cat juggler, Jerry “The Bracketologist” Thompson. “At this point, I might as well just flip a coin for every game.”
In a bold move to sweeten the deal, Baker also proposed that the tournament be held in a virtual reality arena, where fans can watch their favorite teams battle it out while simultaneously dodging virtual hot dogs and nachos. “It’s like being at the game, but without the pesky reality of actually being there,” he added, clearly excited about the prospect of fans experiencing the thrill of a buzzer-beater while sitting in their pajamas.
As the decision looms, one thing is clear: whether it’s 68 teams or 1,024, March Madness is about to get a whole lot madder. And if Baker has his way, we might just need a second mortgage to fill out our brackets.
