During the opening rounds, dozens of teams compete for a chance to make it to the lauded Final Four. Many star players get a chance to shine on the national stage, while others drown in a sea of "Oohs" and "Ahhhs" as they catch a facial or screw up completely by themselves. A river of tears flows with every passing day of the NCAA Tournament because of heartbroken fans and misinformed bracket makers.
But one thing's for sure, it'll never get boring. When March Madness starts, it's time to watch. It has been this way for decades and always will be no matter how many one and done stars pass through the NCAA. Perhaps The Best GIFs of the 2013 NCAA Tournament (So Far) can help encapsulate why.
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