1943–44 NCAA men's basketball season
| 1943–44 NCAA men's basketball season | |
|---|---|
| NCAA Tournament | 1944 |
| Tournament dates | March 24 – 28, 1944 |
| National Championship | Madison Square Garden New York City, New York |
| NCAA Champions | Utah |
| Helms National Champions | Army |
| Other champions | St. John's (NIT) |
| Player of the Year (Helms) | George Mikan, DePaul |
The 1943–44 NCAA men's basketball season began in December 1943, progressed through the regular season and conference tournaments, and concluded with the 1944 NCAA basketball tournament championship game on March 28, 1944, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. The Utah Redskins won their first NCAA national championship with a 42–40 victory over the Dartmouth Indians.