1958–59 NCAA University Division men's basketball season
| 1958–59 NCAA University Division men's basketball season | |
|---|---|
| Preseason AP No. 1 | None |
| NCAA Tournament | 1959 |
| Tournament dates | March 7 – 21, 1959 |
| National Championship | Freedom Hall Louisville, Kentucky |
| NCAA Champions | California |
| Helms National Champions | California |
| Other champions | St. John's (NIT) |
| Player of the Year (Helms) | Oscar Robertson, Cincinnati |
The 1958–59 NCAA University Division men's basketball season began in December 1958, progressed through the regular season and conference tournaments, and concluded with the 1959 NCAA University Division basketball tournament championship game on March 21, 1959, at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky. The California Golden Bears won their first NCAA national championship with a 71–70 victory over the West Virginia Mountainneers.