1985–86 NCAA Division I men's basketball season
| 1985–86 NCAA Division I men's basketball season | |
|---|---|
| Preseason AP No. 1 | Georgia Tech |
| NCAA Tournament | 1986 |
| Tournament dates | March 13 – 31, 1986 |
| National Championship | Reunion Arena Dallas, Texas |
| NCAA Champions | Louisville |
| Other champions | Ohio State (NIT) |
| Player of the Year (Naismith, Wooden) | Johnny Dawkins, Duke (Naismith), Walter Berry, St. John's (Wooden) |