But, Ernie Johnson is the absolute best at delivering tributes and no one deserved more than Greg Gumbel.

There was something pure about that.

You truly had no idea and just waited around some box of a television hoping you heard those words.

Greg Gumbel is the face you probably should think have first when it comes to the event.

That’s why this is the perfect intro.

So shout out Ernie Johnson for this and everyone involved.

It was perfect and the only way we should have started this year’s Tournament.

Now let’s enjoy 12+ hours of college basketball.