2026 March Madness Round of 32 predictions and betting odds

Nebraska is set to face Vanderbilt in the Round of 32 on Saturday, and it feels like there might be a bit of a mismatch, despite their seeding. The Commodores are slight favorites, holding a -1.5 points edge as of now, but the Cornhuskers, who are seeded fourth, showcased impressive defense and achieved a convincing […]
Fire department advises fans to keep fire hydrants clear during March Madness festivities

March Madness and Fire Safety Reminder March Madness is in full effect, and it’s already been a thrill ride. I mean, who could have predicted No. 9 TCU taking down No. 8 Ohio State in that first round on Thursday? That kind of matchup isn’t uncommon, but this year, there’s a notable trend: every No. […]
Bryce Hopkins of St. John’s returning to his pre-injury level for March Madness

SAN DIEGO — A Boost for St. John’s Offense The Red Storm’s offense has noticeably improved recently. They’ve been making more three-pointers and seem to be working better together. But, honestly, the standout change has been Bryce Hopkins. He appears to be back to his pre-injury form, prior to tearing his ACL. Coach Rick Pitino […]
UCF player John Bol makes a basket for the opposing team in March Madness defeat against UCLA

In the chaos of March Madness, it’s often the seemingly minor mistakes that stand out. For UCF center John Bol, however, a particular blunder was anything but minor—he accidentally scored a basket for the other team. During a first-half play in the game between No. 7 UCLA and No. 10 UCF, Bol inadvertently shoved a […]
Hubert Davis’ future at UNC uncertain following March Madness disappointment as support wavers.

Hubert Davis Faces Uncertain Future After NCAA Tournament Loss Hubert Davis entered the NCAA Tournament with high hopes but saw his team squander a 19-point lead, ultimately losing the game—and potentially his job. The future for Davis at the University of North Carolina appears shakier than ever. Reports suggest that his team, after a tough […]
Olivier Rioux from Florida stands tall against his opponent in a widely shared moment during March Madness.

Florida’s Olivier Rioux Stands Tall in NCAA Tournament Win It’s a rare sight when a 6-foot-8 basketball player seems to shrink on the court, but that’s exactly what happened during a recent game featuring the tallest college player ever, Olivier Rioux. Standing at a staggering 7 feet, 9 inches, he made his presence felt during […]
Olivier Rioux, the 7-foot-9 standout from Florida, sets a record in March Madness

Olivier Rieu Makes History in March Madness Debut Olivier Rieu, the tallest player in college basketball history, was a spectator as Florida pursued the national title last year. But this March Madness, he’s making headlines himself. The 7-foot-9 redshirt freshman set a record once more on Friday night, contributing to No. 1 seed University of […]
Analysis of today’s top March Madness 2026 games: Saturday’s highlights

Here’s a look at some important matchups for March Madness 2026 happening on Saturday: (9) St. Louis vs. (1) Michigan 12:10 PM, CBS This game could be a significant milestone for the Wolverines. They only led by four at halftime, but in the second half, they dominated Howard. St. Louis, a mid-major team that had […]
Hofstra fans are proud of the team’s determined effort in March Madness.

Hofstra fans are beaming with pride. The Blue and Gold supporters enjoyed their team’s first NCAA Tournament appearance in 25 years, even though they lost to Alabama in a closer match than expected: 90-70 on Friday. “They gave it their all,” said Hofstra season ticket holder Al Arthur. “It’s been quite an emotional ride.” Arthur’s […]
St. John’s dominates Northern Iowa for a strong start to March Madness

SAN DIEGO — Rick Pitino and His Team Focused on the Game Rick Pitino and his squad have chosen to ignore the chatter surrounding their NCAA Tournament seedings and being sent out West for their first game. Instead, they’re focusing on what really matters: playing strong basketball. St. John’s, the fifth seed, seemed remarkably composed, […]