2026 men's March Madness: Superlatives from the first round
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Key Points:
- High Point's Chase Johnston scored the game-winning layup against Wisconsin, marking his first 2-point field goal of the season after predominantly shooting 3-pointers.
- High Point head coach Flynn Clayman confidently stated postgame that mid-major programs can compete with Power 4 schools, emphasizing the need for stronger scheduling.
- Siena notably kept its starting five on the floor for nearly the entire game against Duke, leading by double digits at halftime before ultimately losing 71-65.
- The matchup between Long Island University and Arizona was dubbed the "Battle of the Teas," referencing Arizona's iced tea brand and Long Island's iced tea cocktail, with Arizona winning 92-58.
- North Carolina's halftime tweet seemingly jinxed their game
