March Madness 2026 live bracket updates: Scores, analysis for men's first-round games
Key Points:
- Virginia is struggling in their NCAA Tournament game against Wright State, who leads 60-58 with both teams having hit 11 three-pointers each; Wright State is poised for a potential upset.
- Iowa State's key player Joshua Jefferson suffered a serious ankle injury early in their game against Tennessee State, raising concerns about Iowa State's chances without their top scorer and rebounder.
- Alabama faces a challenge against Hofstra without their second-leading scorer Aden Holloway, who is sidelined due to a felony drug charge, giving Hofstra an improved chance for an upset.
- Kentucky survived a thrilling overtime game against Santa Clara, highlighted by Otega Oweh’s clutch shooting and a controversial no-timeout call that allowed Kentucky to tie