As the 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament gets underway, fans can expect a whirlwind of unforgettable moments, from shocking upsets to heroic performances, all culminating in the crowning of a national champion.

North Carolina and VCU meet Thursday in the Round of 64 of the 2026 NCAA Tournament as March Madness takes center stage.

Michigan earned a No. 1 seed after a dominant Big Ten season, while Howard enters as an automatic qualifier looking to challenge one of the tournament favorites.