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The 11-seed VCU Rams rallied from a 19-point deficit to stun 6-seed North Carolina 82-78 in overtime in the NCAA Tournament, delivering the sport’s biggest first-round comeback, but TSN Canada cut away from the late-regulation finish to curling, prompting debate over access since the ending was still playable on TSN4/TSN+ and sparking subscriber concerns.
VCU erased a 19-point second-half deficit to upset UNC 82-78 in overtime in the NCAA Tournament. UNC squandered the late chances with free-throw misses and turnovers as VCU surged to shoot 62% in the second half. Terrence Hill poured in 34 for VCU, while Henri Veesaar tallied 26 points and 10 rebounds for UNC but two late OT free throws haunted him. UNC’s bench was outscored 42-7, and the Tar Heels set more difficult first-round NCAA history, with Seth Trimble likely playing his last game for Carolina; questions loom about the program’s direction after back-to-back early exits.
North Carolina blew a 19-point second-half lead and fell 82-78 in overtime to VCU in the NCAA Tournament, ending the Tar Heels’ season. Henri Veesaar led UNC with 26 points and 10 rebounds, but UNC went 0-for-6 in the overtime period and struggled after halftime as VCU rallied and sealed the win with late free throws following a key sequence.
No. 6 seed North Carolina draws a dangerous No. 11 seed VCU in the NCAA Tournament first round in Greenville. UNC arrives off an ACC quarterfinal defeat to Clemson, highlighted by Henri Veesaar’s 28-point, 17-rebound game, while VCU rode a 16-1 stretch to win the A-10 title and has surged late, led by Lazar Djokovic and Terrance Hill Jr. The Rams play a fast-paced attack that drives to the basket and shoots well from deep, while UNC seeks to defend without fouling and capitalize on its size and rebounding edge. This sets up UNC’s first-ever meeting with VCU and a stern test as the Rams’ pressure and efficiency collide with the Tar Heels’ frontcourt depth.
Duke earned the No. 1 overall seed and leads a favored field alongside Arizona entering the 2026 NCAA men’s tournament, as both programs posted strong seasons and title aspirations. Cinderella contenders highlighted include Miami (Ohio), which opens in Dayton as a First Four participant against SMU with the winner facing Tennessee, and VCU, the No. 11 seed from the Atlantic 10 that draws North Carolina in the opener and could later meet Illinois or Penn before a potential date with Houston. Despite tough paths, the piece identifies these programs as possible surprise runs in a wide-open bracket.
UNC is the No. 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament’s South Region and will face No. 11 VCU in Greenville, S.C., on Thursday. The Tar Heels (24-8) pursue a deep run under fourth-year coach Hubert Davis, while VCU (27-7) arrives with a 16-of-17 win streak and the A-10 title. This marks UNC’s 55th NCAA Tournament appearance, a program record second only to itself in all-time wins, and UNC and VCU will be meeting for the first time in men’s basketball. The winner moves on to play the Illinois-Penn winner in Greenville on Saturday. Carolina has played 13 games vs. teams in the 68-team field this season, going 7-6 against them.
After a 47-year wait, Duquesne secured its eighth consecutive victory by defeating VCU 57-51 to earn a spot in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1977. Despite VCU's comeback from an 18-point deficit, Duquesne held on to the lead and sealed the win with crucial free throws in the final minute. The late political consultant Mossie Murphy, a prominent Duquesne basketball supporter, would have been proud of the team's achievement.
The No. 25 Dayton Flyers secured a historic 91-86 victory against Virginia Commonwealth, marking their 13th consecutive Senior Night win and a perfect 15-0 home record for the season. Coach Anthony Grant praised the team's resilience and character, hailing them as a special group. The Flyers overcame a 17-point deficit with standout performances from Nate Santos, Kobe Elvis, and DaRon Holmes II. The game featured lead changes and an overtime battle, ultimately culminating in a hard-fought triumph for Dayton.
Dayton's loss to VCU has caused them to drop to No. 13 in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 college basketball rankings, and they are now one game back of Richmond in the A-10 standings. Despite this setback, they are still favored in their remaining A-10 games and are projected to win the outright league championship by KenPom.com.
Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert led a 15-point comeback for the Iowa State Cyclones in their 68-64 win over VCU at the ESPN Events Invitational. Lipsey scored a career-high 22 points, while Gilbert contributed a double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds. Despite a slow start and a 15-point deficit, Iowa State rallied in the second half, with Lipsey and Gilbert making crucial plays down the stretch. The Cyclones will face the winner of Boise State and Virginia Tech in the next round of the tournament.
Iowa State's Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert led the team to a 68-64 victory over VCU in the ESPN Events Invitational. The guards scored 22 points each, utilizing aggressive drives to the basket against VCU's defenders. Robert Jones' screens also played a crucial role in creating opportunities for the Cyclone guards. Despite trailing for most of the game, Iowa State shot 61% from the field in the second half and secured the win. They will face either Boise State or Virginia Tech in their next game.
The Iowa State men's basketball team will face off against VCU in the ESPN Events Invitational today at 4:30 p.m. CT. The game will be televised on ESPN2, and can also be streamed on espn.com/watch. The Cyclones are currently 4-0, while VCU holds a 3-1 record.
New Penn State basketball head coach Mike Rhoades has confirmed that four members of his VCU coaching staff will be joining him in Happy Valley, along with the hire of Penn State legend Joe Crispin. The coaching staff has a strong mix of recruiting prowess, regional ties, and offensive philosophy, as well as a connection to Philadelphia through Martelli's family.
VCU has hired Ryan Odom as its new basketball coach after Mike Rhoades left for Penn State. Odom, who previously coached at UMBC and Utah State, has a career record of 170-106 and has won conference championships and made NCAA Tournament appearances. He is VCU's sixth coach in 17 years and is expected to continue the program's success.
Penn State has hired Mike Rhoades as its new head basketball coach, agreeing to a seven-year deal with an average salary of $3.7 million. Rhoades, a Pennsylvania native, previously coached VCU for six years, leading the team to three of the last four NCAA tournaments. He replaces Micah Shrewsberry, who left for Notre Dame. Rhoades' VCU teams were known for their aggressive defense, which will be a stark contrast to the way PSU played under Shrewsberry. VCU is expected to replace Rhoades with Ryan Odom from Utah State.