March Madness live updates: Kentucky vs. Santa Clara tips off a loaded Friday slate
By Greg Rosenstein
Published on March 20, 2026.
The first day of the NCAA Tournament has seen numerous upsets, including major upsets against North Carolina and Wisconsin. The top overall seed, however, remains optimistic about the future of the sport. The tournament is set to begin with a new round of games between the two teams.
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