First Round: Akron vs. Texas Tech

First Round: Akron vs. Texas Tech

2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

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Midwest Region first round begins as the Red Raiders play the Zips in Tampa. Junior JT Toppin is out after a torn ACL in the previous month. Senior Tavari Johnson leads Akron, averaging 20.1 points per game. Both teams battle for a second-round spot.

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