The No. 1 seed Tennessee Volunteers face the No. 16 seed Miami (OH) RedHawks in the second round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament on Saturday, March 22, 2026. The game will be played at the Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Tennessee advanced by defeating the No. 16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson Knights in the first round. Miami (OH) earned its spot by winning the First Four game against the SMU Mustangs on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
This matchup presents a stark contrast in styles. Tennessee is known for its strong defense and physical play, while Miami (OH) relies on efficient offense and perimeter shooting. The Volunteers are heavily favored in this contest.
The winner of this game will advance to the Sweet 16 of the Midwest Region, facing the victor of the matchup between No. 8 seed Oklahoma and No. 9 seed Clemson.
