March Madness: Smith's Assist Record & Upsets

0:00On March 20, day two of the NCAA tournament kicks off with a big highlight. Produced Braden Smith is on the verge of breaking Bobby Hurley's all-time assist record. Smith has been dishing dimes all season, and coaches expect him to pass that mark during today's action. It's a milestone that's got fans buzzing early in March madness. The schedule packs 16 games starting around noon central standard time. Pop seats like Arizona, Florida, and Yukon face long shot opponents right away. Midmajors such as Wright State and Hofstra look to pull off upsets against powerhouses Virginia and Alabama. Basketball fans call this one of the best days of the year, because every game feels wide open. Underdogs like Akron, Northern Iowa, and Furman have real shots at advancing, adding to the thrill. Players and coaches are hyped, knowing first-round magic can launch deep runs. Other games ramp up the stakes with matchups like Iowa vs. Clemson and UCF against UCLA.

1:00Bold predictions point to Texas Tech, Iowa State, and Kansas handling business. But nothing's guaranteed in this format. Officials have eyes on potential buzzer beaters across the board. As the bracket shakes out, these results will set the tone for the rest of the weekend. Stay tuned for more upsets and standout performances.