Texas vs NC State: Do or Die March Madness Matchup

0:00On March 18th, the first four games of the 2026 March Madness Tournament are underway, with one match have already done in three more two. Go! Tonight, the Texas Longhorns based the NC State Wolfpack in a number 11 versus number 11 clash. It tips off at 9.15 pm. Eastern time from UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio, airing on True TV. These teams met earlier this season, where Texas pulled out a narrow 102 to 97 victory. That history makes this rematch even tighter, as OzMakers call it a dead even contest. Fans are buzzing about the high stakes, since the loser sees their season end right here, before the main bracket starts. For players and coaches, it's due or die in this opening play in spot. The winner locks in as the number 11 seed in the West region, and advances to take on number 6, BYU. This Thursday, March 19th. From there, the full tournament rolls with first round gains March 19th and 20th.

1:00Keep an eye on how this shakes out, as it sets the tone for the whole bracket chase leading to the national championship on April 6th.