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Purdue Tops Bracketology; Arizona Faces Troy in 2026

5/1/2025

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Joe Lunardi's early 2026 NCAA Tournament Bracketology has Arizona positioned as a three seed, set to clash with 14th-seeded Troy. Iowa is also in the mix, bracing for a tough Big Ten battle. Meanwhile, Kentucky shines as a two seed, while Purdue claims the coveted top seed, with the SEC boasting an impressive 13 projected teams.

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Joe Lunardi's early 2026 NCAA Tournament Bracketology has Arizona positioned as a three seed, set to clash with 14th-seeded Troy. Iowa is also in the mix, bracing for a tough Big Ten battle. Meanwhile, Kentucky shines as a two seed, while Purdue claims the coveted top seed, with the SEC boasting an impressive 13 projected teams.