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Miami RedHawks' NCAA Fate Hangs on Selection Sunday

3/13/2026

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The Miami (Ohio) RedHawks lost to UMass 87-83 in the MAC quarterfinals, despite finishing the season 31-1, raising questions about their NCAA tournament prospects.
Analysts say Miami deserves an at-large bid, noting no one-loss team has been left out since the 1985 expansion.
However, their weak strength of schedule complicates their at-large bid case.
The selection committee's decision hinges on other bubble teams and Miami's metrics; Selection Sunday will decide their spot.

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The Miami (Ohio) RedHawks lost to UMass 87-83 in the MAC quarterfinals, despite finishing the season 31-1, raising questions about their NCAA tournament prospects.
Analysts say Miami deserves an at-large bid, noting no one-loss team has been left out since the 1985 expansion.
However, their weak strength of schedule complicates their at-large bid case.
The selection committee's decision hinges on other bubble teams and Miami's metrics; Selection Sunday will decide their spot.