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Jayhawks Face Streaking Lancers in NCAA Tournament Showdown

3/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The 2026 NCAA Tournament first-round game features No. 4 Kansas Jayhawks and No. 13 California Baptist Lancers on March 20 at 9:45 p.m. ET in San Diego, with Kansas a 14.5-point favorite.
Kansas holds a 23-10 record after a 4-5 stretch.
California Baptist Lancers stand 25-8 and ride a six-game winning streak.
Dominique Daniels Jr. leads the Lancers with 23.2 points per game.
CBS will broadcast the game.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Tournament marked a pivotal moment in college basketball history when Villanova, an eighth seed, defeated top-seeded Georgetown 66-64 on April 1, 1985. This upset, considered one of the biggest in tournament history, showcased the unpredictability of March Madness, as only 14.5% of brackets predicted Villanova's victory, influencing the tournament's cultural significance and competitive landscape.

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Story summary

The 2026 NCAA Tournament first-round game features No. 4 Kansas Jayhawks and No. 13 California Baptist Lancers on March 20 at 9:45 p.m. ET in San Diego, with Kansas a 14.5-point favorite.
Kansas holds a 23-10 record after a 4-5 stretch.
California Baptist Lancers stand 25-8 and ride a six-game winning streak.
Dominique Daniels Jr. leads the Lancers with 23.2 points per game.
CBS will broadcast the game.

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