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Greenville Regional – Day 1 (Thursday)

What a start to the Greenville Regional—Thursday delivered a full slate of high-level, high-drama basketball, especially in the opening three games.

The day tipped off with a thriller between TCU and Ohio State. TCU controlled the tempo for most of the game, but Ohio State mounted a late surge to even things up in the closing moments. With the game on the line, TCU executed flawlessly on its final possession, capped by a clutch game-winner from Xavier Edmonds to seal the victory.

The second game nearly produced a historic upset. Siena became the first team ever to take a double-digit halftime lead over a No. 1 seed in tournament play. Head coach Gerry McNamara had his alma mater fully prepared, and his group pushed the top overall seed to the brink. However, behind the play of Cam Boozer and a dominant second-half performance on the glass, the No. 1 seed regained control. When Siena’s shots stopped falling, their inability to secure rebounds ultimately proved decisive.

The game of the night—and arguably one of the best of the tournament so far—was UNC vs. VCU. North Carolina appeared firmly in control, building a 19-point lead in the second half and still holding an 11-point advantage with just over five minutes remaining. Then came VCU’s surge. Terrance Hill delivered a remarkable performance, pouring in 34 points off the bench, including 20 in the second half, to fuel a stunning comeback. The energy from the VCU crowd—and even the band—added to an unforgettable atmosphere.

The final matchup of the day, Penn vs. Illinois, lacked the same drama but showcased Illinois’ dominance. The Illini controlled the game from start to finish, using their size, athleticism, and defensive pressure to overwhelm Penn. While the Quakers showed early fight with timely outside shooting, Illinois tightened defensively, controlled the paint, and pulled away comfortably in the second half.

Round of 32

TCU vs. Duke
TCU kept things competitive early, knocking down shots and staying within striking distance through the first half. However, Duke made decisive adjustments after the break, elevating its defensive intensity and limiting TCU’s offensive opportunities. With Sarr stretching the floor and knocking down perimeter shots, Duke proved difficult to contain and ultimately pulled away.

VCU vs. Illinois
VCU’s momentum from the previous round quickly unraveled when freshman standout Nyk Lewis suffered a serious injury in the opening minute. From that point forward, Illinois controlled the game. VCU managed to briefly tie things late in the first half, but the Illini’s size, depth, and overall execution were too much to overcome. Illinois looks well-positioned to make a deep run as the tournament continues.