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Miami (Ohio) upset SMU 89-79 in the First Four to earn its first NCAA Tournament win in 27 years. The 11th-seeded RedHawks, who went 32-1 in the regular season, will face Tennessee in the Midwest Region after Eian Elmer poured in 22 points (including 6-of-9 from 3) and Brant Byers added 19 as Miami overcame early doubt from a MAC tournament loss and a lengthy at-large bid debate.
Miami (Ohio) pulled away to beat SMU 89-79 in the NCAA Tournament First Four in Dayton, signaling their March Madness bid and momentum heading into the tournament.
Miami University (OH)’s RedHawks grabbed attention in the 2026 NCAA Tournament First Four when the swim team wore Speedos to distract SMU’s free throws, helping spark a 13-1 run in the second half. Despite an undefeated 31–0 run entering the MAC Tournament, they slipped into an at-large bid situation and wound up among the last teams in the field, with SMU earning the No. 68 seed and the committee explaining Miami (OH) wasn’t the last team selected.
Miami (Ohio) defeated SMU 89-79 in the NCAA Tournament First Four, earning the RedHawks their first NCAA win in 27 years as Eian Elmer scored 22 on 6-of-9 3-pointers. They advance to face Tennessee in the Midwest Region, while SMU’s bid ends after a Big-7 performance with 20 points from Jaden Toombs. Miami’s sharp shooting and timely threes helped offset SMU’s size advantage, and coach Travis Steele praised the team's attacking mindset as proof they belong in the tournament.
Miami (Ohio) rolled past SMU 89-79 in the First Four behind Eian Elmer’s 22 points to advance the 11th-seeded RedHawks (32-1) to a Midwest Region clash with Tennessee, capping their 27-year NCAA Tournament drought despite a schedule skeptics cited; Brant Byers added 19 and Luke Skaljac 17 as SMU’s Jaden Toombs led with 20 points. In the nightcap, Prairie View A&M beat Lehigh 67-55 to become a 16-seed and earn a date with Florida, led by Dontae Horne’s 25 and Cory Wells’ 19 as Lehigh’s Nasir Whitlock struggled.
Miami (Ohio) defeated SMU 89-79 in the NCAA Tournament First Four at the University of Dayton Arena, led by Eian Elmer's 23 points and Brant Byers' 19 as the RedHawks move to 32-1 and advance to face Tennessee in the Midwest Region; SMU's Jaden Toombs had 20 points and 11 rebounds, Jaron Pierre Jr. added 18, and Samet Yiğitoğlu fouled out late, while Miami connected on 16 of 41 3-pointers to win their first NCAA Tournament game in 27 years.
Miami (OH) upset SMU 89-79 in the NCAA Tournament First Four at UD Arena, earning the RedHawks their first NCAA win since 1999 and a date with Tennessee in the Round of 64. The MAC champions leaned on a 3-point barrage (16 total) led by Eian Elmer’s 23 points, with Brant Byers (19) and Luke Skaljac (17) also delivering big outputs as Miami shot well from deep.
With Selection Sunday looming, SMU publicly said BJ Edwards would return for the NCAA Tournament and allegedly told the selection committee he’d be available, a late update that supporters say could have influenced SMU’s bubble status over Oklahoma. Committee chair Keith Gill indicated Edwards’ projected return helped SMU regain full strength, prompting ethics questions about transparency and whether the update swayed the bid.
SMU will miss BJ Edwards in its NCAA Tournament opener vs Miami (OH) due to an ankle injury, but the team is hopeful he can return if SMU advances beyond the First Four; Corey Washington will play after being questionable. Edwards averages 12.7 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.9 assists; he hasn’t played since Feb. 25, and SMU is 1-5 without him. Coach Andy Enfield said they’ll do what’s best for the student-athlete. The winner faces Tennessee in Philadelphia in the Round of 64; tip-off is at 9:15 p.m. ET.
SportsLine's projection model — run 10,000 simulations deep and boasting an 11-1 run on top over/under picks and 28-22 on top-rated CBB side picks — projects the Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. SMU Mustangs First Four game to go Over 163.5 total points and flags a spread bet that hits above 60% of the time, with SMU as a 6.5-point favorite at DraftKings.
Louisville (19-6, 8-4) heads to Dallas to face SMU (17-8, 6-6) at Moody Coliseum for a non-conference clash broadcast on ESPN2. The Cardinals lead the series 10-2 and won 88-74 in the Jan. 31 matchup in Louisville, while SMU boasts a high-powered offense led by Boopie Miller (18.9 ppg) and Jaron Pierre Jr. (17.4 ppg). SMU ranks near the top of the ACC in scoring and assists, making this a test for Louisville’s defense and a potential signature win for the Mustangs. Ken Pomeroy projects a tight game (Louisville 84, SMU 82) as both teams seek momentum down the stretch.
The University of North Carolina men's basketball team suffered a significant 97-83 loss to SMU, with SMU's guard Boopie Miller leading a high-scoring second half that overwhelmed UNC's defense. Despite shooting 48%, UNC struggled defensively, allowing SMU to shoot 60%, highlighting defensive issues rather than offensive problems. The game emphasized SMU's potent offense and UNC's need to improve defensive consistency.
SMU defeated North Carolina 97-83 with a strong second-half performance, led by key players Boopie Miller, Corey Washington, and BJ Edwards, showcasing offensive efficiency and physicality that outmatched the Tar Heels, who are still adjusting their offensive leadership. The game featured notable contributions from Jarin Stevenson and a large crowd of alumni, with UNC preparing to face Wake Forest next.
SMU defeated North Carolina 97-83 in Dallas, ending UNC's seven-game winning streak, with SMU shooting exceptionally well in the second half, led by Boopie Miller and Corey Washington, while UNC's Seth Trimble and Jarin Stevenson had strong performances.
The No. 12 North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball team is set to play their first ACC road game of the season against SMU on January 3, 2026, with UNC leading the series 3-1 all-time against SMU. The team, currently 13-1, is on a strong start and features standout freshmen Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar, who are making significant impacts. The game will be broadcast on The CW, and UNC aims to continue their impressive defensive and offensive performances this season.