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The Eastern Conference features the top-seeded Branford Bulldogs, who will face the Barrie Colts, with games scheduled from April 22 to May 4.

Imanaga was razor-sharp: 6 IP, 1 R, 3 H, 11 K, and 1 BB. His performance was crucial in leading the Cubs to a decisive victory over the Phillies.

Oscar Cluff scored 21 points, Trey Kaufman-Renn had 20 and No. 18 Purdue topped No. 3 Michigan 80-72 on Sunday for the Big Ten tournament championship. Braden Smith had 14 points, 11 assists and three steals as Purdue (27-8) added to an impressive turnaround after closing the regular season with four losses in six games.

Cornell is thrilled to welcome all of these incredible student-athletes to Ithaca. The NCAA basketball tournaments are cultural institutions and lots of fun. I'm excited and proud, both as a fan and as the university's president, to host our terrific Ivy athletes, coaches and fans.

MVC play features the Bradley Braves (18-10, 11-6 MVC) at home against the Illinois State Redbirds (18-10, 10-7 MVC) on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET. Bradley lost its previous game to Valparaiso, 79-72, on Wednesday. Alex Huibregtse led the way with 22 points, plus two boards and one assist. In its previous game, Illinois State topped Murray State on Wednesday, 78-61. Its high scorer was Ty'Reek Coleman with 22 points.

Big Ten play features the Indiana Hoosiers (14-13) at home against the Oregon Ducks (19-9) on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 1 p.m. ET. In its previous game, Indiana fell to UCLA on Sunday, 92-48. Its leading scorer was Maya Makalusky with 13 points. In its previous game, Oregon defeated Nebraska on Thursday, 80-76. Ehis Etute scored a team-high 21 points (and contributed four assists and six boards).

When is Morehead State vs. Western Illinois and when does it start? This matchup between the Eagles and Leathernecks will go down on Saturday, February 21, 2026. You can expect the opening tip at 4:30 p.m. ET. Where to Watch Morehead State vs. Western Illinois The Eagles and Leathernecks will take to the court at LeRoy A. Ufkes Court at Western Hall for this matchup on Feb. 21, and if you want to catch the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!

The Providence Friars (11-15, 4-11 Big East) aim to end a five-game road losing streak when they visit the DePaul Blue Demons (14-12, 6-9 Big East) on February 21, 2026. DePaul won its previous game versus Seton Hall, 69-57, on Wednesday. N.J. Benson starred with 21 points, and also had eight rebounds and one assist. Providence lost its most recent game to St. John's, 79-69, on Saturday. Stefan Vaaks starred with 20 points, plus five boards and three assists.