<p>The NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament kicks off with an exciting first-round game between the Howard Bison and the Michigan Wolverines. This Midwest Region matchup takes place at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. Fans can catch the game on CBS at 7:10 PM ET on Thursday, March 19, 2026.</p> <p>Howard enters the tournament as a 16 seed after a strong season in the Mid-Eastern Conference, finishing with a 23-10 overall record. Michigan, the 1 seed, had an impressive 31-3 season in the Big Ten Conference and is ranked #3 in the AP poll. Both teams will be looking to start their postseason journey with a win.</p> <h2>Howard Bison vs Michigan Wolverines Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NCAA Men's Division I Basketball</li><li>Teams: Howard Bison vs Michigan Wolverines</li><li>Venue: KeyBank Center, Buffalo NY</li><li>Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026</li><li>Betting Odds: Howard +30.5, Michigan -30.5</li></ul> <h2>Howard Bison Team Preview</h2> <p>The Howard Bison are getting ready for another away game this season. They have been scoring 77.5 points per game, ranking them 161st. Their field goal percentage stands at 45.8, which places them 155th in the league.</p> <p>On defense, the Bison are not as strong. They average 8.7 steals per game, and their fouls per game are high at 19.2. This might be something they need to work on to improve their chances in away games.</p> <p>Bryce Harris is a key player for the Bison, averaging 17.1 points per game. Cam Gillus also contributes with 10.6 points and 4.3 rebounds per game. Their teamwork will be crucial as they aim to perform well on the road.</p> <h2>Michigan Wolverines Team Preview</h2> <p>The Michigan Wolverines have had a strong season with a record of 31-3 overall. They have also performed well in their conference, achieving a 21-2 record. Ranked #3 in the AP poll, the team is part of the Big Ten Conference.</p> <p>In recent games, the Wolverines had a close win against Wisconsin with a score of 68-65. They also secured a win over Ohio State, finishing 71-67. However, they faced a setback against Purdue, losing 72-80.</p> <p>On the offensive front, the Wolverines average 86.8 points per game, ranking them 14th nationally. They have a field goal percentage of 50.5%, placing them 8th. On defense, they need improvement in steals and blocks, with 5.7 steals per game and 5.9 blocks per game.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>The spread for the game is Michigan -30.5. Michigan scores 86.8 points per game, while Howard scores 77.5. Michigan's strong offense and high ranking in points per game suggest they can cover the spread. The projected score is Michigan 90, Howard 58, so pick Michigan -30.5.</p> <p>The over/under line is set at 151.5. Michigan and Howard combine for an average of 164.3 points per game. With Michigan's efficient offense and Howard's decent scoring, the projected total is 148. The pick is under 151.5.</p>

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