The NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament is heating up with a first-round game between the LIU Sharks and the Arizona Wildcats. This game takes place at Viejas Arena in San Diego, California. Fans can catch all the action on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 1:35 PM ET on TNT. The LIU Sharks enter the tournament as a 16 seed with a strong season record of 24-10. They did well in the Northeast Conference, ending with an 18-3 record. On the other side, the Arizona Wildcats hold the 1 seed with an impressive 32-2 overall record. They excelled in the Big 12 Conference, finishing with a 19-2 record. <h2>LIU Sharks vs Arizona Wildcats Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NCAA Men's Division I Basketball</li><li>Teams: LIU Sharks vs Arizona Wildcats</li><li>Venue: Viejas Arena, San Diego CA</li><li>Date: Friday, March 20, 2026 at 1:35 PM ET</li><li>Betting Odds: Arizona Spread: -31.5, LIU Spread: +31.5, Arizona MoneyLine: -63625, LIU MoneyLine: +5375, Over/Under: 150.5</li></ul> <h2>LIU Sharks Team Preview</h2> <p>The LIU Sharks have been on a winning streak, taking their last three games. They recently won against the Mercyhurst Lakers by 9 points, scoring 79 to the Lakers' 70. Greg Gordon and Malachi Davis both scored 24 points in this game, contributing significantly to the team's win.</p> <p>The Sharks have shown strong performance throughout the season. They have an overall record of 24-10 and a conference record of 18-3 in the Northeast Conference. The team averages 74.1 points per game, with a field goal percentage of 48.1, placing them 39th in the nation.</p> <p>Jamal Fuller has been a key player for the Sharks, with an average of 16.4 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. Greg Gordon also stands out with a shooting percentage of 56.5%. These players have been crucial in the Sharks' recent victories and overall success this season.</p> <h2>Arizona Wildcats Team Preview</h2> <p>The Arizona Wildcats have been strong in recent games. They won their last three home games, scoring 79, 82, and 81 points. Their shooting was solid, with field goal percentages of 46.3%, 55.2%, and 48.3% in these games.</p> <p>Key players have stepped up for the Wildcats. Koa Peat and Brayden Burries both scored 21 points in the game against Houston. Ivan Kharchenkov and Anthony Dell'Orso also had standout performances in other games.</p> <p>For the season, Arizona ranks 11th in field goal percentage at 50.2%. They average 86.1 points per game, placing them 17th. The team is ranked #2 in the AP poll, reflecting their strong performance this season.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>For the spread, Arizona is favored by 31.5 points. Arizona scores an average of 86.1 points per game, while LIU allows 74.1 points. Arizona's strong offense and LIU's weaker defense suggest Arizona can cover the spread. The pick is Arizona -31.5.</p> <p>The over/under line is set at 150.5 points. Arizona averages 86.1 points per game, and LIU averages 74.1 points. The combined average of 160.2 points suggests the game will go over the total. The pick is over 150.5.</p>

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