TCU basketball earned a No. 9 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament and will face the No. 8 seed Ohio State Buckeyes in the first round on March 19 in Greenville, SC. This matchup marks a significant moment for TCU, as they have never defeated Ohio State in their four previous contests.
With a 22-11 overall record and an 11-7 finish in the Big 12 Conference, TCU returns to March Madness for the fourth time in the last five years. Their recent performance has been strong, although they missed the tournament in 2025.
Ohio State, on the other hand, enters the tournament with a 21-12 overall record, having closed the season with four consecutive wins. This momentum could play a crucial role in their performance against TCU.
The game is projected to be one of the lower-scoring contests in the first round, with an over/under points total set at 146.5. TCU is currently listed as 2.5-point underdogs, reflecting the competitive nature of the matchup.
Fans can catch the action as the game will be broadcast on CBS, providing a platform for both teams to showcase their skills on a national stage.
As the tournament approaches, observers are keen to see how TCU will perform against a familiar opponent in Ohio State, and whether they can finally secure a victory against them. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to the lineup or strategy.
