March Madness Upsets Emerge
15th-seeded Pitt upset Stanford in the ACC tournament [https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/college-basketball-conference-tournaments-2026-schedule-results-automatic-bids-march-madness/]. Siena and Gonzaga secured automatic bids to March Madness [https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7097219/2026/03/11/march-madness-2026-mens-ncaa-tournament-auto-bid-tracker/].
Pitt's victory over Stanford marks a significant upset, considering their lower seeding in the ACC tournament. This win could give Pitt momentum as they head into March Madness. Siena's automatic bid shows their strength in their conference, setting them up for a chance to make noise in the tournament. Gonzaga, a perennial powerhouse, continues their streak of March Madness appearances with another automatic bid. These early results highlight the unpredictability of March Madness, where upsets and dominant performances are common. Expect more surprising outcomes as the tournament progresses.
