Houston faces SIU Edwardsville in March Madness today

The Houston Cougars will face the SIU Edwardsville Cougars today in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. This game will be held at the Intrust Bank Arena in Wichita, Kansas. Houston comes into the tournament with a strong record of 30 wins and 4 losses. They finished their Big 12 season with an impressive 19-1 record. In contrast, SIU Edwardsville has a record of 22 wins and 11 losses, having done well in the Ohio Valley Conference with a 13-7 record. The game is set to start at 2:00 p.m. ET. Fans can watch it live on TBS. The commentary team includes Tom McCarthy, Deb Antonelli, and Steve Smith. This matchup is a significant moment for SIU Edwardsville, as it marks their first appearance in the NCAA Tournament. They secured their spot by defeating Southeast Missouri in the Ohio Valley Conference final. Houston is considered a top contender, having had a great season. They are expected to present a tough challenge for SIU Edwardsville, who faced difficulties against other strong teams this year. Following today's game, the winner will advance to play either Gonzaga or Georgia in the second round on Saturday.