Robert Morris aims to upset No. 2 Alabama

Robert Morris University is getting ready to face a big challenge in the NCAA Tournament. They are the No. 15 seed and will play against No. 2 seed Alabama. The game will take place at Rocket Arena in Cleveland on Friday at 12:40 p.m. Guard D.J. Smith is excited about the opportunity. He has experience playing at high levels and is ready to take on the challenge. The Colonials have been on a winning streak, with 10 wins in a row and only one loss in their last 17 games. The tournament has a history of upsets, with only 11 No. 15 seeds defeating No. 2 seeds since 1985. The last upset happened in 2023 when Princeton beat Arizona. In 2010, Robert Morris almost achieved an upset but lost to Villanova in overtime. Robert Morris Coach Andy Toole remembers that close game but believes the current team has its own strengths. He recognizes Alabama's power and speed, noting they are a different type of challenge. Alabama has many strong players, and they have scored over 100 points in games several times this season. Despite being heavy underdogs, Robert Morris is determined to compete. The team knows they need to play tough and confident. The odds are stacked against No. 15 seeds with a record of just 11 wins and 145 losses since the tournament expanded. Robert Morris is a 22.5-point underdog in this matchup. As March Madness kicks off, Robert Morris hopes to make their mark and perhaps become the next underdog to upset a higher seed.