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Conference and NBA matchups set for tournament week

PUBLISHED Mar 8, 2026, 7:33 AM ET

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United States — Conference tournament play begins as multiple regional college and NBA teams meet in scheduled matchups this week overall. Tulane hosts Memphis after split regular-season results; Memphis won 96-95 on March 8 while Tulane won 78-76 on Feb. 1. Cincinnati faces Utah in the Big 12 Tournament following a 69-65 Cincinnati win on Feb. 15. Texas A&M-CC, Stephen F. Austin, New Orleans, Nevada, Air Force, Richmond, Loyola Chicago, Kentucky, LSU, Texas and Ole Miss prepare for single-elimination conference games. The Philadelphia 76ers host Memphis in an NBA regular-season meeting this week. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Lauren Mitchell | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Feb. 1 — Tulane beat Memphis 78-76 during the regular season.
Feb. 7 — Texas defeated Ole Miss 79-68 in their regular-season meeting.
Feb. 10 — New Orleans Privateers beat Texas A&M-CC 84-78.
Feb. 15 — Cincinnati beat Utah 69-65 in their prior matchup.
March 8 — Memphis edged Tulane 96-95 in a later-season meeting.

News Intelligence

This week's conference and NBA matchups are a big deal for sports fans. Whether you're rooting for your college alma mater or your favorite NBA team, these games can stir up community pride. Check the schedule, grab some snacks, and get ready to cheer.

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Articles Published:: 17
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Who Benefited

Winning teams, conference tournaments, broadcasters, and university athletic departments benefit through advancement, increased visibility, and potential revenue gains.

Who Impacted

Losing teams, affected student-athletes, and programs risk early elimination, reduced exposure, and potential financial or recruiting setbacks.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 17
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 17
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

Winning teams, conference tournaments, broadcasters, and university athletic departments benefit through advancement, increased visibility, and potential revenue gains.

Who Impacted

Losing teams, affected student-athletes, and programs risk early elimination, reduced exposure, and potential financial or recruiting setbacks.