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As the Bradley Braves prepare to host the Dayton Flyers in the upcoming NIT matchup on March 18, 2026, both teams arrive with commendable recent form, each winning three of their last five contests. This encounter promises to be a closely contested affair, highlighted by their nearly even statistical bases.
The Braves will lean on their home-court advantage, reflected in the betting odds of 1.94 for a home win. Their ability to perform under pressure in front of a supportive crowd could be a decisive factor. Meanwhile, the Flyers, priced at 1.78 as the away favorites, have showcased strong offensive plays that can exploit defensive lapses, particularly in transition situations.
Statistical models give slight favor to the Braves, with a home win probability of 50.2% against a 49.8% chance for the Flyers. This underlines the matchup’s competitive nature, suggesting that the outcome could hinge on key moments and tactical adjustments.
With both teams demonstrating resilience and tactical adaptability, fans can expect a thrilling showdown, though no outcome can be guaranteed in the unpredictable landscape of college basketball.
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| Bradley 47.5% |
Dayton 52.5% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 70:72
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.91 | 1.8 | ||
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2 | 1.73 |
Latest Results
| 07.03.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Northern Iowa Panthers basketball – 69:73 06.03.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Valparaiso Beacons basketball – 90:84 OT 01.03.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Murray State Racers basketball – 87:78 24.02.26 Illinois-Chicago Flames basketball – Bradley Braves basketball – 93:86 OT 21.02.26 Bradley Braves basketball – Illinois State Redbirds basketball – 74:60 |
15.03.26 Virginia Commonwealth Rams basketball – Dayton Flyers basketball – 70:62 14.03.26 St. Louis Billikens basketball – Dayton Flyers basketball – 69:70 13.03.26 Dayton Flyers basketball – St. Bonaventure Bonnies basketball – 68:63 06.03.26 Dayton Flyers basketball – Virginia Commonwealth Rams basketball – 62:68 03.03.26 Richmond Spiders basketball – Dayton Flyers basketball – 60:65 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
2026
1/16-finals
| 1 | Auburn | South Alabama | |
| 2 | Seattle | St. Thomas (Minn.) | |
| 3 | George Mason | Liberty | |
| 4 | Nevada | Murray State | |
| 5 | Wake Forest | Navy | |
| 6 | Illinois State | Kent State | |
| 7 | Yale | NC Wilmington | |
| 8 | Dayton | Bradley | |
| 9 | New Mexico | Sam Houston St. | |
| 10 | Utah Valley State | George Washington | |
| 11 | Colorado State | Saint Josephs Hawks | |
| 12 | California | Illinois (Chi.) | |
| 13 | Tulsa | Stephen F. Austin | |
| 14 | UC Irvine | UNLV | |
| 15 | Wichita State | Wyoming | |
| 16 | Oklahoma State | Davidson |
1/8-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 | |
| 3 | TBD #5 | TBD #6 | |
| 4 | TBD #7 | TBD #8 | |
| 5 | TBD #9 | TBD #10 | |
| 6 | TBD #11 | TBD #12 | |
| 7 | TBD #13 | TBD #14 | |
| 8 | TBD #15 | TBD #16 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 | |
| 3 | TBD #5 | TBD #6 | |
| 4 | TBD #7 | TBD #8 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 |
Final
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 |
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