Fort Hays State Men's Basketball faces Minnesota Duluth in the NCAA Division II National Tournament Central Regional Quarterfinals on Saturday, featuring two NABC Top 25 ranked teams.

The Big Picture

The matchup showcases strong teams with Minnesota Duluth boasting a high-scoring offense and Fort Hays State excelling in defense, making it a compelling showdown in the NCAA opening round.

By the Numbers
  • Fort Hays State is ranked No. 19 in the nation, while Minnesota Duluth is ranked No. 10.
  • Minnesota Duluth's Drew Blair is the second-highest active scorer in NCAA Division II with 2,738 career points.
  • The game can be purchased online via the NCAA Champs Pass for $9.95, with package options for broader coverage.
State of Play
  • Fort Hays State is the No. 6 seed, and Minnesota Duluth is the No. 3 seed in the Central Regional.
  • This is Fort Hays State's 14th appearance in the NCAA Division II National Tournament.
What's Next

The winner will advance to Sunday night's semifinals, facing the victor of the Northwest Missouri State and Southwest Minnesota State matchup.

Bottom Line

The NCAA Tournament matchup between Fort Hays State and Minnesota Duluth promises an exciting clash of offense and defense, marking a crucial opening round in the Central Regional with high stakes for both teams.