Toledo, the No. 1 seed, was knocked out of the MAC Tournament by Kent State, the No. 8 seed, with a 67-59 loss despite a comeback attempt from a 12-point deficit. Junior Dante Maddox Jr. led the Rockets with 19 points, but their struggles included poor shooting both from the field (39.3%) and the free-throw line (47.6%). Kent State, led by junior VonCameron Davis with 26 points, held off Toledo's rally to secure the win and move on to the semifinals.

The Big Picture

The upset of top-seeded Toledo by Kent State highlights the unpredictability and competitiveness of college basketball tournaments, where seedings don't always dictate the outcome.

By the Numbers
  • Toledo shot 39.3% from the field and 47.6% from the free-throw line
  • Junior VonCameron Davis led Kent State with 26 points and 12 rebounds
  • Kent State made just 5-of-23 three-pointers but scored 42 points in the paint
State of Play
  • Toledo fell to Kent State in the MAC Tournament quarterfinals despite being the top seed
  • Kent State advances to the semifinals to face the winner of Central Michigan and Bowling Green
What's Next

Toledo will have to wait until Sunday to learn if their season will continue in post-season play following the disappointing loss in the MAC Tournament.

Bottom Line

Toledo's tournament exit exemplifies the fine margins and pressure that define college basketball playoffs, showcasing the need for consistency and performance under tournament conditions.