Duke vs. Siena live updates, reactions (NCAA Tournament)

Top overall seed Duke starts play in the 2026 NCAA Tournament with a matchup against No. 16-seed Siena on Thursday afternoon in Greenville, SC. The Blue Devils (32-2) are looking to get back to the Final Four for the second straight season, albeit with almost a new roster led by star freshman and ACC Player of the Year, Cameron Boozer.

Jon Scheyer’s squad is down two starters as Caleb Foster (foot) and Patrick Ngongba (foot) are still out for the Blue Devils. Siena earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament after winning the MAAC Tournament, defeating No. 1 seed Merrimack in the finals.

The Saints are led by guard Gavin Doty, who averages 17. 9 points and 7. 0 rebounds per game.

Follow along here for live updates and reactions as the Blue Devils and Saints battle in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. How to Watch Time: 2:50 p. m.