There is always one team that shows up in March with real momentum. This year, it is impossible to ignore what High Point has done.
They are 30-4. They have won 14 straight games, the longest active winning streak in college basketball. And they score 90 points per game, one of the best marks in the country.
That is not just a good mid-major team. That is a dangerous one.
Now they walk into a classic 5-12 matchup against Wisconsin, a game that has upset written all over it.
It’s a huge moment for the small school located in High Point, North Carolina.
High Point Has Been Building Toward This
This is not new for High Point.
They were here last year too. They earned a tournament bid and ran into a powerhouse, losing to Kentucky in the first round. It was a learning experience more than anything else.
This year feels different.
They came back better, deeper, and more confident. They won the Big South again. They turned mid-January into a launching point and have not lost since.
That kind of consistency matters in March.
What Makes High Point So Dangerous
It starts with how they play.
High Point does not slow the game down. They push pace, attack early, and put constant pressure on defenses. Once they get comfortable, they can score in bunches.
They are led by a balanced group.
Rob Martin runs the offense and averages over 15 points and nearly four assists per game. Terry Anderson is a steady scorer on the wing at 16 points and six rebounds. Cam’Ron Fletcher brings athleticism and experience, including time earlier in his career at Kentucky.
This is not a one-player team. It is a group that can hurt you in different ways.
They also create chaos defensively. They force turnovers, get out in transition, and turn games into something that feels uncomfortable for opponents.
That is exactly what you want as a 12 seed.
Wisconsin Knows Exactly What This Game Can Become
Wisconsin has seen this before.
They are 24-10, battle-tested in the Big Ten, and playing their best basketball late in the season. Their offense is built around guard play and shooting, with Nick Boyd and John Blackwell combining for nearly 40 points per game.
They can score. They can space the floor. And they have experience.
But they also know the history.
Five seeds do not always survive this round. Wisconsin has been on the wrong side of it before, including last season.
There is no overlooking this matchup.
This Game Could Turn Into A Shootout Quickly
Both teams want to score.
Wisconsin averages 83 points per game. High Point averages 90. Neither side is built to grind out a slow, low-possession game.
That creates an interesting dynamic.
If the pace speeds up, it plays right into High Point’s hands. If Wisconsin controls tempo and limits mistakes, they can take over with shot-making and experience.
Early minutes will matter here. If High Point settles in, this becomes a real game.
Momentum Is Real But So Is March
Winning 14 straight games means something.
But the NCAA Tournament is different.
Every possession matters more. Every mistake feels bigger. And the opponent across from you is better than what you have seen for most of the season.
High Point has the confidence. They have the style. They have already been through this once.
Now they get another shot.
And if they play their game, this has all the makings of the upset everyone will be talking about.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Mar 18, 2026, where it first appeared in the College Basketball section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.