MSHSL Boys Basketball State Tournament

Minneapolis · March

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Summary

Minnesota's boys' state series. Quarterfinals at Target Center, semis split between Target Center and Williams Arena, finals at Williams Arena. The 2026 finals were March 28 with Totino-Grace beating DeLaSalle 72-70 in Class AAA.

What makes this tournament distinct

Two-arena Minneapolis split — Target Center for early rounds, Williams Arena ('The Barn') for finals. Williams Arena's raised hardwood is unique in basketball.

Who it fits

Best for: Minnesota member schools. Twin Cities programs benefit from short travel; Iron Range and southwestern programs face longer trips.

Tradeoffs: Closed state series. Two-venue format requires logistics for traveling fans.

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