Examining Merrimack's chances of clinching the NEC, and where things stand with the NCAA Tournament

Merrimack's magic number to clinch the Northeast Conference regular-season title is down to two games.

Central Connecticut has kept itself alive for the top spot in the conference thanks to back-to-back 1-point wins over Wagner and Sacred Heart.

First place guarantees the Warriors home court throughout the NEC Tournament, including hosting the NEC Championship game for a second straight season should they advance back to the final.

Merrimack can't finish lower than second, which guarantees the Warriors home court through at least the semifinals.

Here's everything you need to know about what the Warriors need to do to clinch the top spot and where they stand in the NCAA Tournament picture.