"Saint Louis entered the week as the top seed, but they were sliding in sideways. They started the year 24-1, with the lone loss coming by one point to Stanford, but they went just 3-3 in their last six, with their final regular-season game a brutal 29-point blowout by George Mason."
"Thursday's game started like a sequel to that one, with the other George in the A-10 (Washington) pounding STL for a 28-4 run in the first half. The Revolutionaries led by as many as 21, but you can never count out the Billikels. Displaying the grit and toughness of their mascot-a trendy doll from over a century ago-Saint Louis shot their way back into things and eventually pulled off an 88-81 comeback win."
Saint Louis Billikens are returning to March Madness after a six-year absence, making their first tournament appearance since losing as a 13 seed in 2019. The team entered the Atlantic 10 tournament as the top seed despite sliding late in the regular season, going 3-3 in their final six games after starting 24-1. In the tournament, they demonstrated resilience and toughness, mounting a dramatic comeback against George Washington from a 21-point deficit to win 88-81. Their semifinal against Dayton featured an intense finish with multiple potential game-winners in the final seconds, showcasing the team's competitive character and ability to perform in high-pressure situations.
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