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Despite a thrilling victory over Duke, Houston Cougars remain focused on the bigger goal of winning their first national championship.

Duke's stunning loss to Houston in the semifinals marks a significant collapse in NCAA Tournament history.

Houston's strong offense paired with elite defense makes them a favorite against Purdue.

Houston's impressive defensive performance derailed Tennessee's offense in the Elite Eight, showcasing Big 12 strength against the dominant SEC.

Houston's clever inbounds play secured a dramatic Sweet 16 win against Purdue, advancing them to the Elite Eight.

The NCAA Tournament features two tightly matched teams, Florida and Houston, expected to deliver a close and thrilling championship game.

Duke's defense overwhelmed Alabama, securing a place in the Final Four despite Cooper Flagg's struggles.

Duke's balanced scoring and defensive strategy were pivotal in their victory over Alabama.

Duke freshman Khaman Maluach faces potential deportation after Secretary Rubio's announcement affecting South Sudanese passport holders.

Duke University is investigating the implications of the visa situation on its students.

Duke secures its first Final Four appearance since Krzyzewski's retirement by defeating Alabama 85-65.

Duke's performance showcases a strong transition into the new coaching era under Jon Scheyer.

Cooper Flagg's late game three-pointer helped Duke secure a win against Arizona in the Sweet 16.

Duke maintained early dominance against Alabama, leading to a decisive Elite Eight victory.

Cooper Flagg demonstrated exceptional skill and composure, leading Duke to victory with 30 points and pivotal plays in the Sweet 16.

His performance showcased his potential as a projected No. 1 NBA draft pick.

Cooper Flagg and Johni Broome are top contenders for the Wooden Award, showcasing exceptional skills during the college basketball season.

Michigan State, Tennessee, Auburn, and Houston advanced to the Elite Eight in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament, showcasing emerging NBA talent.

Auburn freshman Tahaad Pettiford declares for the 2025 NBA draft while keeping options for returning to college.

Florida's journey to the NCAA Championship is heavily influenced by their coach Todd Golden's successful recruitment of Walter Clayton Jr.

Florida Gators' coach Todd Golden celebrates NCAA Tournament West Regional victory, highlighting team resilience and crucial plays by Walter Clayton Jr.

Todd Golden emphasizes respect over fear when facing seasoned coaches like Kelvin Sampson in the national title game.

Rick Pitino was named Naismith Coach of the Year in 2025 after leading St. John's to a successful season.

Rick Pitino led St. John's to NCAA Tournament success, earning his first Naismith Coach of the Year award.

Rick Pitino named finalist for Naismith National Coach of the Year after leading St. John's to a historic 31-5 season.

Rick Pitino revitalized the St. John's basketball program, leading them to a strong season and earning multiple coaching awards.

Walter Clayton Jr. led Florida Gators to the Final Four with a clutch 30-point performance, overcoming a 10-point deficit against Texas Tech.

The NCAA Final Four features all No. 1 seeds for the first time since 2008, marking a significant change.

Paige Bueckers leads UConn to the Final Four for the fourth consecutive year, aiming for her elusive national championship.

The men's Final Four features all No. 1 seeds for the first time since 2008, indicating a remarkable tournament run.

Florida's explosive scoring ability has propelled them through the tournament, showcasing their knack for decisive game turns.

Paige Bueckers leads the top players in women's college basketball as UConn prepares for the Final Four.

Florida Gators demonstrate remarkable resilience in their NCAA tournament run, making them a challenging opponent for any team.

The West Regional in San Francisco has the lowest ticket prices for NCAA games among all regionals.

JuJu Watkins' injury raises stakes for USC as they advance to Sweet 16 despite challenges.

USC's victory against Mississippi State emphasized both resiliency and strong team dynamics.

Four Sweet 16 games on March Madness schedule feature key teams aiming for Elite Eight spots.

Arizona Wildcats showed resilience in a close loss to Duke in the NCAA Tournament, signaling a positive change for the program moving forward.

The 2025 men's NCAA tournament intensified in drama as significant moments and buzzer-beaters emerged in the second round.

The Big 12 conference had a strong season with significant NCAA tournament representation despite some member teams underperforming against preseason expectations.

Paige Bueckers set a UConn record with 40 points in an NCAA Tournament game during the Sweet 16 match against Oklahoma.

Geno Auriemma humorously reacted to being called an 'underdog' as UConn advanced to the Final Four for the 24th time.

JuJu Watkins' injury casts uncertainty over USC's tournament prospects.

JuJu Watkins suffered a severe knee injury during a crucial NCAA game, impacting her career and team's future significantly.

USC demonstrated resilience and teamwork by winning against Kansas State without star player JuJu Watkins.

JuJu Watkins' injury significantly impacts USC's hopes in the NCAA Tournament, crushing fan expectations and altering the tournament's landscape.

USC's hopes collapsed without JuJu Watkins in the NCAA tournament, leading to another Elite Eight exit against Connecticut.

JuJu Watkins' knee injury could jeopardize USC's tournament prospects.

Lauren Betts' aggressive mindset and exceptional performance have propelled UCLA to the Elite Eight in the NCAA tournament.

Paige Bueckers scored 40 points, leading UConn to the Elite Eight with a dominant performance against Oklahoma.

UCLA's junior class, once seen as future stars, has emerged as elite contenders, reaching the Elite Eight after defeating Mississippi 76-62.

NC State women's basketball achieved a record 15 three-pointers in an NCAA Tournament victory over Michigan State, securing a place in the Sweet 16.

Maryland defeated Alabama in a thrilling overtime game to secure a spot in the Sweet 16 of the women's NCAA Tournament.

San Jose State is searching for a new women's basketball coach after three losing seasons under April Phillips.

High-scoring teams BYU and Alabama are set for an exciting NCAA Tournament game, likely to exceed expectations with their offensive play.

This year's NCAA Tournament lacks excitement due to no upsets and missing mid-major teams, but the Sweet 16 promises thrilling matchups.”

UConn coach Dan Hurley was filmed criticizing refs post-loss and threatened by the team's communications director to remove the video.

Walter Clayton Jr.'s team-first mentality and unselfish gameplay exemplified Florida's depth in their Sweet 16 win against Maryland.

Nique Clifford played a pivotal role in leading Colorado State to victory in a pressure-filled NCAA tournament game.

Ezeli focuses on mentoring young talents and community outreach after his NBA career ended due to injuries.

Cole Hutson excels in NCAA Tournament, contributing significantly to Boston University's success with notable points and performances.

Ryan Leonard recorded two points in Boston College's NCAA tournament victory, achieving30 goals for the second consecutive season.

He becomes the first NCAA Division-I player to record back-to-back 30-goal seasons in 13 years.