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Azzi Fudd Jokingly Calls Out “Nosy” Journalist; Reveals 1 Thing UConn Needs to Win the NCAA Title
UConn Huskies guard Azzi Fudd had a recent media availability ahead of her team's Sweet 16 matchup of this year's Big Dance, where a reporter asked her about a book she was reading that caused her to jokingly react and claim the reporter as being nosy.
Deion Sanders Sends Strong Message To Daughter Shelomi After Alabama A&M’s Back-To-Back Losses
Deion Sanders publicly supported Shelomi after Alabama A&M’s recent losses, delivering a calm, faith-driven message that highlighted resilience over frustration.
Arizona buzzsaw left Arkansas HC John Calipari in awe after Sweet 16 beatdown
Thursday night’s Sweet 16 clash in the West region between No. 1 seed Arizona and No. 4 seed Arkansas was highly-anticipated, as it pitted one of the best teams in the country against one of the best players in Arkansas star Darius Acuff Jr. However, the Wildcats proved once again that basketball is a team […] The post Arizona buzzsaw left Arkansas HC John Calipari in awe after Sweet 16 beatdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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North Carolina legend Kenny Smith sounds off on Hubert Davis firing
Kenny Smith’s name has been brought up as the new coach of North Carolina following the firing of Hubert Davis. Smith has always been proud of playing for the Tar Heels, and some believe that he could inject a different energy into the program. Smith, however, has zero coaching experience, although he has been a […] The post North Carolina legend Kenny Smith sounds off on Hubert Davis firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.
“She Didn’t Actually Do Anything”: Azzi Fudd Trolls GF Paige Bueckers Attending UConn Practice Ahead of Sweet 16
In her most recent media availability ahead of her team's game in the Sweet 16 of this year's national tournament, UConn Huskies guard Azzi Fudd trolled her girlfriend, Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers, by claiming she did not do much when she joined the Huskies' recent practice.
Kim Mulkey Gives Blunt Answer about Will Wade’s Shocking Return to LSU
LSU Tigers head coach Kim Mulkey gave a blunt answer when she was asked about Will Wade's shocking return to LSU.
Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg Doesn’t Hold Back on Alabama Before Sweet 16 Game
In 2024, a UAB basketball star who transplanted to Michigan had no Big Ten experience for the upcoming college basketball season in Ann Arbor. So he did what any competitive veteran would do - he went to the gym and built a resume. Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg, a longtime star for ...
Arkansas’ Billy Richmond III gets ejected vs. Arizona after flagrant 2 foul
Arkansas guard Billy Richmond III saw his sophomore stint end in a forgettable way after he was ejected from their game against Arizona in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament at SAP Center at San Jose on Thursday. The No. 4 Razorbacks were trampled by the No. 1 Wildcats, 109-88. Richmond was called for […] The post Arkansas’ Billy Richmond III gets ejected vs. Arizona after flagrant 2 foul appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Texas vs. Purdue: Full Stats, Game Summary and Key Performers in March Madness Sweet 16
The Texas Longhorns look to continue their Cinderella story by taking on the Purdue Boilermakers at the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.
Illinois knocks off Houston to advance to March Madness Elite Eight
David Mirkovic had 14 points, and third-seeded Illinois beat Houston 65-55 in the South Region semifinals on Thursday night in the NCAA Tournament.
Purdue’s buzzer-beater makes March Madness history
The No. 2 seed Purdue Boilermakers are headed to the Elite Eight round of the 2026 March Madness, thanks to the heroic putback of senior forward Trey Kaufman-Renn with just under a second left in the second half of their Sweet 16 game against the Texas Longhorns on Thursday in San Jose. Kaufman-Renn’s game-winning bucket […] The post Purdue’s buzzer-beater makes March Madness history appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bill Murray's son Luke named head coach of Boston College midway through UConn's March Madness run
Murray has spent the last five seasons as an assistant coach with UConn, helping lead the Huskies to back-to-back national championships.
Arizona ties memorable 1997 feat in domination of Arkansas in Sweet 16
Too deep. Too Talented. Too good. Arizona was too much for Arkansas in their much-awaited face-off in the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament as it ran away with the easy win, 109-88, at SAP Center at San Jose on Thursday. The No. 1 Wildcats led by as much as 25 points and never trailed […] The post Arizona ties memorable 1997 feat in domination of Arkansas in Sweet 16 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
“Good Thing I Won’t Be Out There Guarding You Tomorrow”: Azzi Fudd And Sarah Strong Exchange Hilarious Banter Ahead of Sweet 16
UConn Huskies stars Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong engaged in a hilarious back and forth ahead of their Sweet 16 matchup against UNC.
Jon Scheyer Sends Strong Message About Rick Pitino Before Duke-St. John’s Game
Coach Jon Scheyer readies Duke for a dangerous postseason showdown. On Thursday, the veteran took to the podium in Washington to start the conversation about his roster. He did what any savvy leader would do — he built a resume of mutual respect for St. John's and coach Rick Pitino. On Friday, ...
Illinois basketball upsets Houston with dominant defense to advance to Elite 8
The No. 3 seed Illinois Fighting Illini are moving on to the Elite Eight portion of the 2026 NCAA Tournament after pulling off a 65-55 win on Thursday against the No. 2 seed Houston Cougars in a Sweet 16 matchup at the Toyota Center in Houston. Illinois basketball’s suffocating defense played a big role in […] The post Illinois basketball upsets Houston with dominant defense to advance to Elite 8 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Iowa HC Ben McCollum responds to ‘Cinderella’ narrative after latest March Madness upset
Cinderella stories in March Madness often go to squads at the mid-major level. Ben McCollum believes the same can be the case for his Iowa Hawkeyes squad after win over Nebraska in the Sweet 16 of the 2026 NCAA Tournament on Thursday night. McCollum is enjoying an incredible campaign throughout his first year as the […] The post Iowa HC Ben McCollum responds to ‘Cinderella’ narrative after latest March Madness upset appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Watch Sean Miller console heartbroken players after Texas’ loss to Purdue
Texas had a good chance to advance to the Elite Eight and continue its inspired run in the NCAA Tournament, but disaster struck at the last second against Purdue on Thursday. Trey Kaufman-Renn tipped in a miss by Braden Smith with 0.7 seconds left to give the No. 2 Boilermarks the thrilling win, 79-77, at SAP Center […] The post Watch Sean Miller console heartbroken players after Texas’ loss to Purdue appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Dylan Darling ready to turn around 3-point shooting woes for St. John’s
St. John’s junior point guard has missed his last 16 attempts.
Texas G Jordan Pope reveals he played Sweet 16 game vs. Purdue with broken foot
Texas basketball came into the Sweet 16 of the March Madness as the de facto “Cinderella” as a No. 11 seed despite being a power program, but it was still an unlikely run to the second weekend for Sean Miller and company. The Longhorns knocked off NC State in the First Four to make the […] The post Texas G Jordan Pope reveals he played Sweet 16 game vs. Purdue with broken foot appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fred Hoiberg drops 2027 ‘banner’ declaration after getting bounced by Iowa
The Nebraska Cornhuskers’ 2025-26 season came to a heartbreaking end following their 77-71 loss to Iowa, a game that saw more clutch heroics from Hawkeyes’ forward Alvaro Folgueiras. While it was a disappointing ending, it was also a historic year for Nebraska, winning an NCAA Tournament game for the first time. Following the loss to […] The post Fred Hoiberg drops 2027 ‘banner’ declaration after getting bounced by Iowa appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bennett Stirtz reveals heated Ben McCollum moment that inspired Iowa’s comeback vs. Nebraska
Iowa danced its way to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament after shocking Nebraska, 77-71, in a nail-biting affair at Toyota Center on Thursday. The No. 9 Hawkeyes took advantage of the costly blunder of the No. 4 Cornhuskers with less than a minute left to seal the win and advance to the Elite […] The post Bennett Stirtz reveals heated Ben McCollum moment that inspired Iowa’s comeback vs. Nebraska appeared first on ClutchPoints.