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UConn women crush Notre Dame to advance to 17th Final Four in 18 tournaments
The UConn women’s basketball team is back in the Final Four once again. UConn knocked off Notre Dame on Sunday, by a 70-52 score. This is the 17th trip to the Final Four for the team, in the last 18 tournaments. “Their win streak is now extended to 54-consecutive games,” ESPN reporter Alexa Philippou posted […] The post UConn women crush Notre Dame to advance to 17th Final Four in 18 tournaments appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Illinois star did not quite understand how to cut down the net
The Illinois Fighting Illini advanced to the Final Four on Saturday, and one of their players literally did not know how to celebrate. Freshman forward David Mirkovic did not seem to know what to do when presented with his chance to cut down the nets following the team’s 71-59 win over Iowa at Toyota Center … The post Illinois star did not quite understand how to cut down the net appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Does This Sound Like A Coach Who Just Made The Final Four?
Arizona's Tommy Lloyd has the Wildcats back in the Final Four, but you wouldn't know it after listening to his postgame press conference.
South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley’s got jokes for Ta’Niya Latson after Sweet 16 explosion
Top-seeded South Carolina women’s basketball advanced to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament with a 94-68 win over Oklahoma on Saturday, fueled by a standout game from Ta’Niya Latson. Latson scored 28 points in her first Sweet 16 appearance, helping the Gamecocks (34-3) continue their dominant postseason run. Raven Johnson added 18 points as […] The post South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley’s got jokes for Ta’Niya Latson after Sweet 16 explosion appeared first on ClutchPoints.
What’s the Highest Seed to Advance to Elite Eight? Revisiting the Top Cinderella Stories in March Madness History
No. 11 seeds hold the record for the most Final Four runs among double-digit seeds, while Saint Peter's made history in 2022.
Tennessee's Rick Barnes Reveals Just How Easy Recruiting Is In NIL Era
Rick Barnes was very blunt about how recruiting is easier now, and he has Tennessee on the precipice of the program's first Final Four appearance.
Tommy Lloyd fuels North Carolina speculation with his postgame comments
Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd did nothing to quiet speculation linking him to the North Carolina job following Saturday’s win over Purdue. Lloyd offered some quotes Saturday that led some to wonder if he was fully committed to the Wildcats. In the wake of his team’s 79-64 win over Purdue, Lloyd talked about how important … The post Tommy Lloyd fuels North Carolina speculation with his postgame comments appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Alabama basketball AD sends reassuring Nate Oats message amid North Carolina rumors
Recently, the Alabama basketball team’s 2026 season came to an end with a blowout loss against Michigan in the Sweet 16 of the ongoing NCAA Tournament. Since then, some rumblings have been brewing about head coach Nate Oats potentially departing the program for North Carolina after the Tarheels parted ways with head coach Hubert Davis […] The post Alabama basketball AD sends reassuring Nate Oats message amid North Carolina rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jaden Bradley thrilled to ‘reward’ Arizona historic alum with Final Four trip
Arizona is still dancing. For the first time since 2001, Arizona is heading to the Final Four. They had previously made the Elite Eight five times since their last Final Four, losing all five. Now, Jaden Bradley is speaking out about what this Final Four means for the history of Arizona after breaking a 25-year […] The post Jaden Bradley thrilled to ‘reward’ Arizona historic alum with Final Four trip appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Arizona basketball’s dominant run over red-hot teams makes March Madness history
On Saturday evening, the Arizona basketball program cruised into the Final Four with a comfortable 79-64 win over Purdue in the Elite Eight. It wasn’t always easy for the Wildcats on Saturday, as the team found itself trailing by seven points at halftime, but they ended up outscoring the Boilermakers by 22 in the second […] The post Arizona basketball’s dominant run over red-hot teams makes March Madness history appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Purdue basketball’s Braden Smith reveals what makes Arizona nearly unstoppable after Elite 8 loss
Purdue basketball had Ariona right where they wanted them in the first half of the Elite Eight. They went into halftime with a 38-31 lead, and all they needed to do was keep their foot on the gas. Unfortunately, Arizona came out with a point prove, and won the second half 48-26, ultimately giving them […] The post Purdue basketball’s Braden Smith reveals what makes Arizona nearly unstoppable after Elite 8 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tommy Lloyd goes long on ‘responsibility’ to Arizona after breaking Final Four curse
The Arizona basketball team is in the Final Four, for the first time ever under head coach Tommy Lloyd. Arizona defeated Purdue on Saturday, to punch their ticket. The Wildcats head coach Lloyd addressed after the game what it meant to him to make the national semi-finals. “The sun may be shining on this team […] The post Tommy Lloyd goes long on ‘responsibility’ to Arizona after breaking Final Four curse appeared first on ClutchPoints.
How to watch Tennessee-Michigan March Madness Elite 8 for free: Time, livestream
The Vols are chasing a program-first final four appearance.
Illinois Players and Coaches Celebrate Final Four Berth With Massive Super-Soaker Fight
Illinois players and coaches, headlined by Brad Underwood, goes wild with a massive super-soaker fight after qualifying for the Final Four.
Illinois has full-on squirt gun fight in locker room after win over Iowa
March Madness is bringing out the best in the Illinois basketball team. Illinois is in the Final Four for the first time in more than 20 years, after defeating Iowa on Saturday. The Illinois team celebrated in a special way by getting into a squirt gun fight in the locker room. A video went viral […] The post Illinois has full-on squirt gun fight in locker room after win over Iowa appeared first on ClutchPoints.
When Was the Last Time Illinois Made the Final Four? Revisiting the Fighting Illini’s March Madness History
Illinois last made the Final Four in 2005 with Deron Williams, Dee Brown, and Luther Head before losing to North Carolina.
NCAA releases statement on horn malfunction during Illinois-Iowa
The South Regional final between the No. 3 seed Illinois Fighting Illini and the No. 9 seed Iowa Hawkeyes on Saturday night was delayed 11 minutes after the buzzer malfunctioned. Both teams passed the time with warm-up shots, and an airhorn was used instead. While the second half unfolded at the Toyota Center in Houston, […] The post NCAA releases statement on horn malfunction during Illinois-Iowa appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Instagram Star Jadelyn Music Is Locked In On Bikini Season, Hooters Camryn Ready For The Calendar & More Tiger
I don’t want it to happen, but I have come to terms with the real possibility that Duke is going to win it all. The Blue Devils were the only team I went into the NCAA Tournament wanting to lose in an upset to a much less skilled opponent.
When Was the Last Time Arizona Made the Final Four? Revisiting the Wildcats’ March Madness History
Arizona basketball's 2026 Final Four appearance breaks a 25-year drought dating back to Lute Olson's historic 2001 tournament run.
Keaton Wagler credits Illinois for sticking together during March Madness
Illinois continued dancing on. The Illini took a 71-59 comeback victory over Iowa to move on to the Final Four in Indianapolis. As players celebrated on the court, Keaton Wagler, the Big Ten Freshman of the Year, spoke about what got them to this point with Andy Katz of The Big Ten Network. “People might […] The post Keaton Wagler credits Illinois for sticking together during March Madness appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tommy Lloyd’s Heartfelt Tribute to Legendary Arizona HC Lute Olson Goes Viral After Final Four Berth
Tommy Lloyd’s emotional tribute to Lute Olson after Arizona’s Final Four berth quickly went viral among fans.
LeBron James Celebrates Arizona’s Win Over Purdue As Bryce James and Co. Are Final Four Bound
LeBron James celebrates the Arizona Wildcats' Elite Eight victory over Purdue as Bryce James' team reaches the Final Four.
LeBron James has perfect reaction to Bryce’s Arizona making it to Final Four
Arizona basketball keeps on dancing. Arizona took a 79-64 victory over Purdue in the Elite Eight, setting up for the Final Four matchup between the winner of Michigan and Tennessee. As Arizona moved on to the final weekend of the tournament, LeBron James gave the perfect reaction to seeing his son’s team, Bryce James, make […] The post LeBron James has perfect reaction to Bryce’s Arizona making it to Final Four appeared first on ClutchPoints.