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Purdue’s Matt Painter gushes about Trey Kaufman-Renn after clutch game-winner

Thursday night was one of the best examples of why March Madness is so great. Two games on at the same time, and both of them delivered to the final seconds. Iowa took down Nebraska to advance to the Elite Eight, while Purdue ended up advancing thanks to a game-winning tip-in from Trey Kaufman-Renn. Purdue […] The post Purdue’s Matt Painter gushes about Trey Kaufman-Renn after clutch game-winner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The unique connection between Arizona, Iowa Final 4 bids

The Arizona Wildcats and Iowa Hawkeyes have a unique connection in the NCAA Tournament this year, but only if they both reach the Final 4. With both programs having already advanced to the Elite 8, this one crazy stat could come to fruition soon. Come Saturday, Arizona will be competing for its first trip to […] The post The unique connection between Arizona, Iowa Final 4 bids appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Houston basketball’s Kelvin Sampson pins Sweet 16 loss to Illinois solely on offense

As the Illinois Fighting Illini upset the Houston basketball team on Thursday night in the Sweet 16, 65-55, the Cougars are left to reflect after another disappointing exit from the 2026 NCAA tournament. With the speculation around Houston basketball head coach Kelvin Sampson’s retirement, he would also speak about the loss and what led to […] The post Houston basketball’s Kelvin Sampson pins Sweet 16 loss to Illinois solely on offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Houston Cougars most to blame for disastrous Sweet 16 loss to Illinois

Kelvin Sampson’s first National Championship will have to wait, as yet another promising Houston basketball season ended early in March Madness at the hands of Illinois in the Sweet Sixteen. Unlike in previous years, the Cougars did not just fall short; they were thoroughly beaten at their own game. Illinois practically led the game from […] The post Houston Cougars most to blame for disastrous Sweet 16 loss to Illinois appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How to Watch 2026 NCAA Tournament Sweet 16: Full Friday Schedule & Streaming Guide

Here’s how to watch the 2026 March Madness Sweet 16, including Friday’s full schedule, TV channels, and streaming options. The post How to Watch 2026 NCAA Tournament Sweet 16: Full Friday Schedule & Streaming Guide appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Arkansas star Darius Acuff Jr. sets new SEC record amid March Madness exit

No. 4-seeded Arkansas’ NCAA Tournament run came to an end in the Sweet 16 with a 109-88 loss to the top-seeded Arizona Wildcats on Thursday, closing the Razorbacks’ season at 28-9 despite a historic individual campaign from freshman guard Darius Acuff Jr. Acuff scored a game-high 28 points, including 17 in the second half, setting […] The post Arkansas star Darius Acuff Jr. sets new SEC record amid March Madness exit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tracy Wolfson on star-studded East Regional, sideline reporters having a moment, and Bill Raftery’s fabled nightcaps

This interview originally appeared in the Friday edition of  The A Block, Awful Announcing’s daily newsletter with the latest sports media news, commentary, and analysis. Sign up here and be the first to know everything you need to know about the sports media world. Ahead of tonight’s loaded East Regional featuring Duke, St. John’s, Michigan State, Read more... The post Tracy Wolfson on star-studded East Regional, sideline reporters having a moment, and Bill Raftery’s fabled nightcaps appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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Arizona Wildcats’ balanced scoring vs. Arkansas makes new March Madness history

Thanks to a historically efficient offensive effort, the top-seeded Arizona Wildcats defeated the No. 4 Arkansas Razorbacks 109-88 on Thursday in the West Regional Semifinal, advancing to their first Elite Eight since 2015. Arizona improved to 35-2, tying a program record with its 12th straight win, and ended a four-game Sweet 16 losing streak. What […] The post Arizona Wildcats’ balanced scoring vs. Arkansas makes new March Madness history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Aden Holloway Allowed To Play For Alabama During March Madness? Nate Oats Tasked With Ethical Dilemma

Aden Holloway is allowed to leave the state of Alabama. That leaves head basketball coach Nate Oats with yet another moral dilemma prior to the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight. Will he allow his star point guard to play? It is not expected that the junior will play in the college basketball game against Michigan. […] The post Is Aden Holloway Allowed To Play For Alabama During March Madness? Nate Oats Tasked With Ethical Dilemma appeared first on BroBible.

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Sweet 16 loss puts Texas HC Sean Miller alone in unwanted March Madness history

The No. 11-seeded Texas Longhorns’ incredible March Madness run came to an agonizing end Thursday night, losing 79-77 to the No. 2-seed Purdue Boilermakers in the NCAA West Region Sweet 16 at SAP Center. The game ended on a dramatic tip-in by Purdue forward Trey Kaufman-Renn with 0.7 seconds remaining, following a missed drive by […] The post Sweet 16 loss puts Texas HC Sean Miller alone in unwanted March Madness history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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St John’s basketball’s Zuby Ejiofor gets teammates insane gift head of Sweet 16 vs Duke

St. John’s basketball will be facing off against Duke in the Sweet 16, and there’s no doubt that both teams will battle for a chance to advance to the Elite 8. Of course, they don’t want their minds to be on the game the entire week, and Zuby Ejiofor made sure to put a smile […] The post St John’s basketball’s Zuby Ejiofor gets teammates insane gift head of Sweet 16 vs Duke appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dan Hurley Bids Goodbye to UConn Assistant Coach During NCAA Tournament

In March, the focus for most college basketball coaches remains on chasing the ultimate prize which is the national championship. However, for some coaches like Dan Hurley, distractions can arrive at the worst possible time. This week brought one of those moments for the UConn head coach. As the ...

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Texas Basketball Transfer Rises Above Heartbreak To Show Utmost Sportsmanship In Crushing Loss To Purdue

Camden Heide made sure to show his appreciation toward Purdue after the electric college basketball game in the Sweet Sixteen of March Madness. It was an admirable moment of sportsmanship for Texas. He is a stand-up guy! In an era of college basketball where players are allowed to transfer as many times as they want, […] The post Texas Basketball Transfer Rises Above Heartbreak To Show Utmost Sportsmanship In Crushing Loss To Purdue appeared first on BroBible.

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