NCAA Tournament

Bruce Pearl Bemoans Lack Of ‘Loyalty’ With North Carolina Firing Hubert Davis

Mar 27, 2026 @ 2:57pm

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For some reason, TNT is still giving former coach-turned-college basketball analyst Bruce Pearl a platform to spout his special brand of nonsense. Thursday night, while discussing North Carolina’s decision to fire its men’s basketball coach Hubert Davis, Pearl was back at it again. “I just hate hearing the words ‘Hubert Davis was fired at UNC.’ […] The post Bruce Pearl Bemoans Lack Of ‘Loyalty’ With North Carolina Firing Hubert Davis appeared first on BroBible.

Louisville WBB Coach Jeff Walz Tells UCLA’s Cori Close To Quit Whining About Long Hours

Mar 27, 2026 @ 2:57pm

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Coaching women’s Division I college basketball is an exhausting job. It’s a nearly 24/7, 365-day occupation that involves high stress and little to no downtime. Don’t believe us? Just ask UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close, who recently disclosed that the nonstop nature of the job has led her to consider walking away despite leading one of […] The post Louisville WBB Coach Jeff Walz Tells UCLA’s Cori Close To Quit Whining About Long Hours appeared first on BroBible.

Fans clowning Bruce Pearl after ‘loyalty’ comment during Hubert Davis segment

Mar 27, 2026 @ 2:38pm

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March Madness is continuing on. Four more games are played on Friday night after four electric Sweet 16 games on Thursday. Every remaining team is considered a real threat to win the entire thing. On Thursday, Purdue took down Texas after a tip-in game-winner from Trey Kaufman-Renn, one of the Boilermakers’ stars. 9-seed Iowa defeated […] The post Fans clowning Bruce Pearl after ‘loyalty’ comment during Hubert Davis segment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Is Caleb Foster playing tonight? Duke NCAA Tournament injury update

Mar 27, 2026 @ 2:26pm

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The Duke Blue Devils are set to take on the St. John’s Red Storm in what should be a thrilling Sweet 16 matchup. Leading up to the contest, the Blue Devils received an official injury update for Caleb Foster, as his status for the game is revealed. Reports indicate that the junior guard will finally […] The post Is Caleb Foster playing tonight? Duke NCAA Tournament injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Left-Wing Media Pundit Dan Wolken Predictably Gaslights About Izzo, Hurley; So We Found Receipts

Mar 27, 2026 @ 2:00pm

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After a viral Charles Barkley clip, Tom Izzo and Dan Hurley defended tough coaching while left-wing writer Dan Wolken disputed the premise, prompting a look at how media criticism of intensity is framed as misconduct.

Warriors Brass, Steve Kerr, Draymond Green Seemingly Scout Arkansas-Arizona Prospects Amid Potential Lottery Bound Season

Mar 27, 2026 @ 1:30pm

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College Football Network

Representatives of the Warriors were present at the NCAA Sweet 16 clash between Arkansas and Arizona on Thursday.

Iowa Elite 8 Appearances: A Complete Breakdown of Hawkeyes History and Records

Mar 27, 2026 @ 1:26pm

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College Football Network

Here's a complete breakdown of all Elite 8 appearances made by the Iowa Hawkeyes as they qualified for it again after beating Nebraska.

Arizona basketball’s Tommy Lloyd sends defiant Elite 8 message after dominating Arkansas

Mar 27, 2026 @ 1:25pm

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As the Arizona basketball team dominated the Arkansas Razorbacks in the Sweet Sixteen on Thursday night, 109-88, the team now prepares for the Purdue Boilermakers in the next round. With the Arizona basketball team advancing to the Elite Eight against Purdue, head coach Tommy Lloyd reveals the message he has for himself and the program. […] The post Arizona basketball’s Tommy Lloyd sends defiant Elite 8 message after dominating Arkansas appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tennessee vs. Iowa State bold predictions for March Madness Sweet 16 clash

Mar 27, 2026 @ 1:17pm

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The Midwest Region will meet for its Sweet 16 March Madness matchups from the United Center in Chicago, as fans will be treated to another day of evenly-matched showdowns. The No. 6 Tennessee Volunteers will take on the No. 2 Iowa State Cyclones in the final game of the Sweet 16 with everything on the line. Tennessee Basketball […] The post Tennessee vs. Iowa State bold predictions for March Madness Sweet 16 clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Is Joshua Jefferson Playing in the Sweet 16? Latest Update on the Iowa State Star’s Injury Status vs. Tennessee

Mar 27, 2026 @ 1:12pm

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Pro Football Network

Joshua Jefferson's ankle injury leaves his Sweet 16 status uncertain, raising questions about Iowa State's tournament hopes.

Iowa Wrestling And Football Star Ben Kueter Suffered Scary Medical Emergency After NCAA Tournament

Mar 27, 2026 @ 1:07pm

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After a difficult regular season, Iowa Hawkeyes wrestler Ben Kueter put it all together at the NCAA Tournament in Cleveland to earn All-American honors yet again, taking sixth after finishing eighth in Philadelphia a year ago. However, the uphill battle was only just beginning for the redshirt junior, who joined the Hawkeyes as an elite wrestling recruit as well […] The post Iowa Wrestling And Football Star Ben Kueter Suffered Scary Medical Emergency After NCAA Tournament appeared first on BroBible.

Are There Any March Madness Games Today? Friday’s Complete Sweet 16 Schedule As NCAA Tournament Continues

Mar 27, 2026 @ 1:03pm

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Pro Football Network

Are there any college basketball games on Friday? Here's a look at tonight's Sweet 16 schedule as fans get excited about more NCAA Tournament action.

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

Mar 27, 2026 @ 12:55pm

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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.

The unique connection between Arizona, Iowa Final 4 bids

Mar 27, 2026 @ 12:48pm

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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.

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

Mar 27, 2026 @ 12:40pm

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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.

Duke vs. St. John’s Injury Report: Latest on Caleb Foster, Patrick Ngongba II’s Status for Sweet 16

Mar 27, 2026 @ 12:37pm

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Pro Football Network

The availability of Caleb Foster and Patrick Ngongba II could significantly impact Duke's Sweet 16 matchup against St. John's. Here's the latest injury report.

Is Aden Holloway Playing Tonight? Latest Update on Alabama Guard’s Status vs. Michigan After Surprise Development

Mar 27, 2026 @ 12:33pm

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Pro Football Network

Alabama guard Aden Holloway receives court permission to travel, raising questions about his Sweet 16 availability vs. Michigan.

Brad Underwood breaks down how Illinois slowed Kingston Flemings down in Sweet 16

Mar 27, 2026 @ 12:09pm

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A stifling defensive effort led Illinois to a 65-55 win over Houston on Thursday during the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. Much of the Fighting Illini’s focus was on slowing down Houston star Kingston Flemings. Brad Underwood’s squad held Flemings to 11 points and four assists on 4-of-10 shooting. Following the decisive victory, the […] The post Brad Underwood breaks down how Illinois slowed Kingston Flemings down in Sweet 16 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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

Mar 27, 2026 @ 11:03am

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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.

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

Mar 27, 2026 @ 11:02am

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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.

Meet the eighth-grader who has the only perfect March Madness bracket left

Mar 27, 2026 @ 11:01am

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As the saying goes, sometimes it's better to be lucky than good.

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

Mar 27, 2026 @ 11:00am

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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.

Siena basketball targeting ex-Syracuse coach as potential Gerry McNamara successor

Mar 27, 2026 @ 10:54am

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After winning the MAAC and advancing to the NCAA Tournament, Siena men’s basketball saw head coach Gerry McNamara leave to take the same job with Syracuse. Now, the Saints are zeroing in on his replacement. Siena is targeting former Washington head coach and Syracuse assistant coach Mike Hopkins to fill their own head coach vacancy, […] The post Siena basketball targeting ex-Syracuse coach as potential Gerry McNamara successor appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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

Mar 27, 2026 @ 10:49am

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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.