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Alabama Heads to Elite Eight After Record-Setting Victory; Duke Also Advances with Close Win

Alabama set a March Madness record for 3-pointers in their victory, while Duke overcame Arizona in a thrilling tournament matchup.

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  3. Texas Tech rallies to beat Arkansas 85-83 in OT to advance to Elite Eight

    Texas Tech advanced to play top-seeded Florida in the West Region final on Saturday with a chance at the school’s second Final Four trip after losing the title game to Virginia in 2019.

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  6. Texas Tech rallies from 16 points down to beat Arkansas 85-83 in first OT game in March Madness

    Texas Tech advanced to play top-seeded Florida in the West Region final on Saturday with a chance at the school’s second Final Four trip after losing the title game to Virginia in 2019.

    Texas Tech rallies from 16 points down to beat Arkansas 85-83 in first OT game in March Madness

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Updated: Mar 28th, 2025, 4:11 AM ET

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The Alabama Crimson Tide advanced to the Elite Eight with a record-setting 113-88 victory over BYU, hitting 25 three-pointers, surpassing Loyola Marymount's 1990 record. Mark Sears led with 34 points, hitting 10 threes. Similarly, the Duke Blue Devils triumphed over Arizona 100-93, powered by Cooper Flagg's standout performance of 30 points and a clutch 3-pointer at halftime. Flagg's performance helped Duke advance to face Alabama in a highly anticipated matchup. Texas Tech also secured a dramatic 85-83 overtime win against Arkansas, while Florida topped Maryland 87-71, continuing their winning streak.

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  • Reflecting on the NCAA Sweet 16, schools like Texas Tech and Duke have showcased resilience and skill, moving closer to potential Final Four appearances after thrilling victories. The return of superstars like Cooper Flagg and Darrion Williams has redefined expectations for their teams heading into pivotal matchups.

  • Texas Tech's dramatic comeback against Arkansas demonstrated the unpredictability and excitement that define March Madness. Their advancement into the Elite Eight could set the stage for an intense matchup against the high-powered Florida Gators, who also reached this stage for the first time since 2017.

  • The trend of schools from major conferences dominating the NCAA Tournament highlights the competitive landscape in college basketball, where teams like Alabama, Duke, and Florida aim to reclaim their spots at the apex of the sport.

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