Maryland's Derik Queen Leads Terrapins to Sweet 16 Amid Transfer Portal Dynamics in NCAA March Madness
Maryland defeated Colorado State in a stunning victory, as the NCAA tournament coincides with the opening of the transfer portal for college basketball players.
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Get StartedN.C. State has won 20 consecutive home NCAA Tournament games.
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The drive to the left side of the floor and the subsequent pro hop gave Queen the best opportunity to put the ball in the basket.
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Duke defeated Arizona 69-55 when the two teams played at the beginning of the season back in November.
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The Wildcats’ win also killed off the last bracket of the 34 million on the NCAA’s platform.
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The Celtics played nearly half of the first quarter with a lineup of Tatum, Craig, Scheierman, Davison and Luke Kornet – a preseason-esque quintet that had never shared the floor together – yet still led 34-24 at the end of one.
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It may not be a big deal for Kentucky, who is used to winning every year, but this is a cause for celebration, considering the abrupt endings that the Wildcats have endured in the past four tournaments.
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Summary
In a thrilling finish, Maryland's Derik Queen secured a 72-71 victory over Colorado State, leading the Terrapins to their first Sweet 16 since 2016. Queen's late-game heroics included 17 points, capping a dramatic comeback from a 12-point deficit. Meanwhile, the NCAA Tournament is also a pivotal time as the transfer portal opened, allowing over 1,000 players to explore new opportunities. This period of cross-scouting adds complexity to the tournament, blending competition with off-court strategy. As the Terrapins prepare to face top-seed Florida, the ongoing dynamics of player movement in college basketball further enrich this year's March Madness experience.
Perspectives
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