The NCAA Tournament is well underway, with eight more games scheduled for Sunday to round out the Sweet 16 bracket. Some of the most historic teams in college basketball will take the court, including No. 16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson, whose tiny starting lineup is taking the tournament by storm. Friday’s action saw some incredible moments, including Purdue’s stunning loss to Fairleigh Dickinson, making it only the second No. 16 seed in history to defeat a No. 1 seed. The madness continued on Saturday, with Princeton becoming the fourth Ivy League program to reach the Sweet 16 in the modern era. Sunday’s schedule promises even more excitement, with several can’t-miss matchups, and Chip Patterson’s article has all the day’s storylines.
March Madness 2023 Update: Michigan State and UConn Advance, Scores Recap
The March Madness 2023 has been full of exciting games, and the second round did not disappoint. Here are the latest updates from the NCAA Tournament:
Miami vs. Indiana
Miami dominated the first half of the game against Indiana, with Nigel Pack and Isaiah Wong scoring ten points each, and shooting an impressive 55%. However, Indiana managed to cut the deficit over the last several minutes of the half, with Trayce Jackson-Davis leading the team with 11 points. Jalen Hood-Schifino had a rough start, making only two out of eight shots in the first half. Indiana is favored by 1.5 points, according to David Cobb.
FDU vs. FAU
FDU and FAU had a close game, with FDU struggling to convert their shots at the rim, and FAU shooting only 35.1% from the floor in the first half. FAU currently leads by seven points midway through the second half, and the winner will face Tennessee next week at Madison Square Garden.
Creighton vs. Baylor
Creighton advances to the Sweet 16 after a remarkable victory against Baylor, shooting 11 out of 24 from 3-point range and making 22 out of 22 free throws. Ryan Nembhard led the team with a career-high 30 points, and the Bluejays will play Princeton in the next round.
UConn vs. Iona
UConn proved to be a formidable team, beating Iona and Saint Mary’s by a combined 39 points. They advanced to their first Sweet 16 since 2014, led by Adama Sanogo with 24 points and eight rebounds. Jordan Hawkins also contributed to their victory, with a great shot early in the second half that secured their win. They will face Arkansas in their next matchup.
The games have been intense, and the next round promises to be just as exciting. Stay tuned for more updates on the NCAA Tournament.
March Madness 2023 Update: Michigan State and UConn Advance, Scores Recap
The second round of the NCAA Tournament has been filled with thrilling games, upsets, and remarkable performances. Here are the latest updates from March Madness 2023:
Creighton vs. Baylor
Baylor struggled with their defense throughout the tournament, and it was no different in their game against Creighton. The Bluejays shot an impressive 50% from the field and 7 out of 16 from 3-point range in the first half, exposing Baylor’s weak defense. Ryan Nembhard led the team with 11 points, while Baylor’s L.J. Cryer had 12 points in the first half. However, Keynote George and Adam Flagler struggled, making only 4 out of 17 shots from the floor.
Michigan State vs. Marquette
Michigan State beat Marquette in a close game, with Tyson Walker scoring 23 points, including 17 in the second half. The Spartans are headed to the Sweet 16 as a No. 7 seed, with Tom Izzo leading them to another unexpected March run. MSU’s defense was great, holding Marquette to 38.5% shooting and forcing 16 turnovers.
UConn vs. Saint Mary’s
UConn struggled at the beginning of their game against Saint Mary’s, with the Gaels jumping out to a 17-9 lead. However, UConn finished the half strong, with Adama Sanogo and Tristan Newton leading the team with 10 and 9 points, respectively. Sanogo had an impressive performance, with six rebounds and is on his way to another double-double. UConn’s versatility may pose a challenge for Saint Mary’s excellent defense, and UConn is favored by 3.5 points, according to David Cobb.
Michigan State vs. Marquette
Michigan State had a strong start against Marquette, leading by as many as 13 points in the first half. However, Marquette kept up, with a big 13-6 run to close the half. Michigan State dominated on the glass and inside the paint, while Marquette’s guards struggled to score.
The NCAA Tournament continues to be unpredictable and exciting, with unexpected wins and surprising performances. Stay tuned for more updates on March Madness 2023.
March Madness 2023: Kansas State Advances to Sweet 16, Michigan State vs. Marquette Classic Finish
The second round of the NCAA Tournament has been full of excitement and unexpected outcomes, and Sunday’s games were no exception. Here are the latest updates from March Madness 2023:
Kansas State vs. Kentucky
Kansas State pulled off an upset against Kentucky, with guard Markquis Nowell leading the way with 27 points. Nowell scored 23 of those points in the second half, propelling Kansas State into the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2018. Despite falling behind early, Kansas State seized control down the stretch as UK struggled to score.
Michigan State vs. Marquette
The game between Michigan State and Marquette was a classic finish, with both teams trading big plays as the game went down to the wire. Michigan State managed to come out on top, with a much-improved defense and Tyson Walker scoring 23 points, including 17 in the second half. Marquette’s offense was impressive, but Michigan State’s defense held them to 38.5% shooting and forced 16 turnovers.
Kentucky vs. Kansas State
Kentucky started strong in the second half, going on a 13-4 run to take a 39-33 lead. However, K-State responded, and Nowell found his gear in the second half, leading K-State to victory. Oscar Tshiebwe had a double-double for Kentucky, with 11 points and 11 rebounds, but Jacob Toppin and Antonio Reeves struggled to make shots.
Kentucky vs. Kansas State
In the first half, Kentucky led 17-9 at one point, but K-State flipped the script and finished the half with a lead. Nowell had five assists for Kansas State, and despite not making a 3-pointer, they managed to take control of the game. Tshiebwe had an impressive performance for Kentucky, but Toppin and Reeves struggled to make shots.
The NCAA Tournament has been full of surprises, and March Madness 2023 continues to deliver thrilling games and unexpected outcomes. Stay tuned for more updates as the Sweet 16 approaches.
NCAA Tournament Round 2 Recap
The second round of the NCAA Tournament saw some exciting action with a few upsets and close games. Here are some highlights from Sunday’s games:
Xavier Advances to the Sweet 16
No. 3 seed Xavier defeated No. 11 seed Pitt to advance to the Sweet 16. Despite a late push by Pitt to cut the lead to single digits, Xavier held on to win. The Musketeers had an impressive offensive showing with six players reaching double figures. They made 7 of 14 shots from beyond the arc in the first half, with Adam Kunkel making all five of his 3-pointers in the opening half.
Kunkel Leads Xavier to Victory
Adam Kunkel was a big part of Xavier’s win, leading all scorers with 15 points in the first half after making all five of his 3-pointers. Xavier’s leading scorer, Souley Boum, had zero points in the first half, but the Musketeers still led by 14 at halftime.
March Madness Recap
Saturday’s Round 2 action saw some big upsets, with No. 1 seed Purdue and reigning champion Kansas both getting knocked out of the tournament. No. 15 seed Princeton advanced to the Sweet 16 for the first time in the modern era of the NCAA Tournament by beating No. 7 seed Missouri 78-63.
More NCAA Tournament Coverage
For more coverage of the NCAA Tournament, including scores and takeaways from Saturday’s games, visit this link.
The NCAA tournament is now in full swing, and we’re about to have half of the Sweet 16 bracket set. Sunday’s college basketball schedule includes some can’t-miss matchups with several blue blood programs set to play. Check out Chip Patterson’s article for more on the day’s storylines.
Among Sunday’s games is No. 16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson, who pulled off the biggest upset in NCAA Tournament history on Friday. Find out how the team managed to go from a 4-22 season last year to the Sweet 16 this year, thanks in part to their starting backcourt of 5-8 Demetre Roberts and 5-9 Grant Singleton.
If you missed Friday’s action, you can catch up on how the matchups came to fruition. Friday was an eventful day with everything from crooked rims to big comebacks and historic performances. And who can forget No. 16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson’s stunning upset of No. 1 seed Purdue?
The 2023 NCAA Tournament has been full of surprises, with two No. 1 seeds already sent home and a No. 15 seed advancing to the Sweet 16. The last few days have been filled with mayhem, and Sunday’s slate of games is sure to provide even more excitement. Buckle up and get ready for some great basketball!
Don’t miss interesting posts on Famousbio
