With Selection Sunday just days away, the madness of college basketball is almost here. On Thursday, some of the nation’s top teams were in action, with Duke facing Georgia Tech in a nerve-wracking game that saw projected No. 1 NBA Draft pick Cooper Flagg sprain his ankle. Later, two-time defending national champion UConn returned to the court to showcase their strength in March.
As conference tournaments continue, there is a plethora of exciting action to follow in various power conferences. In the ACC, Duke and UNC emerged victorious, while in the Big 12, BYU secured a close win over Iowa State. The SEC saw Ole Miss and Texas grab important wins, while Marquette and UConn triumphed in the Big East.
In other notable games, Boise State defeated San Diego State, Texas pulled off a thrilling double-overtime win against Texas A&M, and Creighton forced overtime against DePaul. Louisville also clinched a dramatic victory at the buzzer.
The excitement is building as teams fight for spots in the NCAA tournament, with bubble teams like Boise State battling to secure their place. The tournament season is in full swing, and with Selection Sunday looming, the stakes are higher than ever as teams look to make their mark on college basketball history.
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