Rams end Jayhawks Elite Eight run in San Antonio
No. 1 seed VCU defeated Kansas 71 61 in the Elite Eight at the Alamodome as Marcus Morris fought back tears after scoring 20 points. KU shot 19 21 from beyond the arc and 15 of 28 from the line while VCU connected on 12 of 25 threes and 17 of 22 free throws to reach the Final Four.
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KU Fans Lose Elite Eight as VCU Advances in NCAAs
KU seniors face a disappointing end after an Elite Eight defeat by Virginia Commonwealth. The final score and box score details are highlighted along with Selby’s birthday noting the mood on campus. Pages 4A–6A.
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Self's bold estimate meets sharp VCU restraint
Kansas coach Bill Self warned any team can be had if hot at the right time, a line tested as VCU defeated Kansas 71 61 in the Alamodome. The upset punctured hopes of a bracket opening, highlighting parity shifts as mid majors prove they belong.
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