USC tops Mississippi State despite Watkins injury
USC, led by strong support from Kiki Ihafe n and Avery Howell, beat Mississippi State 96-59 to reach the Sweet 16. JuJu Watkins exited early with a knee injury as the Trojans built a commanding lead, and coach Lindsay Gottlieb praised the medical staff while teammates stepped up in her absence.
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LSU Rolls Past Florida State in NCAA Second Round
Mikaylah Williams led LSU with 28 points and Aneesah Morrow added 26 points and 11 rebounds as LSU surged in the third quarter to a 101-71 win over Florida State. Sa’Myah Smith had 20 points and 12 rebounds for the Tigers, who broke a 50-49 halftime spread by outscoring the Seminoles 31-6 in the third.
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Terps Terrific OT Thriller Advances to Sweet 16
Maryland’s 2006 Terrapins survive double overtime against Alabama 106 99 to reach the next round. Barker posts a 45 point game tying free throws late in the first OT and sending the contest to a second overtime as Te Biasu defends a critical inbound pass sealing the win. The win marks a landmark performance amid a dramatic regional clash with late game twists and standout scoring.
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Portals, NIL reshape college transfer and recruitment
The piece discusses how transfer portals, NIL deals, and relaxed rules since 2021 have blurred lines between college and pro basketball. It notes staff urgency to retain players, the timing issues of portal openings, and the impact on programs, coaches, and budgets as March Madness highlights talent movement.
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Vikings reach semis with 88 73 win over Queens in CBI
Tahj Staveskie led Cleveland State with 29 points on 10-for-14 shooting as the Vikings beat Queens (N.C.) 88-73 in the CBI Tournament quarterfinals. CSU advances to face Florida Gulf Coast in the semifinals, with Dylan Arnett adding 20 points and Tevin Smith 13.
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