For only the second time in NCAA men’s basketball tournament history, the Final Four will feature all four No. 1 seeds: Auburn Tigers, Duke Blue Devils, Florida Gators, and Houston Cougars. The only previous occurrence was in 2008, when Kansas, Memphis, North Carolina, and UCLA all advanced to the semifinals.
Auburn secured their spot by defeating Michigan State 70-64, with Johni Broome leading the team with 25 points and 14 rebounds.
Duke dominated Alabama 85-65, showcasing a balanced effort led by Kon Knueppel’s 21 points.
Florida made a remarkable comeback to beat Texas Tech 84-79, led by Walter Clayton Jr.’s 30 points.
Houston advanced after a commanding 69-50 victory over Tennessee, driven by Emanuel Sharp’s standout performance.
This convergence of top seeds underscores the dominance these teams have exhibited throughout the season, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the tournament.
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