After a shaky start, Will Riley exploded in the second half, scoring 18 of his 22 points and leading Illinois to an impressive 86-73 victory over Xavier in the NCAA Tournament. This win sets the stage for a thrilling Round of 32 matchup against Kentucky.
In a stunning NCAA Tournament opener, 10th-seeded Arkansas defeated No. 7 seed Kansas 79-72, marking John Calipari's first victory as Razorbacks coach. Jonas Aidoo led with 22 points, while Kansas faced its first-round exit since 2006.
In an electrifying showdown, Michigan State overcame a 14-point deficit to defeat Iowa 91-84, clinching the Big Ten title for the first time since 2018. Led by Jase Richardson's 22 points, the Spartans proved their resilience in a thrilling second-half rally.
