March Madness Day 4: Live Updates and Analysis as Men’s Sweet 16 is Set
As the dust settles on the first day of the second round, the excitement of March Madness continues to build. The 2025 men’s NCAA tournament is in full swing, and today we find out which eight teams will complete the Sweet 16 lineup. The big question on everyone’s mind: Will Duke join the ranks of Florida, Houston, and Auburn as the fourth No. 1 seed to advance?
Day 2 of the round of 32 promises plenty of action, and we’ve got you covered with all the updates, insights, and analysis you need. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual observer, this is your go-to source for everything happening on the court today.
Our team of writers is on-site, bringing you the latest from each game. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride as we dive into the thrilling conclusion of the men’s tournament opening weekend.
Today’s Schedule
- (6) Illinois Fighting Illini vs. (3) Kentucky Wildcats, 5:15 p.m., CBS
- (7) Saint Mary’s Gaels vs. (2) Alabama Crimson Tide, 6:10 p.m., TNT
- (12) Colorado State Rams vs. (4) Maryland Terrapins, 7:10 p.m., TBS
- (6) Ole Miss Rebels vs. (3) Iowa State Cyclones, 7:45 p.m., truTV
- (10) New Mexico Lobos vs. (2) Michigan State Spartans, 8:40 p.m., TNT
- (5) Oregon Ducks vs. (4) Arizona Wildcats, 9:40 p.m., TBS
Sunday Results and Analysis
Florida vs. UConn
Final: Florida defeats UConn 77-75
How Florida won: After Friday’s opening-round win, UConn’s Dan Hurley confidently stated that “someone’s going to have to put us down” for the Huskies to exit the tournament without a third consecutive national title. On Sunday, that someone was Walter Clayton Jr. Clayton was the hero of the day, scoring 10 points in a crucial three-minute span, transforming a 59-58 Florida deficit into a thrilling 77-75 victory. This win not only secured Florida’s spot in the Sweet 16 but also ended UConn’s impressive 13-game tournament winning streak.
Clayton’s performance was nothing short of spectacular. Despite not scoring his first bucket until 15 minutes into the game, once he found his rhythm, he was unstoppable. He finished the game with 23 points, leading all scorers, and was particularly dominant in the second half, scoring 15 points and making all three of his 3-point attempts. His decisive 3-pointer with 2:54 remaining erased a two-point UConn lead, and Florida never looked back. Clayton’s heroics were the talk of the tournament, and his performance will be remembered as one of the standout moments of March Madness 2025. — David Hale
Originally Written by: ESPN
