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Alabama Breaks NCAA 3-Point Record in Sweet 16 Win Over BYU

Crimson Tide's historic 113-88 victory secures second consecutive Elite Eight appearance, with Mark Sears leading a record-breaking offensive display.

Mar 27, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Brigham Young Cougars guard Egor Demin (3) shoots the ball against Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22) during the second half during an East Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images
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Mar 27, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders forward Federiko Federiko (33), Arkansas Razorbacks forward Jonas Aidoo (9) and forward Trevon Brazile (4) battle for control of a rebound during the second half during a West Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Alabama set NCAA Tournament records for three-pointers made (25) and attempted (51) in a single game during their 113-88 win over BYU in the Sweet 16.
  • Mark Sears led the Crimson Tide with 34 points, including 10 three-pointers, coming just one short of the individual tournament record for threes in a game.
  • Aden Holloway contributed 23 points and six three-pointers, bolstering Alabama's dominant offensive performance.
  • BYU struggled from beyond the arc, making only 6 of 30 three-point attempts, despite strong scoring efforts in the paint.
  • The game included a controversial technical foul on BYU's Trevin Knell, which drew criticism and added tension to Alabama's commanding victory.