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NCAA Tournament 2024: Surprises and Shootouts Define Day 2

Oakland's upset over Kentucky and a historic scoring frenzy between Colorado and Florida highlight a day of unexpected outcomes and thrilling performances.

  • Oakland shocks Kentucky in a major upset, showcasing the unpredictability of the tournament.
  • Colorado and Florida engage in a historic shootout, marking the first NCAA tournament game since 2005 where both teams scored over 100 points in regulation.
  • Yale stuns Auburn, securing their first win over an SEC opponent since 1969 and marking Auburn's third consecutive early exit from the tournament.
  • Northwestern defeats Florida Atlantic in overtime, highlighting the thin line between March immortality and oblivion.
  • Clemson dominates New Mexico, reversing expectations as a lower-seeded team that outperformed its higher-seeded opponent.
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