Overview

• 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.