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NCAA Tournament Kicks Off with Upsets and Dominant Wins

Creighton's upset over Louisville disrupts brackets, while Houston, Auburn, and Tennessee assert dominance on opening day.

Vladislav Goldin #50 of the Michigan Wolverines looks to make a play against Jaxon Kohler #0 of the Michigan State Spartans during the first half of a college basketball game.
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Johni Broome #4 of the Auburn Tigers shoots a free throw during the second half against the Alabama State Hornets in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Rupp Arena.

Overview

  • Creighton, a 9 seed, defeated 8-seed Louisville in the first game of the tournament, causing early bracket disruptions.
  • Top-seeded Houston Cougars dominated SIU Edwardsville with a 38-point win, showcasing strong defense and balanced scoring.
  • Auburn Tigers, the tournament's top overall seed, secured a 20-point victory over Alabama State, led by standout performances from Miles Kelly.
  • Gonzaga Bulldogs, an 8 seed, emerged as a dark horse contender with an impressive 89-68 win over 9-seed Georgia.
  • Tennessee Volunteers, a 2 seed, defeated 15-seed Wofford 77-62, powered by Chaz Lanier's 29-point performance and strong three-point shooting.