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Texas Tech Secures Elite Eight Spot with Dramatic Overtime Win Over Arkansas

Darrion Williams' clutch plays capped a 16-point comeback in the first overtime game of the 2025 NCAA Tournament.

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Overview

  • Texas Tech defeated Arkansas 85-83 in overtime to advance to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
  • The Red Raiders overcame a 16-point deficit in the second half, showcasing remarkable resilience and determination.
  • Darrion Williams tied the game with a 3-pointer in regulation and scored the game-winning basket with 7.3 seconds left in overtime.
  • This was the first overtime game of the 2025 NCAA Tournament, adding to the excitement of March Madness.
  • Texas Tech, now 28-8 on the season, will face top-seeded Florida in the West Region final on Saturday, March 29.