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UCF Advances to Crown Semifinals with Victory Over Cincinnati

Darius Johnson's 31-point performance propels UCF past Big 12 rival Cincinnati, snapping a five-game losing streak and setting up a semifinal clash.

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UCF’s Jordan Ivy-Curry and Moustapha Thiam try to defend against Cincinnati’s Dillon Mitchell during the first half of their quarterfinals game in the College Basketball Crown Tournament at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Thursday, April 3, 2025. (Omer Khan/FOX Sports)

Overview

  • UCF defeated Cincinnati 88-80 in the quarterfinals of the College Basketball Crown Tournament, advancing to the semifinals in Las Vegas.
  • Darius Johnson led the Knights with 31 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists, delivering a standout performance in the victory.
  • The win ended a five-game losing streak for UCF against Cincinnati, marking a significant turnaround for the team this season.
  • Despite losing leading scorer Keyshawn Hall and seven other players to the transfer portal, UCF showcased resilience and depth in the tournament.
  • UCF will face the winner of Villanova vs. USC on April 5, with lucrative NIL incentives at stake for the top four teams.