63 Michigan State (Mar 27, 2026) Game Recap
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Key Points:
- UConn's Tarris Reed Jr., despite a 59% free-throw shooting season, made all four critical free throws in the final minute to help secure a 67-63 Sweet 16 win over Michigan State.
- Alex Karaban contributed 17 points and made crucial free throws late in the game, giving UConn a three-point lead that Michigan State could not overcome.
- Michigan State rallied from a 19-point deficit but struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 4 of 16 on 3-pointers, ultimately falling short.
- UConn advances to face top-seeded Duke in the East Region final, a matchup reminiscent of their 1999 national title game where UConn emerged victorious.
- Michigan State seniors Carson Cooper and Jaxon Kohler showed leadership, while UConn's Jaylin Stewart returned from injury to contribute off the bench.
