March Madness 2026 live bracket updates: Scores, analysis for men's second-round games
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Key Points:
- Iowa State faces a significant challenge against Kentucky without star forward Joshua Jefferson, who is sidelined with an ankle injury sustained in the first round; Jefferson is a key contributor in scoring, rebounding, assists, and steals for the Cyclones.
- Purdue defeated Miami 79-69 to advance to the Sweet 16 for the third consecutive year, with strong offensive performances from Fletcher Loyer (24 points) and CJ Cox, who hit three crucial 3-pointers before suffering a non-contact knee injury.
- Purdue maintained high efficiency throughout the game, shooting 53.2% from the floor and converting 21 of 22 free throws, while Miami's physical style and rebounding posed challenges.
- Miami's Tre Donaldson had an impressive
