UConn holds off Michigan State late to reach Elite Eight
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Key Points:
- UConn's Tarris Reed Jr., despite a season free throw shooting weakness, made all four crucial 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 key free throws late in the game, giving UConn a critical three-point lead in the closing seconds.
- Michigan State rallied from a 19-point deficit but struggled with 3-point shooting, hitting only 4-of-16 attempts, ultimately falling short.
- UConn advances to face top-seeded Duke in the East Region final, a matchup reminiscent of their 1999 national championship meeting.
- Huskies coach Dan Hurley praised Karaban's leadership and noted the intense, competitive atmosphere among the four teams remaining, who collectively hold 13 national titles.
