**_Birmingham_** was buzzing with excitement on March 27, 2025, as the Alabama Crimson Tide made history in the Sweet 16 round of the men’s NCAA Tournament. In a thrilling matchup against BYU, Alabama broke the longstanding record for the most three-pointers made in a single tournament game, hitting an astounding 25 shots from beyond the arc. The final score was 113-88, adding to the excitement of the night.
This remarkable performance didn’t just stop at the record for team three-pointers; the game also featured a total of 81 combined attempts from both teams, which sets another new tournament record. Alabama showed incredible shooting accuracy, converting 25 of their 51 three-point attempts, which is about 49% efficiency.
Senior guard Mark Sears was a standout player for the Crimson Tide. He sunk 10 three-pointers during the game, putting him just one short of tying the individual record of 11 three-pointers set by Jeff Fryer of Loyola Marymount back in 1990. Fryer’s record came during a second-round victory over Michigan, a mark that has stood for over three decades.
To put things in perspective, the previous team record of 21 three-pointers was also held by Loyola Marymount, which made it much more impressive when Alabama surpassed it with their outstanding performance. As fans in Birmingham cheered and celebrated, it was clear that this game would go down in NCAA history.
This Sweet 16 matchup showcased how the modern game of basketball has evolved, with teams relying heavily on the three-point shot. Alabama’s historic night is sure to be remembered for years to come.
