NCAA Men’s Basketball Highlights from Tuesday Night
In a thrilling night of NCAA men’s basketball, several teams showcased their skills with exciting victories. In Los Angeles, UCLA pulled off a nail-biting victory against No. 9 Michigan State, winning 63-61 at Pauley Pavilion. The Bruins improved their record to 17-6, with an 8-4 mark in the Big Ten. Skyy Clark led UCLA with 14 points, while Tyler Bilodeau contributed 13. Despite a second-half drought where they struggled offensively, the Bruins relied on their solid defense and a crucial three-pointer by Lazar Stefanovic to seal the win. Michigan State, now 18-4, had a powerful rebounding performance but couldn’t overcome their 16 turnovers that led to 19 points for UCLA.
Meanwhile, in Oxford, Ole Miss stunned No. 14 Kentucky with a commanding 98-84 victory, marking their biggest win over the Wildcats in program history. The Rebels have been on a roll, improving their record to 17-6 and moving to 6-4 in the SEC. Matthew Murrell shined for Ole Miss, sinking four three-pointers in the first half as they built a 54-31 halftime lead. Although Kentucky cut the lead down to 11 late in the game, Ole Miss maintained control to secure their first win against Kentucky since 2021.
In Madison Square Garden, No. 12 St. John’s continued their winning streak, defeating No. 11 Marquette 70-64. Kadary Richmond led the Red Storm with a strong outing, posting 18 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists. They dominated the boards with a staggering 50-28 rebounding advantage. St. John’s now holds the top spot in the Big East, boasting a record of 20-3 overall and 11-1 in the conference, while Marquette aims to bounce back against Creighton.
As the season heats up, teams like UCLA, Ole Miss, and St. John’s are solidifying their spots for March Madness. With crucial upcoming games, fans can expect more exhilarating matchups in the days ahead.
