Source: Fox News
Summary
VCU Rams, seeded 11th, completed the largest comeback in the first round of March Madness, defeating 6th-seeded UNC 80-78 in overtime. The Rams trailed by 19 points with 15 minutes left but rallied behind Terrence Hill Jr.’s 34 points, including 23 in the second half and overtime. Henri Veesaar missed a crucial free throw attempt with a one-point deficit, securing the win for VCU.
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The game followed a familiar script.
VCU’s comeback was nothing new, as they’ve been in similar situations before.
The Rams’ momentum shifted when Terrence Hill Jr. took over in the second half, and their confidence grew with each passing minute.
Of course, the “young love” excuse came up, as if missing a game for Valentine’s Day was a reason for the media to get out of doing their job.
This one felt recognizable early, as VCU’s comeback was just another chapter in the book of March Madness upsets.
Original observation: The NCAA Tournament is never truly over until the clock hits zero, and even then, it’s just the beginning of the excuses.
