Elite Eight 2025: March Madness Scores, Schedule & Highlights

Elite Eight 2025: March Madness Scores, Schedule & Highlights

 The 2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament has reached the Elite Eight stage, featuring thrilling matchups that have captivated basketball enthusiasts nationwide. Here's a comprehensive look at the upcoming games, recent results, and standout performances.

Key Sweet 16 Highlights:

• Houston Cougars Edge Out Purdue Boilermakers: In a nail-biting finish, the Houston Cougars secured a 62-60 victory over the Purdue Boilermakers. Milos Uzan led Houston with 22 points, including the game-winning basket with just 0.8 seconds remaining. Emanuel Sharp contributed 17 points, helping the Cougars overcome a 10-point deficit in the second half. Houston will face Tennessee in the Midwest Region final.

• Auburn Tigers Rally Past Michigan Wolverines: The top-seeded Auburn Tigers overcame a nine-point deficit to defeat the Michigan Wolverines 78-65. Tahaad Pettiford and Denver Jones each scored 20 points, igniting a second-half surge that saw Auburn outscore Michigan 39-17 in the final 12.5 minutes. Auburn's defense and rebounding were pivotal in securing the win. They will now face Michigan State in the South Region final.

• Duke Blue Devils Dominate Arizona Wildcats: Duke's Cooper Flagg delivered a historic performance, scoring 30 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and adding 7 assists and 3 blocks in their victory over Arizona State. Flagg became the first Duke player to achieve such stats in an NCAA tournament game, solidifying his status as a top prospect for the 2025 NBA Draft. Duke will face Alabama in the Elite Eight.

Women's NCAA Tournament Elite Eight:

On the women's side, four teams have secured their spots in the Elite Eight:

• Duke Blue Devils: Triumphed over North Carolina in a defensive battle, with Oluchi Okanawa and Ashlon Jackson leading the way.

• South Carolina Gamecocks: Defeated Maryland, highlighted by MiLaysia Fulwiley's 23 points and a strong defensive effort in the closing minutes.

• LSU Tigers: Overcame NC State with a late 10-0 run, powered by Aneesah Morrow's impressive 30-point, 19-rebound performance.

• UCLA Bruins: Led by Lauren Betts' near-perfect shooting, UCLA defeated Ole Miss, with Betts recording 31 points and 10 rebounds.

The upcoming Elite Eight matchups will feature Duke facing South Carolina and LSU taking on UCLA for a chance to advance to the Final Four.

How to Watch the Elite Eight Games:

Fans can catch all the Elite Eight action live through various broadcasting networks. CBS will air select games throughout the tournament, including the Final Four and the National Championship. TBS shares coverage duties with CBS, broadcasting numerous games. TNT will feature early-round matchups alongside TBS and truTV, while truTV will focus on the First Four and select early-round games. Channel numbers may vary by provider and region, so it's best to check local listings for details.

As the tournament progresses, the excitement continues to build. Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth coverage of March Madness 2025.