Alabama Tops BYU, Breaks NCAA Tournament 3-Point Record

In a historic Sweet 16 matchup, No. 2 Alabama defeated No. 6 BYU 113-88, setting a new NCAA Tournament record with 25 made 3-pointers, surpassing the previous record of 21 set by Loyola Marymount in 1990. Mark Sears led Alabama with a standout performance, scoring 34 points and tying for the second-most 3-pointers in a tournament game with 10. The Crimson Tide shot an impressive 49% from beyond the arc, while BYU struggled, making only 6 of 30 attempts from 3-point range. Despite a solid performance from Richie Saunders, who scored 25 points for BYU, the Cougars couldn't keep pace with Alabama's explosive offense. The victory propels Alabama to the Elite Eight, where they will face the winner of the Duke-Arizona game. This win marks Alabama's second consecutive trip to the Elite Eight, showcasing their dominance in the tournament.