Kansas State edges Kentucky 80-79 in NCAA Sweet 16 overtime thriller
Kansas State edges Kentucky 80-79 in NCAA Sweet 16 overtime thriller

Kansas State edges Kentucky 80-79 in NCAA Sweet 16 overtime thriller

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In an intense second round of the NCAA women's tournament, Kansas State edged Kentucky 80-79 in overtime, propelled by Temira Poindexter's remarkable shooting performance of 24 points, including eight three-pointers. Poindexter, who initially struggled, hit a crucial corner three-pointer with 56 seconds left in overtime, solidifying her team's victory as Kentucky's Georgia Amoore missed several late-game shots that could have changed the outcome. Kansas State, which improved to 28-7, will now face either top-seeded Southern California or Mississippi State in the Sweet 16. Meanwhile, in the NIT, Oklahoma State secured an 85-83 upset over SMU, with Bryce Thompson leading the Cowboys with 24 points. Oklahoma State will advance to face the winner of the North Texas and Arkansas State matchup in the next round. Both teams demonstrated resilience and skill, capturing thrilling victories in their respective tournaments.

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