Arkansas Upsets Kansas 79-72 in NCAA Tournament

The Arkansas Razorbacks secured their spot in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament after defeating the Kansas Jayhawks 79-72 in the first round, with senior forward Jonas Aidoo leading the team with a season-high 22 points. Arkansas overcame a late-game deficit, outscoring Kansas 15-5 in the final minutes to clinch the victory, marking a disappointing end for Kansas, which faced its first first-round exit under coach Bill Self since 2006. Following this win, Arkansas continued their tournament run by defeating St. John's 75-66, with freshman Billy Richmond III contributing a career-high 16 points. The Razorbacks were able to endure foul trouble and showcased depth in their roster with significant performances from other freshmen. Meanwhile, Alabama also advanced, narrowly defeating Robert Morris 90-81 after a challenging matchup where they briefly trailed. Social media reactions highlighted the tension and excitement surrounding these tournament games.