West Virginia Edges Cincinnati 62-59, Revives NCAA Hopes

In a thrilling matchup, West Virginia University (WVU) overcame a six-point deficit to secure a 62-59 victory over Cincinnati, maintaining their NCAA Tournament hopes. The Mountaineers managed to pull ahead late in the game after a strong offensive push, but Cincinnati almost forced overtime with two quick three-pointers in the final seconds. WVU head coach Darian DeVries emphasized the importance of not taking the lead for granted, highlighting the chaotic ending as one of the wildest sequences he's experienced. Amani Hansberry led WVU with a notable performance, while Cincinnati struggled with rebounding and free-throw shooting, which contributed to their defeat. The loss likely ends Cincinnati's NCAA Tournament aspirations, as they now sit at 15-11 for the season. Despite the close finish, the victory allows WVU to complete a regular-season sweep over the Bearcats.