BYU Edges Wisconsin 91-89, Advances to Sweet 16

BYU's men's basketball team achieved a thrilling 91-89 victory over Wisconsin, advancing to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2011, marking a significant moment for the program. Richie Saunders led BYU with 25 points, while Wisconsin's John Tonje scored a remarkable 37 points, almost leading a comeback in the final moments. The game was characterized by a fierce competition, with BYU maintaining a lead for most of the second half, despite a late surge from Wisconsin. Dawson Baker's ejection for a flagrant foul in the second half added to the drama, but BYU held on to secure the win. The Cougars, now 26-9, are set to face either Alabama or St. Mary’s next week in the East Regional semifinals. This victory not only highlights BYU's resurgence as a competitive force in college basketball but also ends the Big Ten's undefeated start in the tournament.