Maryland's Derik Queen Secures Sweet 16 Berth with Buzzer-Beater

In a thrilling NCAA tournament matchup, Maryland's Derik Queen sealed a dramatic 72-71 victory over Colorado State with a buzzer-beater, marking the Terps' first Sweet Sixteen appearance since 2016. The game swung in Colorado State's favor when Jalen Lake hit a go-ahead three-pointer with just seconds left, but Queen responded with a fadeaway shot that stunned the audience and secured the win. Despite struggling for much of the game, Maryland showcased resilience, coming back from a scoring drought and benefiting from Queen's determination to take the final shot. Coach Kevin Willard noted Queen's confidence, which was evident as he demanded the ball during the final huddle. With this victory, Maryland now prepares to face the top-seeded Florida Gators in the next round. Queen, who is also the Big Ten Freshman of the Year, expressed pride in representing his hometown of Baltimore through his performance.