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College Basketball: Highlights from the Start of March Madness
St. John's and Auburn have claimed their respective conference titles as the action intensifies in college basketball.
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College basketball scores, winners and losers: St. John’s, Auburn win conference titles as March gets underway
The Red Storm and Tigers were among those who started March by clinching outright regular-season league crowns.
Madness synonymous with March began in earnest with thrilling finishes and stunning performances, leading several teams to capture conference championships.
Winners and Losers:
- Winner: Auburn clinches outright SEC title: Auburn snapped a 20-game losing streak at Rupp Arena by defeating the No. 17 Wildcats 94-78, led by Miles Kelly’s season-high 30 points.
- Loser: Texas’ season in jeopardy: The Longhorns lost at home against Georgia, effectively ending their hopes for NCAA Tournament qualification.
- Winner: St. John’s clinches outright Big East crown: The Red Storm took home the Big East title with a decisive 71-61 victory over Seton Hall.
- Loser: Kentucky’s fragility exposed: The Wildcats suffered another setback with significant turnovers and injuries impacting their play.
- Winner: Omaha earns outright Summit League title: Omaha secured its championship with an impressive win over Oral Roberts.
For a more detailed recap and analysis of the day’s notable performances, keep reading.
