Grades for March Madness: Duke's 'A-' Performance Before Final Four, Tennessee's Struggle
A detailed analysis of the NCAA Tournament's Elite Eight teams, highlighting their performances and grades.
The four No. 1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament emerged victorious in the Elite Eight, with Auburn earning its second Final Four berth.
Here’s a breakdown of the performances:
Grades for Teams:
No. 1 seed Auburn
Result: 70-64 win vs. No. 2 seed Michigan State
Grade: A-
Broome’s performance helped secure the victory while Auburn’s defense proved too tough for Michigan State.
No. 1 seed Duke
Result: 85-65 win vs. No. 2 seed Alabama
Grade: A-
Duke’s strong defensive strategy ensured victory against Alabama.
No. 1 seed Houston
Result: 69-50 win vs. No. 2 seed Tennessee
Grade: A
Houston dominated defensively, showcasing their strength against Tennessee.
No. 3 seed Texas Tech
Result: 84-79 loss vs. No. 1 seed Duke
Grade: B+
Despite a solid performance, Texas Tech fell short against Duke.
Additional Highlights:
- Auburn’s Johni Broome showed brilliance with 25 points and 14 rebounds.
- Duke’s Khaman Maluach provided a key defensive presence.
- Florida’s late-game heroics from Walter Clayton Jr. also drew attention.
Summary:
All teams have showcased talent leading into the Final Four, setting expectations high for exciting matchups ahead.
