Tennessee Beats Virginia, Advances to Sweet 16 Friday
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PHILADELPHIA — Sixth-seeded Tennessee defeated No. 3 Virginia 79-72 on March 22 at Xfinity Mobile Arena, advancing to the Sweet 16 after Ja'Kobi Gillespie scored 21 points and teammates made key free throws late in the second half to secure the victory.
Tennessee's win sends the Volunteers to the Midwest Region semifinal in Chicago, where they will face No. 2 Iowa State on March 27; coach Rick Barnes noted the team 'found a way,' and the program extended its streak of Sweet 16 appearances.
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Timeline
- 1. Tennessee defeated Miami (OH) 78-56 in the NCAA Tournament Round of 64.
- 2. Virginia beat Wright State 82-73 to advance from the Round of 64.
- 3. The Tennessee–Virginia Round of 32 game was scheduled Sunday at 6:10 p.m. ET on TNT.
- 4. Tennessee beat Virginia 79-72 on March 22 at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
- 5. Tennessee was scheduled to face No. 2 Iowa State in the Sweet 16 on March 27 in Chicago.
Why it matters
If you're a college basketball fan, this is big. Tennessee's win over Virginia means they're moving on to the Sweet 16. It's a testament to teamwork and perseverance. Check the schedule and tune in on March 27 to see if they can keep the streak alive.
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