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Jaden Bradley's Buzzer-Beater Sends Arizona to Finals!

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Jaden Bradley of the Arizona Wildcats hits a buzzer-beater to lift Arizona to an 82-80 win over the Iowa State Cyclones in the Big 12 Tournament semifinal.
Iowa State led 43-37 at halftime, with Milan Momcilovic scoring 28 points and eight three-pointers.
Anthony Dell'Orso added 26 points off the Arizona bench.
Arizona advances to the championship against the Houston Cougars.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, known as the "Big Dance," marked a pivotal moment in college sports, showcasing the Georgetown Hoyas, led by Patrick Ewing, who won the championship before 17,000 fans. This tournament format has since fostered intense rivalries and memorable moments, significantly enhancing fan engagement and media coverage in college basketball over the years.

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Story summary

Jaden Bradley of the Arizona Wildcats hits a buzzer-beater to lift Arizona to an 82-80 win over the Iowa State Cyclones in the Big 12 Tournament semifinal.
Iowa State led 43-37 at halftime, with Milan Momcilovic scoring 28 points and eight three-pointers.
Anthony Dell'Orso added 26 points off the Arizona bench.
Arizona advances to the championship against the Houston Cougars.

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