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

3/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Jaden Bradley (Arizona Wildcats) hit a buzzer-beater to lift the No. 2 Wildcats to an 82-80 win over the No. 5 Iowa State Cyclones in the Big 12 semifinals on March 13, 2026.
Milan Momcilovic (Iowa State) scored 28 points.
Tamin Lipsey (Iowa State) tied the game.
Anthony Dell'Orso (Arizona Wildcats) contributed 26 points.
Joshua Jefferson (Iowa State) scored 21 points as Arizona advances to face Houston in the championship.

History

Historical Context

The 1982 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship marked a pivotal moment in college sports, as North Carolina, led by freshman Michael Jordan, defeated Georgetown 63–62. This victory highlighted the tournament's growing prestige, which had evolved since its inception in 1939. By 1982, the tournament featured 64 teams and attracted over 7 million fans, solidifying its status as a cornerstone of American athletics.

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Story summary

Jaden Bradley (Arizona Wildcats) hit a buzzer-beater to lift the No. 2 Wildcats to an 82-80 win over the No. 5 Iowa State Cyclones in the Big 12 semifinals on March 13, 2026.
Milan Momcilovic (Iowa State) scored 28 points.
Tamin Lipsey (Iowa State) tied the game.
Anthony Dell'Orso (Arizona Wildcats) contributed 26 points.
Joshua Jefferson (Iowa State) scored 21 points as Arizona advances to face Houston in the championship.

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