No. 2 Alabama made it look easy in the round of 32 with a 77-96 win over No. 10 Maryland. They will now move on to the Sweet 16 to face No. 11 UCLA.
Alabama’s defense was strong, limiting Maryland to only 52.7% from the field. The Crimson Tide also recorded 25 defensive rebounds, with Juwan Gary leading the team with seven total rebounds.
The Crimson Tide offense was electric, with the team shooting 48.5% from three. John Petty, Jaden Shackelford and Jahvon Quinerly combined for 55 points.
This will be alabama’s first Sweet 16 appearance since 2004.
UCLA won both game of their tournament run by double digits. During the regular season, the program went 13-6 in-conference.
The two teams will face off next Sunday in the Sweet 16.