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WATCH: Matt Lepay calls the final moments of Wisconsin’s electrifying win over Purdue

Your reaction to Wisconsin’s buzzer-beating win over Purdue?

Wisconsin basketball put forth the effort of the year Saturday afternoon in Minneapolis. It defeated Purdue, 76-75, with a last-second shot in overtime despite the dominance of Boilermakers big man Zach Edey and nearly every Wisconsin big man having fouled out.

The win is significant for numerous reasons. First, the Badgers are on to the final of the 2024 Big Ten Tournament to face Illinois. Second, Greg Gard’s team is playing its best basketball at the perfect time and appears to have put its month-long struggles in the past.

Related: Takeaways from Wisconsin basketball’s heart-stopping overtime win over Purdue

One of the reasons for the victory today, and the general turnaround, is the stellar play of point guard Chucky Hepburn. His 22 points led the Badgers while his stellar defense on Braden Smith set up the team’s chance at the game-winning basket.

Wisconsin fans know what came next: Max Klesmit made a last-second bucket to give the Badgers an improbable and electrifying victory.

Here’s Matt Lepay on the call:

Wisconsin is back at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Sunday to play for the Big Ten Tournament title.

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WATCH: Kyle Filipowski throws down windmill dunk in transition against the Cavaliers

Duke dominated the opening half against Virginia on Saturday, including this ferocious windmill dunk from 7-foot sophomore Kyle Filipowski.

Duke basketball couldn’t have dreamed of a better start against Virginia on Saturday night.

The Blue Devils made a field goal on each of their first four possessions and rattled off a 14-2 run in the opening five minutes. Sophomore Kyle Filipowski led the charge with 15 points in the first 15 minutes of the game, including multiple tough shots in the paint and a statement three early in the game.

However, none of Filipowski’s baskets were louder than the dunk he threw down with five minutes left in the half.

With Duke already leading 33-13, Filipowski got his hands on a Virginia inbounds pass and outran everyone in transition, giving him an open look at the basket. The Duke sophomore took advantage, leaping into the air and windmilling the ball into the basket for a thunderous dunk.

After the basket, Filipowski had 15 points for the game. Virginia as a team only had 13 points.

Wisconsin basketball fans share the best dunks in Kohl Center history

What is your favorite Kohl Center moment?

Wisconsin guard A.J. Storr lit social media on fire with his poster dunk against Maryland on Tuesday.

The Badgers won the game 74-70, improving to 18-9 on the season and 10-6 in Big Ten play. While the 1-5 skid to start February mostly dropped the team out of Big Ten contention, there is still a sliver of hope entering the final stretch.

It’s a good thing Wisconsin held on to beat Maryland, because otherwise Storr’s acrobatic dunk might’ve been forgotten. The win makes it easier to celebrate the play — one which made it as the No. 2 play on SportsCenter’s Top 10:

In honor of this dunk, Wisconsin basketball’s official ‘X’ account asked fans to share the best dunks in Kohl Center history. Here are some of those responses:

Social media reacts to Iowa star Caitlin Clark setting the NCAA women’s all-time scoring record

Social media reacts to Iowa star Caitlin Clark setting the NCAA women’s all-time scoring record

Iowa star Caitlin Clark just made history.

Clark’s early three-point bomb against Michigan brought her to 3,528 career points, setting the NCAA women’s basketball all-time scoring record.

The basket moved Clark past Washington great Kelsey Plum, who had finished her career with 3,527 points.

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Clark naturally wasn’t going to stop after setting the record. Now through the first quarter, she’s dropped 23 points on 8/10 shooting. The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman noted the Big Ten single-game scoring record is 60, if she dares to continue her torrid pace.

Whether you’re a Wisconsin Badgers fan, Iowa Hawkeyes fan, or just a fan of sports, this story has been incredible to follow over the last few years.

And of course, Clark finally broke the record in vintage fashion:

Social media was buzzing when Clark hit that deep three-pointer to set the record. Here are some of the best reactions:

Former Wisconsin linebacker’s play won Super Bowl 58 for the Kansas City Chiefs

Former Wisconsin linebacker’s play won Super Bowl 58 for the Kansas City Chiefs

Former Wisconsin linebacker Leo Chenal is a two-time Super Bowl champion in only two years in the NFL.

It helps to be drafted by a franchise led by Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes and play on one of the best defenses in the NFL. Though Chenal fell to the third round and 103rd pick of the 2022 NFL draft, he’s made the Chiefs’ brass look smart for selecting him.

Related: Win totals released for Wisconsin, every Big Ten team in 2024 football season

Through two seasons the former Badger has recorded 100 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, 10 quarterback hits and four sacks. He has quickly become a valuable part of a stellar inside linebacker corps alongside Willie Gay and Nick Bolton.

One could argue it was his play that propelled the Chiefs to a 25-22 overtime win over the 49ers in Super Bowl 58 Sunday night.

Related: Social media roasted a Wisconsin legend during the Super Bowl broadcast

First, Chenal forced 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey to fumble on the first possession of the game.

Then, he blocked a San Francisco extra point to keep it a three-point game. That saved point allowed the Chiefs to force overtime and eventually take home the trophy.

Chenal finished the contest with six tackles, one tackle for loss, the forced fumble and a blocked extra point.

Brian Baldinger had a great breakdown of his entire night:

Patrick Mahomes won Super Bowl MVP, but Chenal made some of the game’s most crucial plays.

Twitter reacts to Trent McDuffies incredible touchdown-saving play in Super Bowl LVIII

Twitter exploded after Trent McDuffie’s incredible pass breakup in the second quarter of Super Bowl LVIII.

Trent McDuffie helped the Kansas City Chiefs keep the San Francisco 49ers’ outstanding passing attack at bay early in the second quarter of Super Bowl LVIII by swatting a well-thrown ball intended for star wide receiver Deebo Samuel.

The amazing play prevented a 49ers touchdown and forced San Francisco to kick a field goal that limited Kansas City’s first-half deficit to three points.

Take a look at McDuffie’s incredible breakup here, and notice the body control required to defend the ball without interfering with Samuel in the air:

Fans across America reacted to the unbelievable play on Twitter in real time, crediting McDuffie for his marvelous effort. In a game where the Chiefs have struggled to find their footing on offense, moments like this may prove to be the difference between a win and a loss for the defending Super Bowl champions.

Check out some of Twitter’s top reactions to the play below:

Watch: Duke women’s golfer Phoebe Brinker makes full-court putt during Boston College game

Duke golfer Phoebe Brinker, who was being celebrated for her invite to the Augusta National Women’s Amateur, wowed the Cameron Indoor crowd with a crazy full-court putt on Saturday

Duke women’s golf senior Phoebe Brinker was brought onto the court during the Blue Devils men’s basketball game against Boston College on Saturday, and she left a fun memory for every fan in attendance.

Brinker and her teammate, Emma McMyler, were being celebrated for their invite to the Augusta National Women’s Amateur in early April.

The Blue Devils asked the star golfers to try and make a full-court putt across the court during the halftime break.

Brinker proceeded to do exactly what you’d expect one of the best collegiate golfers in the country to do in that situation. She drained it, earning a big cheer from the home crowd.

Duke fans will get to see Brinker and McMyler in action for the Augusta National Women’s Amateur during the first weekend of April. It will be Brinker’s third appearance in the event.

The women’s golf team gets back into action next weekend with the Moon Golf Invitational in Melbourne, Florida. The tournament will be played from February 18-20.

Chiefs fans couldn’t get enough of Patrick Mahomes’ mic’d up segment vs. Ravens

#Chiefs fans on Twitter loved this extended-cut version of Patrick Mahomes’ mic’d up segment from Kansas City’s win over the #Ravens.

The Kansas City Chiefs’ win over the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game was a spectacle for the ages, and even five days removed from their victory, fans on social media aren’t tired of reliving the biggest moments of the matchup.

The Chiefs released an extended-cut video of quarterback Patrick Mahomes mic’d up during the playoff tilt against Baltimore, which was met with plenty of fanfare on Twitter as the Kansas City faithful took in all the action on Thursday.

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Clips like this make the rounds on social media platforms every week, but few were received with the same excitement as this one, which captivated fans to a degree rarely seen.

Mahomes’ efforts in the game were legendary, and the audio of his triumphant performance is sure to stay with members of Chiefs Kingdom well after the season officially ends.

Check out some of the top reactions to the video below:

Former Wisconsin linebacker impressing at Shrine Bowl practice

Former Wisconsin linebacker impressing at Shrine Bowl practice

Former Wisconsin linebacker Maema Njongmeta is off to a strong start at Shrine Bowl practice.

The two-year starter in Madison intercepted former Kentucky and NC State quarterback Devin Leary during a practice session earlier this week, that right after recovering a fumble on the previous play.

Njongmeta is currently projected to go undrafted, though his stock has risen quite a bit since the 2023 season concluded.

The inside linebacker is hoping to make the next level after appearing in 28 games during his Wisconsin career, during which he recorded 158 tackles, 20 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks and one interception.

He and former Wisconsin and Louisville running back Isaac Guerendo are the two former Badgers at the Shrine Bowl this year.

WATCH: Chiefs DB L’Jarius Sneed forces clutch fumble vs. Ravens

#Chiefs DB L’Jarius Sneed forced a clutch fumble against the #Ravens in the AFC Championship Game on Sunday afternoon.

The Kansas City Chiefs nearly saw their 10-point lead over the Baltimore Ravens get compromised early in the fourth quarter of the AFC Championship Game.

Baltimore drove down the field to get near Kansas City’s end zone late in the third period and seemed to be in prime position to score when Lamar Jackson hit Zay Flowers with a beautiful pass inside the 10-yard line.

Flowers darted for the goal line but was met by Chiefs defensive back L’Jarius Sneed, who punched the ball and forced a fumble.

Second-year defensive back Trent McDuffie pounced on the ball in the end zone, giving Kansas City possession at the 20-yard line.

This play may prove to be the difference in the outcome of this game and was among the most important moments of the Chiefs’ postseason run to this point.

Stay tuned to see if Kansas City can close out Baltimore in the fourth quarter.