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March Madness: Highlights from the NCAA tournament's first round

South Carolina guard PJ Dozier and forward Chris Silva celebrate on the bench during the second half of their first-round victory against Marquette at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C.
South Carolina guard PJ Dozier and forward Chris Silva celebrate on the bench during the second half of their first-round victory against Marquette at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C.
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South Carolina's PJ Dozier dunks against Marquette during the first round of the NCAA tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C.
South Carolina's PJ Dozier dunks against Marquette during the first round of the NCAA tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C.
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Michigan State guard Miles Bridges goes up for a shot ahead of Miami's Kamari Murphy during the first half of their first-round game at BOK Center in Tulsa.
Michigan State guard Miles Bridges goes up for a shot ahead of Miami's Kamari Murphy during the first half of their first-round game at BOK Center in Tulsa.
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Miami guard Ja'Quan Newton is defended by Michigan State guard Alvin Ellis III as he drives to the basket during the second half of their first-round NCAA tournament game at BOK Center in Tulsa.
Miami guard Ja'Quan Newton is defended by Michigan State guard Alvin Ellis III as he drives to the basket during the second half of their first-round NCAA tournament game at BOK Center in Tulsa.
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Kent State's Jimmy Hall  has his shot blocked by UCLA guard Isaac Hamilton during their first-round NCAA tournament game.
Kent State's Jimmy Hall has his shot blocked by UCLA guard Isaac Hamilton during their first-round NCAA tournament game.
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Kansas Jayhawks guard Frank Mason III (0) celebrates with his teammates after the game against the UC Davis Aggies in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
Kansas Jayhawks guard Frank Mason III (0) celebrates with his teammates after the game against the UC Davis Aggies in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
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Kansas Jayhawks guard Frank Mason III (0) and UC Davis Aggies guard Siler Schneider (5) battle for a loose ball during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
Kansas Jayhawks guard Frank Mason III (0) and UC Davis Aggies guard Siler Schneider (5) battle for a loose ball during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
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Wichita State Shockers forward Markis McDuffie (32) reaches back for the ball against Dayton Flyers guard Scoochie Smith (11) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Wichita State Shockers forward Markis McDuffie (32) reaches back for the ball against Dayton Flyers guard Scoochie Smith (11) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
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American actor Rob Lowe attends the game between the Kansas Jayhawks and the UC Davis Aggies during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
American actor Rob Lowe attends the game between the Kansas Jayhawks and the UC Davis Aggies during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
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Duke Blue Devils guard Luke Kennard (5) goes fora  rebound against Troy Trojans forward Joshua Boykin (15) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
Duke Blue Devils guard Luke Kennard (5) goes fora rebound against Troy Trojans forward Joshua Boykin (15) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
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UC Davis Aggies guard Darius Graham (2) hugs guard Arell Hennings (4) after the game against the Kansas Jayhawks  in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
UC Davis Aggies guard Darius Graham (2) hugs guard Arell Hennings (4) after the game against the Kansas Jayhawks in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
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Dayton Flyers forward Kendall Pollard (25) dunks against the Wichita State Shockers during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Dayton Flyers forward Kendall Pollard (25) dunks against the Wichita State Shockers during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
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Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots the ball against Troy Trojans forward Alex Hicks (30) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots the ball against Troy Trojans forward Alex Hicks (30) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
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USC Trojans guard Jonah Mathews (2) and guard Jordan McLaughlin (11) celebrate their win at the end of the game against the Southern Methodist Mustangs in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
USC Trojans guard Jonah Mathews (2) and guard Jordan McLaughlin (11) celebrate their win at the end of the game against the Southern Methodist Mustangs in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
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North Carolina Tar Heels forward Kennedy Meeks (3), guard Kenny Williams (24), forward Theo Pinson (1) and forward Justin Jackson (44) reacts after guard Kanler Coker (not pictured) scored during the second half against the Texas Southern Tigers in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
North Carolina Tar Heels forward Kennedy Meeks (3), guard Kenny Williams (24), forward Theo Pinson (1) and forward Justin Jackson (44) reacts after guard Kanler Coker (not pictured) scored during the second half against the Texas Southern Tigers in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
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Workers sand the court after the game between the Marquette Golden Eagles and the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
Workers sand the court after the game between the Marquette Golden Eagles and the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
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North Carolina Tar Heels forward Tony Bradley (5) dunks the ball against Texas Southern Tigers center Marvin Jones (24) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
North Carolina Tar Heels forward Tony Bradley (5) dunks the ball against Texas Southern Tigers center Marvin Jones (24) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
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Rhode Island Rams guard Jared Terrell (32) celebrates after defeating the Creighton Bluejays in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center.
Rhode Island Rams guard Jared Terrell (32) celebrates after defeating the Creighton Bluejays in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center.
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UC Davis Aggies guard Siler Schneider (5) attempts a shot as Kansas Jayhawks guard Lagerald Vick (2) defends during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
UC Davis Aggies guard Siler Schneider (5) attempts a shot as Kansas Jayhawks guard Lagerald Vick (2) defends during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
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Dayton Flyers forward Kendall Pollard (25) looks for the ball between Wichita State Shockers center Shaquille Morris (24) and guard Landry Shamet (11) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Dayton Flyers forward Kendall Pollard (25) looks for the ball between Wichita State Shockers center Shaquille Morris (24) and guard Landry Shamet (11) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
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Kansas Jayhawks guard Frank Mason III (0) defends UC Davis Aggies guard Darius Graham (2) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
Kansas Jayhawks guard Frank Mason III (0) defends UC Davis Aggies guard Darius Graham (2) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
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Rhode Island Rams forward Hassan Martin (12) falls to the court as Creighton Bluejays center Zach Hanson (40) dribbles the ball in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center.
Rhode Island Rams forward Hassan Martin (12) falls to the court as Creighton Bluejays center Zach Hanson (40) dribbles the ball in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center.
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USC Trojans guard Elijah Stewart (30) hits the game-winning shot as Southern Methodist Mustangs guard Jarrey Foster (10) defends at the end of the game in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center. USC defeated SMU 66-65.
USC Trojans guard Elijah Stewart (30) hits the game-winning shot as Southern Methodist Mustangs guard Jarrey Foster (10) defends at the end of the game in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center. USC defeated SMU 66-65.
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Louisville Cardinals guard Donovan Mitchell (45) and forward Deng Adel (22) celebrate against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Louisville Cardinals guard Donovan Mitchell (45) and forward Deng Adel (22) celebrate against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
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North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seventh Woods (21) blocks the shot go Texas Southern Tigers guard Demontrae Jefferson (3) during the first half  in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seventh Woods (21) blocks the shot go Texas Southern Tigers guard Demontrae Jefferson (3) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
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Oregon Ducks guard Dylan Ennis (31) celebrates with Ducks forward Dillon Brooks (24) during the first half against the Iona Gaels in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center.
Oregon Ducks guard Dylan Ennis (31) celebrates with Ducks forward Dillon Brooks (24) during the first half against the Iona Gaels in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center.
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Seton Hall Pirates forward Angel Delgado (31) and Arkansas Razorbacks guard Dusty Hannahs (3) go for a loose ball during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
Seton Hall Pirates forward Angel Delgado (31) and Arkansas Razorbacks guard Dusty Hannahs (3) go for a loose ball during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
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Baylor Bears guard Manu Lecomte (20) passes around New Mexico State Aggies guard Jermaine Haley (1) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
Baylor Bears guard Manu Lecomte (20) passes around New Mexico State Aggies guard Jermaine Haley (1) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
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Baylor Bears forward Johnathan Motley (5) is blocked by New Mexico State Aggies forward Johnathon Wilkins (11) and forward Eli Chuha (22) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
Baylor Bears forward Johnathan Motley (5) is blocked by New Mexico State Aggies forward Johnathon Wilkins (11) and forward Eli Chuha (22) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Derrick Walton Jr. (10) and forward D.J. Wilson (5) celebrate against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Michigan Wolverines guard Derrick Walton Jr. (10) and forward D.J. Wilson (5) celebrate against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
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Michigan Wolverines forward D.J. Wilson (5) goes after a rebound against Oklahoma State Cowboys guard Brandon Averette (0) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Michigan Wolverines forward D.J. Wilson (5) goes after a rebound against Oklahoma State Cowboys guard Brandon Averette (0) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Derrick Walton Jr. (10) passes the ball around Oklahoma State Cowboys forward Mitchell Solomon (41) and forward Cameron McGriff (12) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Michigan Wolverines guard Derrick Walton Jr. (10) passes the ball around Oklahoma State Cowboys forward Mitchell Solomon (41) and forward Cameron McGriff (12) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
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Arizona center Chance Comanche (21) scores a basket against North Dakota during the first half.
Arizona center Chance Comanche (21) scores a basket against North Dakota during the first half.
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Arizona guard Kadeem Allen (5) blocks a shot by North Dakota guard Quinton Hooker (21) during the first half.
Arizona guard Kadeem Allen (5) blocks a shot by North Dakota guard Quinton Hooker (21) during the first half.
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North Dakota center Carson Shanks (5) dunks against Arizona during the second half.
North Dakota center Carson Shanks (5) dunks against Arizona during the second half.
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Arizona center Chance Comanche (21) falls as he plays for the ball against North Dakota center Carson Shanks (5) and guard Geno Crandall (0) during the second half.
Arizona center Chance Comanche (21) falls as he plays for the ball against North Dakota center Carson Shanks (5) and guard Geno Crandall (0) during the second half.
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North Dakota forward Drick Bernstine (43) moves to the basket against Arizona during the second half.
North Dakota forward Drick Bernstine (43) moves to the basket against Arizona during the second half.
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Arizona forward Lauri Markkanen (10) dunks against North Dakota.
Arizona forward Lauri Markkanen (10) dunks against North Dakota.
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Arizona guard Rawle Alkins (1) grabs a rebound against North Dakota.
Arizona guard Rawle Alkins (1) grabs a rebound against North Dakota.
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Florida Gulf Coast guard Zach Johnson (5) loses control of the ball against Florida State guard Terance Mann (right) and center Christ Koumadje (left) during the second half.
Florida Gulf Coast guard Zach Johnson (5) loses control of the ball against Florida State guard Terance Mann (right) and center Christ Koumadje (left) during the second half.
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Florida State guard Xavier Rathan-Mayes (22) runs out of bounds after the ball during the second half against Florida Gulf Coast.
Florida State guard Xavier Rathan-Mayes (22) runs out of bounds after the ball during the second half against Florida Gulf Coast.
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Florida State guard CJ Walker (2) is tied up by Florida Gulf Coast players during the second half.
Florida State guard CJ Walker (2) is tied up by Florida Gulf Coast players during the second half.
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Wisconsin guard Khalil Iverson (21) and Virginia Tech guard Seth Allen (4) chase a loose ball in the first half.
Wisconsin guard Khalil Iverson (21) and Virginia Tech guard Seth Allen (4) chase a loose ball in the first half.
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Virginia Tech guard Seth Allen (4) passes the ball against Wisconsin forward Vitto Brown (30) and guard Jordan Hill (right) in the second half.
Virginia Tech guard Seth Allen (4) passes the ball against Wisconsin forward Vitto Brown (30) and guard Jordan Hill (right) in the second half.
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Wisconsin forward Ethan Happ (22) drives to the basket against Virginia Tech forward Zach LeDay (32) in the second half.
Wisconsin forward Ethan Happ (22) drives to the basket against Virginia Tech forward Zach LeDay (32) in the second half.
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Florida Gulf Coast guard Rayjon Tucker (3) dunks against Florida State.
Florida Gulf Coast guard Rayjon Tucker (3) dunks against Florida State.
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Florida State guard PJ Savoy (5) drives to the basket against Florida Gulf Coast guard Rayjon Tucker (3) during the first half.
Florida State guard PJ Savoy (5) drives to the basket against Florida Gulf Coast guard Rayjon Tucker (3) during the first half.
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Florida State forward Jonathan Isaac (1) and Florida Gulf Coast forward Demetris Morant (21) collide during the first half.
Florida State forward Jonathan Isaac (1) and Florida Gulf Coast forward Demetris Morant (21) collide during the first half.
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Florida State forward Jonathan Isaac (1) dunks against Florida Gulf Coast forward Marc-Eddy Norelia (25) during the first half.
Florida State forward Jonathan Isaac (1) dunks against Florida Gulf Coast forward Marc-Eddy Norelia (25) during the first half.
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Florida Gulf Coast guard Zach Johnson (5) drives to the basket against Florida State center Michael Ojo (50) during the second half.
Florida Gulf Coast guard Zach Johnson (5) drives to the basket against Florida State center Michael Ojo (50) during the second half.
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Florida State guard Terance Mann (14) dunks against Florida Gulf Coast during the second half.
Florida State guard Terance Mann (14) dunks against Florida Gulf Coast during the second half.
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Nevada guard D.J. Fenner (15) defends the shot of Iowa State forward Solomon Young (33) during the first half.
Nevada guard D.J. Fenner (15) defends the shot of Iowa State forward Solomon Young (33) during the first half.
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Iowa State guard Deonte Burton (30) is defended by Nevada guard Jordan Caroline (24) during the first half.
Iowa State guard Deonte Burton (30) is defended by Nevada guard Jordan Caroline (24) during the first half.
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Iowa State guard Matt Thomas (21) looks to drive to the basket during the first half against Nevada.
Iowa State guard Matt Thomas (21) looks to drive to the basket during the first half against Nevada.
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Iowa State guard Deonte Burton (30) blocks the shot of Nevada guard Jordan Caroline (24) during the first half.
Iowa State guard Deonte Burton (30) blocks the shot of Nevada guard Jordan Caroline (24) during the first half.
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Virginia Tech forward Zach LeDay (32) shoots over Wisconsin guard Bronson Koenig (24) in the first half.
Virginia Tech forward Zach LeDay (32) shoots over Wisconsin guard Bronson Koenig (24) in the first half.
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Wisconsin guard Khalil Iverson (21) dunks against Virginia Tech forward Zach LeDay (32) in the first half.
Wisconsin guard Khalil Iverson (21) dunks against Virginia Tech forward Zach LeDay (32) in the first half.
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Saint Mary's guard Joe Rahon (25) celebrates in front of Virginia Commonwealth guard JeQuan Lewis (1) after scoring a basket during the second half.
Saint Mary's guard Joe Rahon (25) celebrates in front of Virginia Commonwealth guard JeQuan Lewis (1) after scoring a basket during the second half.
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Saint Mary's center Jock Landale (34) and forward Dane Pineau (22) defend against Virginia Commonwealth guard JeQuan Lewis (1) during the second half.
Saint Mary's center Jock Landale (34) and forward Dane Pineau (22) defend against Virginia Commonwealth guard JeQuan Lewis (1) during the second half.
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Saint Mary's forward Calvin Hermanson (24) scores a basket against Virginia Commonwealth forward Mo Alie-Cox (12) during the second half.
Saint Mary's forward Calvin Hermanson (24) scores a basket against Virginia Commonwealth forward Mo Alie-Cox (12) during the second half.
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Saint Mary's Gaels center Jock Landale (34) dunks against Virginia Commonwealth.
Saint Mary's Gaels center Jock Landale (34) dunks against Virginia Commonwealth.
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Virginia Commonwealth guard Jordan Burgess (20) collides with Saint Mary's center Jock Landale (34) during the second half.
Virginia Commonwealth guard Jordan Burgess (20) collides with Saint Mary's center Jock Landale (34) during the second half.
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Virginia Commonwealth guard Samir Doughty (2) shoots against Saint Mary's during the first half.
Virginia Commonwealth guard Samir Doughty (2) shoots against Saint Mary's during the first half.
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Vermont forward Anthony Lamb (3) and Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (50) scramble for possession of the ball during the first half.
Vermont forward Anthony Lamb (3) and Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (50) scramble for possession of the ball during the first half.
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Vermont guard Dre Wills (24) is defended by Purdue guard Carsen Edwards (3) and forward Caleb Swanigan (50).
Vermont guard Dre Wills (24) is defended by Purdue guard Carsen Edwards (3) and forward Caleb Swanigan (50).
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Purdue center Isaac Haas (44) attempts a shot around Vermont forward Darren Payen (12) during the second half.
Purdue center Isaac Haas (44) attempts a shot around Vermont forward Darren Payen (12) during the second half.
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Vermont guards Trae Bell-Haynes (2) and Dre Wills (24) and Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (bottom) fight for possession of the ball during the second half.
Vermont guards Trae Bell-Haynes (2) and Dre Wills (24) and Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (bottom) fight for possession of the ball during the second half.
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Purdue guard Carsen Edwards (3) drives around Vermont forward Anthony Lamb (3) during the second half.
Purdue guard Carsen Edwards (3) drives around Vermont forward Anthony Lamb (3) during the second half.
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Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (50) blocks the shot of Vermont guard Trae Bell-Haynes (2) during the second half.
Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (50) blocks the shot of Vermont guard Trae Bell-Haynes (2) during the second half.
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Villanova forward Eric Paschall (4) dunks over Mount St. Mary's center Mawdo Sallah (1) in the first half.
Villanova forward Eric Paschall (4) dunks over Mount St. Mary's center Mawdo Sallah (1) in the first half.
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Maryland guard Kevin Huerter (4) shoots against Xavier guard Trevon Bluiett (5) and forward Sean O'Mara (54) during the second half.
Maryland guard Kevin Huerter (4) shoots against Xavier guard Trevon Bluiett (5) and forward Sean O'Mara (54) during the second half.
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Xavier forward Kaiser Gates (22) reacts after making a three-point shot against Maryland.
Xavier forward Kaiser Gates (22) reacts after making a three-point shot against Maryland.
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Mount St. Mary's guard Junior Robinson (0) drives the ball between Villanova forward Kris Jenkins (2) and guard Jalen Brunson (right) in the second half.
Mount St. Mary's guard Junior Robinson (0) drives the ball between Villanova forward Kris Jenkins (2) and guard Jalen Brunson (right) in the second half.
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Maryland guard Melo Trimble (2) shoots against Xavier guard Quentin Goodin (3) during the second half.
Maryland guard Melo Trimble (2) shoots against Xavier guard Quentin Goodin (3) during the second half.
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Xavier forward Kaiser Gates (22) dunks against Maryland guard Kevin Huerter (4) during the second half.
Xavier forward Kaiser Gates (22) dunks against Maryland guard Kevin Huerter (4) during the second half.
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Xavier guard Trevon Bluiett (5) celebrates with guard Malcolm Bernard (11) after defeating Maryland.
Xavier guard Trevon Bluiett (5) celebrates with guard Malcolm Bernard (11) after defeating Maryland.
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Mount St. Mary's guard Miles Wilson (10) shoots a layup around the defense of Villanova guard Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half.
Mount St. Mary's guard Miles Wilson (10) shoots a layup around the defense of Villanova guard Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half.
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Saint Mary's guard Emmett Naar (3) passes against Virginia Commonwealth forward Mo Alie-Cox (12) and guard Jonathan Williams (10) during the first half.
Saint Mary's guard Emmett Naar (3) passes against Virginia Commonwealth forward Mo Alie-Cox (12) and guard Jonathan Williams (10) during the first half.
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Saint Mary's center Jock Landale (34) passes the ball against Virginia Commonwealth during the first half.
Saint Mary's center Jock Landale (34) passes the ball against Virginia Commonwealth during the first half.
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Virginia Commonwealth guard JeQuan Lewis (1) moves to the basket against Saint Mary's guard Joe Rahon (25) during the first half.
Virginia Commonwealth guard JeQuan Lewis (1) moves to the basket against Saint Mary's guard Joe Rahon (25) during the first half.
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Virginia Commonwealth forward Mo Alie-Cox (12) moves to the basket against Saint Mary's center Jock Landale (34) during the first half.
Virginia Commonwealth forward Mo Alie-Cox (12) moves to the basket against Saint Mary's center Jock Landale (34) during the first half.
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Saint Mary's guard Tanner Krebs (00) dunks against Virginia Commonwealth during the first half.
Saint Mary's guard Tanner Krebs (00) dunks against Virginia Commonwealth during the first half.
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Vermont forward Anthony Lamb (3) drives to the basket during the first half against Purdue.
Vermont forward Anthony Lamb (3) drives to the basket during the first half against Purdue.
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Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (50) and Vermont guard Trae Bell-Haynes (2) fight for possession of the ball during the first half.
Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (50) and Vermont guard Trae Bell-Haynes (2) fight for possession of the ball during the first half.
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Vermont forward Payton Henson (35) reacts during the first half against Purdue.
Vermont forward Payton Henson (35) reacts during the first half against Purdue.
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Purdue guard Carsen Edwards (3) is guarded by Vermont guard Ernie Duncan (20) during first half.
Purdue guard Carsen Edwards (3) is guarded by Vermont guard Ernie Duncan (20) during first half.
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Vermont guard Dre Wills (24) drives to the basket while defended by Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (50) during the first half.
Vermont guard Dre Wills (24) drives to the basket while defended by Purdue forward Caleb Swanigan (50) during the first half.
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Vermont guard Trae Bell-Haynes (2) drives to the basket during the first half against Purdue.
Vermont guard Trae Bell-Haynes (2) drives to the basket during the first half against Purdue.
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Mount St. Mary's guard Greg Alexander (23) blocks a shot by Villanova guard Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half.
Mount St. Mary's guard Greg Alexander (23) blocks a shot by Villanova guard Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half.
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Mount St. Mary's center Mawdo Sallah (1) blocks a shot by Villanova guard Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half.
Mount St. Mary's center Mawdo Sallah (1) blocks a shot by Villanova guard Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half.
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Mount St. Mary's guard Elijah Long (55) drives around Villanova guard Josh Hart (3) in the first half.
Mount St. Mary's guard Elijah Long (55) drives around Villanova guard Josh Hart (3) in the first half.
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Mount St. Mary's guard Elijah Long (55) drives between Villanova forward Kris Jenkins (2) and guard Josh Hart (3) in the first half.
Mount St. Mary's guard Elijah Long (55) drives between Villanova forward Kris Jenkins (2) and guard Josh Hart (3) in the first half.
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Villanova guard Jalen Brunson (1) drives against Mount St. Mary's guard Elijah Long (55) in the first half.
Villanova guard Jalen Brunson (1) drives against Mount St. Mary's guard Elijah Long (55) in the first half.
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Xavier forward Sean O'Mara (54) dunks against Maryland forward Damonte Dodd (35) during the first half.
Xavier forward Sean O'Mara (54) dunks against Maryland forward Damonte Dodd (35) during the first half.
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Xavier forward Tyrique Jones (0) blocks the shot of Maryland guard Anthony Cowan (0) during the first half.
Xavier forward Tyrique Jones (0) blocks the shot of Maryland guard Anthony Cowan (0) during the first half.
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Xavier guard Quentin Goodin (3) shoots against Maryland forward Ivan Bender (13) during the first half.
Xavier guard Quentin Goodin (3) shoots against Maryland forward Ivan Bender (13) during the first half.
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Maryland forward Damonte Dodd (35) blocks the shot of Xavier guard Trevon Bluiett (5) during the first half.
Maryland forward Damonte Dodd (35) blocks the shot of Xavier guard Trevon Bluiett (5) during the first half.
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Maryland guard Kevin Huerter (4) shoots against Xavier forward Sean O'Mara (54) during the first half.
Maryland guard Kevin Huerter (4) shoots against Xavier forward Sean O'Mara (54) during the first half.
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The Maryland Terrapins warm up for their game against the Xavier Musketeers in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
The Maryland Terrapins warm up for their game against the Xavier Musketeers in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Northwestern Wildcats celebrate the 68-66 victory against the Vanderbilt Commodores following the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Northwestern Wildcats celebrate the 68-66 victory against the Vanderbilt Commodores following the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
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Northwestern Wildcats guard Scottie Lindsey (20) reacts after forward Gavin Skelly (44) scores a basket and draws the foul against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the second half in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Northwestern Wildcats guard Scottie Lindsey (20) reacts after forward Gavin Skelly (44) scores a basket and draws the foul against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the second half in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
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Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders forward Reggie Upshaw (30) and forward JaCorey Williams (22) celebrate after a shot against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the second half of the game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders forward Reggie Upshaw (30) and forward JaCorey Williams (22) celebrate after a shot against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the second half of the game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
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Northwestern Wildcats bench reacts while watching game action against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the second half of the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Northwestern Wildcats bench reacts while watching game action against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the second half of the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
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Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Amir Coffey (5) passes around defenders Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders guard Antwain Johnson (2),  forward Reggie Upshaw (30), and guard Tyrik Dixon (0) during the first half of the game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Amir Coffey (5) passes around defenders Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders guard Antwain Johnson (2), forward Reggie Upshaw (30), and guard Tyrik Dixon (0) during the first half of the game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
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Florida Gators forward Devin Robinson (1) dunks against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
Florida Gators forward Devin Robinson (1) dunks against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Florida Gators guard Chris Chiozza (11) reacts during the second half against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
Florida Gators guard Chris Chiozza (11) reacts during the second half against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Mar 16, 2017; Buffalo, NY, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers forward Sagaba Konate (50) blocks a shot by Bucknell Bison forward Zach Thomas (23) in the second half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
Mar 16, 2017; Buffalo, NY, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers forward Sagaba Konate (50) blocks a shot by Bucknell Bison forward Zach Thomas (23) in the second half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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Northwestern Wildcats guard Bryant McIntosh (30) shoots against Vanderbilt Commodores forward Luke Kornet (3) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Northwestern Wildcats guard Bryant McIntosh (30) shoots against Vanderbilt Commodores forward Luke Kornet (3) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
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Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders forward JaCorey Williams (22) is defended by Minnesota Golden Gophers center Reggie Lynch (22) during the first half of the game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders forward JaCorey Williams (22) is defended by Minnesota Golden Gophers center Reggie Lynch (22) during the first half of the game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
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East Tennessee State Buccaneers guard T.J. Cromer (0) drives against Florida Gators guard Chris Chiozza (11) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
East Tennessee State Buccaneers guard T.J. Cromer (0) drives against Florida Gators guard Chris Chiozza (11) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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South Dakota State Jackrabbits forward Mike Daum (24) passes against Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Josh Perkins (13) during the second half of the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
South Dakota State Jackrabbits forward Mike Daum (24) passes against Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Josh Perkins (13) during the second half of the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
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Florida Gators forward Devin Robinson (1) dunks against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
Florida Gators forward Devin Robinson (1) dunks against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Florida Gators guard Canyon Barry (24) is fouled by East Tennessee State Buccaneers guard T.J. Cromer (0) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-357284 ORIG FILE ID:  20170316_ajw_ba2_159.jpg
Florida Gators guard Canyon Barry (24) is fouled by East Tennessee State Buccaneers guard T.J. Cromer (0) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-357284 ORIG FILE ID: 20170316_ajw_ba2_159.jpg
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Bucknell Bison center Nana Foulland (left) and guard Stephen Brown (right) scramble for a loose ball with West Virginia Mountaineers guard Jevon Carter (2)  in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
Bucknell Bison center Nana Foulland (left) and guard Stephen Brown (right) scramble for a loose ball with West Virginia Mountaineers guard Jevon Carter (2) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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Florida Gators forward Kevarrius Hayes (13) shoots against East Tennessee State Buccaneers forward Hanner Mosquera-Perea (12) and forward Tevin Glass (40) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
Florida Gators forward Kevarrius Hayes (13) shoots against East Tennessee State Buccaneers forward Hanner Mosquera-Perea (12) and forward Tevin Glass (40) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Bucknell Bison guard Avi Toomer (11) shoots a layup against the West Virginia Mountaineers in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
Bucknell Bison guard Avi Toomer (11) shoots a layup against the West Virginia Mountaineers in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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West Virginia Mountaineers forward Nathan Adrian (11) and forward Elijah Macon (45) huddle in the first half against the Bucknell Bisonb during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
West Virginia Mountaineers forward Nathan Adrian (11) and forward Elijah Macon (45) huddle in the first half against the Bucknell Bisonb during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Jordan Mathews (4) shoots against South Dakota State Jackrabbits guard Lane Severyn (25) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Jordan Mathews (4) shoots against South Dakota State Jackrabbits guard Lane Severyn (25) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
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West Virginia Mountaineers guard Jevon Carter (2) pressures Bucknell Bison guard Stephen Brown (bottom) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
West Virginia Mountaineers guard Jevon Carter (2) pressures Bucknell Bison guard Stephen Brown (bottom) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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South Dakota State Jackrabbits guard Michael Orris (50) passes the ball against the defense of Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Zach Collins (32) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
South Dakota State Jackrabbits guard Michael Orris (50) passes the ball against the defense of Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Zach Collins (32) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
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Winthrop Eagles guard Keon Johnson (5) is defended by Butler Bulldogs forward Tyler Wideman (4) and guard Avery Woodson (0) during the first half of the game at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
Winthrop Eagles guard Keon Johnson (5) is defended by Butler Bulldogs forward Tyler Wideman (4) and guard Avery Woodson (0) during the first half of the game at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
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Virginia Cavaliers guard London Perrantes (32) shoots against North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks guard Ambrose Mosley (0) during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
Virginia Cavaliers guard London Perrantes (32) shoots against North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks guard Ambrose Mosley (0) during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Gonzaga Bulldogs center Przemek Karnowski (24) moves to the basket against South Dakota State Jackrabbits guard Skyler Flatten (1) during the first half of the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Gonzaga Bulldogs center Przemek Karnowski (24) moves to the basket against South Dakota State Jackrabbits guard Skyler Flatten (1) during the first half of the first round of the NCAA tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
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Butler Bulldogs forward Kelan Martin (30) and Winthrop Eagles guard Xavier Cooks (12) fight for possession of the ball during the first half of the game at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
Butler Bulldogs forward Kelan Martin (30) and Winthrop Eagles guard Xavier Cooks (12) fight for possession of the ball during the first half of the game at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
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Winthrop Eagles guard Anders Broman (10) is defended by Butler Bulldogs guard Avery Woodson (0) during the first half of the game at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
Winthrop Eagles guard Anders Broman (10) is defended by Butler Bulldogs guard Avery Woodson (0) during the first half of the game at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
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North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks guard Chris Flemmings (1) and Virginia Cavaliers guard Kyle Guy (5) go after a loose ball during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks guard Chris Flemmings (1) and Virginia Cavaliers guard Kyle Guy (5) go after a loose ball during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Rex Pflueger (0) shoots between Princeton Tigers guard Devin Cannady (3) and forward Pete Miller (31) in the second half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Rex Pflueger (0) shoots between Princeton Tigers guard Devin Cannady (3) and forward Pete Miller (31) in the second half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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Virginia Cavaliers guard Darius Thompson (51) drives to the basket against the North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
Virginia Cavaliers guard Darius Thompson (51) drives to the basket against the North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Bennett talks to his team during the first half against the North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Bennett talks to his team during the first half against the North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Virginia Cavaliers guard Darius Thompson (51) shoots against North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks forward Devontae Cacok (15) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
Virginia Cavaliers guard Darius Thompson (51) shoots against North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks forward Devontae Cacok (15) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks guard Chris Flemmings (1) shoots against Virginia Cavaliers guard Darius Thompson (51) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks guard Chris Flemmings (1) shoots against Virginia Cavaliers guard Darius Thompson (51) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Princeton Tigers forward Spencer Weisz (10) calls a play as he brings the ball up court against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
Princeton Tigers forward Spencer Weisz (10) calls a play as he brings the ball up court against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Bennett reacts during the first half against the North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Bennett reacts during the first half against the North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Amway Center.
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Princeton Tigers forward Steven Cook (25) drives against Notre Dame Fighting Irish forward V.J. Beachem (3) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
Princeton Tigers forward Steven Cook (25) drives against Notre Dame Fighting Irish forward V.J. Beachem (3) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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Princeton Tigers guard Devin Cannady (3) drives to the basket against Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Temple Gibbs (2) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
Princeton Tigers guard Devin Cannady (3) drives to the basket against Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Temple Gibbs (2) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Matt Farrell (5) passes the ball against Princeton Tigers guard Devin Cannady (3) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Matt Farrell (5) passes the ball against Princeton Tigers guard Devin Cannady (3) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
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