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Cinderella Texas Faces Purdue in March Madness Sweet 16
27 Mar
Summary
- No. 11 Texas upset No. 3 Gonzaga to reach the Sweet 16.
- Purdue is a 6.5-point favorite over Texas in the upcoming game.
- Texas has significantly improved its defense during March Madness.
No. 11 Texas, the lowest-ranked team remaining in March Madness 2026, is set to clash with No. 2 Purdue in a highly anticipated Sweet 16 game. The Longhorns have continued their Cinderella run by defeating No. 3 Gonzaga in the round of 32, a victory fueled by strong defensive play.
Purdue, a No. 2 seed, advanced to the Sweet 16 by defeating No. 7 Miami. The Boilermakers possess the nation's top offense and a highly experienced starting lineup, making them 6.5-point favorites against Texas. This game is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET on CBS.
Texas's journey has been marked by a dramatic defensive improvement. While struggling defensively late in the regular season, they have significantly limited opponents' scoring and shooting percentages throughout the tournament. This stark contrast in defensive performance will be put to the test against Purdue's potent offense.
