Dayton, OH – March Madness is all about unforgettable moments, and Alabama State delivered a jaw-dropping finish in their First Four matchup against Saint Francis. In a game that had fans on the edge of their seats, the Hornets secured a historic 70-68 victory with a stunning buzzer-beater.
From the opening tip, both teams played with the intensity expected in a win-or-go-home showdown. Saint Francis came out strong, building a nine-point lead in the first half, but Alabama State responded with a second-half surge to set up a dramatic ending.
With the score tied at 68 and just 3.4 seconds remaining, Alabama State inbounded the ball and launched a deep pass down the court. The ball was tipped before landing in the hands of Amarr Knox, who fought through traffic and banked in the game-winning layup as time expired.
The Alabama State bench erupted as players stormed the court in celebration, marking the program’s first-ever NCAA Tournament win. Knox led the team with 16 points, while TJ Madlock contributed 11 points and seven rebounds. Saint Francis’ Juan Cranford Jr. put up an impressive performance with 18 points and eight rebounds but fell just short in the end.
With the win, Alabama State advances to the Round of 64, where they will take on the top-seeded Auburn Tigers. After a finish like this, one thing is certain—March Madness has only just begun.
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