UConn, Illinois, Arizona, Michigan Set For 2026 Final Four Showdown
Key Takeaways
- UConn, Illinois, Arizona, and Michigan reach the Final Four.
- Final Four games scheduled for Indianapolis.
- Semifinals pair UConn vs Illinois and Arizona vs Michigan.
Final Four Teams
The 2026 Final Four features UConn, Illinois, Arizona, and Michigan.
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UConn stunned No. 1 Duke with a 35-foot buzzer-beater by Braylon Mullins.
Illinois is the only non-No. 1 seed left.
Arizona and Michigan are the two remaining No. 1 seeds.
UConn vs. Illinois
UConn hit just 5-of-23 from long range in the comeback win.
Illinois trailed at halftime but found their offense.
Keaton Wagler scored 25 points.
Freshman Andrej Stojakovic added 17.
Arizona vs. Michigan
Arizona ranked fifth in the country in paint points.
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Arizona led the nation in free throw attempts.
Arizona overcame a seven-point halftime deficit against Purdue.
Michigan routed Tennessee 95-62.
Legacy and Odds
Arizona is making its first Final Four in 25 years.
Arizona has one national championship from 1997.
UConn seeks to win three titles in four years.
The Wildcats opened as slight favorites at plus-165.
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