Texas Longhorns Advance to Quarterfinals in Southeastern Conference Tournament
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Lake Highlands product Tre Johnson made the go-ahead 3-pointer with 2:08 left in the second overtime and the Texas Longhorns extended their first visit to the Southeastern Conference Tournament by beating old foe No. 14 Texas A&M 94-88 on Thursday to reach the quarterfinals.
Texas (19-14) came in as the SEC’s No. 13 seed with the Longhorns needing victories to play their way into the NCAA Tournament. They will face No. 4 seed and eighth-ranked Tennessee on Friday.
Johnson finished with 20 points. Tramon Mark had 15, Kadin Shedrick added 14 and Jordan Pope had 13 for Texas.
Mark’s short jumper hit off the rim just before the buzzer to force overtime and a thrilling finish.
The game was a nail-biter, with both teams giving it their all. The Longhorns were determined to win and make a statement in the tournament.
Game Highlights
Wade Taylor IV led the Aggies (22-10) with 29 points and was 17 for 18 at the free throw line, becoming the SEC’s career tournament scoring leader. Manny Obaseki had 17 before fouling out. Aderss Garcia added 13 and Henry Coleman III had 10 points and 13 rebounds.
The Aggies played a tough game, but in the end, the Longhorns came out on top. The win was a big one for Texas, and it showed that they are a force to be reckoned with in the tournament.
Takeaways
Texas: The Longhorns came to Nashville having lost four of their last five trying to stay on the tournament bubble and likely needing wins to save coach Rodney Terry’s job. This should help now they’ve won two of their last three.
Texas A&M: The Aggies are an SEC-best 7-3 over the past three SEC tourneys, reaching the 2022 and 2023 finals. They lost in the semifinals last year. Five Aggies have played nine or more SEC tournament games, led by Hayden Hefner in his fifth year.
Key Moment
Shedrick’s dunk with 4.6 seconds left in the first overtime forced another five minutes of play for Texas. This play was a turning point in the game and gave the Longhorns the momentum they needed to win.
Key Stat
Texas A&M missed seven of their last eight shots in the second overtime. This was a crucial part of the game, as the Aggies were unable to capitalize on their opportunities and the Longhorns took advantage.
Up Next
The Longhorns lost to Tennessee by four in January. The Aggies now wait for their NCAA Tournament slot. The Longhorns are looking to build on their momentum and make a deep run in the tournament.
The win was a big one for the Longhorns, and it showed that they are a team to be reckoned with. They will look to carry this momentum into their next game against Tennessee.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the Texas Longhorns had a big win over the Texas A&M Aggies in the Southeastern Conference Tournament. The game was a nail-biter, with the Longhorns coming out on top in double overtime. The win was a big one for the Longhorns, and it showed that they are a force to be reckoned with in the tournament.
The Longhorns will look to build on their momentum and make a deep run in the tournament. They have a tough game ahead of them against Tennessee, but they are confident in their abilities and are ready for the challenge.
FAQs
Q: Who won the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Texas A&M Aggies?
A: The Texas Longhorns won the game 94-88 in double overtime.
Q: What was the key moment in the game?
A: The key moment in the game was Shedrick’s dunk with 4.6 seconds left in the first overtime, which forced another five minutes of play for Texas.
Q: What is next for the Texas Longhorns?
A: The Longhorns will face No. 4 seed and eighth-ranked Tennessee on Friday in the quarterfinals of the Southeastern Conference Tournament.
Q: What is the current record of the Texas Longhorns?
A: The Texas Longhorns are currently 19-14 and are looking to build on their momentum and make a deep run in the tournament.
