Alabama made history in the NCAA Tournament East Region semifinal as they broke the 35-year-old March Madness record for 3-pointers with 25 in their 113-88 victory over BYU. Mark Sears led the charge with 30 of his 34 points coming from beyond the arc, setting a new record. The Crimson Tide’s relentless long-range shooting propelled them to their second consecutive Elite Eight appearance, a first in program history.
With Sears hitting a record-breaking 22nd 3-pointer late in the game, Alabama set themselves up for a matchup against top-seeded Duke for a chance at the Final Four. Sears’ performance of 10 3-pointers in the game fell just short of the NCAA Tournament record of 11 set by Jeff Fryer in 1990.
BYU, led by Richie Saunders’ 25 points, struggled to keep up with Alabama’s sharpshooting and failed to make any significant impact beyond the arc. Despite their efforts to close the gap, Alabama continued to rain down 3-pointers, leaving the Cougars behind.
Alabama’s dominance from the 3-point line, along with a solid shooting percentage from the floor and free-throw line, showcased their strength and determination to advance in the tournament. As they prepare to face Duke in their next matchup, the Crimson Tide will look to capitalize on their exceptional shooting and make a push towards their second Final Four appearance in program history.
With a historic performance that shattered records and left fans in awe, Alabama’s victory over BYU solidified their status as a force to be reckoned with in the NCAA Tournament.
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