In a dramatic turn of events during the NCAA tournament, No. 4 Texas edged out No. 2 South Carolina with a game-tying shot from Rori Harmon in the final seconds. The buzzer-beater by the freshman guard sent the Longhorns to the next round, while the Tar Heels’ hopes for a perfect season were dashed. The rivalry game, played in Austin, Texas, featured both teams showcasing their elite talent, but Texas’s clutch performance proved decisive.
Harmon, who was named the tournament’s top performer, scored 22 points in the game, with the final shot coming after a series of defensive stops and fast breaks. The victory solidified Texas’s position in the tournament bracket and set the stage for an exciting next round matchup. The game was closely contested throughout, with both teams trading leads multiple times before the final play. Analysts highlighted the importance of Harmon’s composure under pressure, emphasizing the role of young players in high-stakes college basketball.