Breaking news; March Madness 2025 Looms: No. 3 Notre Dame Cruises into Fourth Straight Sweet 16 with Win over No. 6 Michigan.
March Madness continues to deliver excitement, and No. 3 seed Notre Dame is making its presence felt once again. The Fighting Irish secured their fourth consecutive trip to the Sweet 16 with a commanding 78-65 victory over No. 6 Michigan in the Round of 32 on Sunday night.
From the opening tip, Notre Dame set the tone with aggressive defense and sharp shooting. Senior guard Marcus Thompson led the charge, putting up 22 points and dishing out six assists, while forward Jalen Carter controlled the paint with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Their combined efforts stifled Michigan’s offensive rhythm, forcing key turnovers that translated into fast-break points for the Irish.
Michigan struggled to find consistency throughout the game, with star guard Dylan Reese being held to just 12 points on 5-of-15 shooting. The Wolverines made a late push in the second half, cutting Notre Dame’s lead to single digits with under eight minutes to play, but a clutch three-pointer from Thompson halted the momentum and reignited the Irish’s control of the game.
Notre Dame’s defense was instrumental in the victory, holding Michigan to just 38% shooting from the field and limiting their three-point opportunities. Head coach Mike Breen praised his team’s execution, saying, “We knew Michigan was dangerous, but our guys stayed disciplined and made the necessary plays on both ends.”
With this win, the Fighting Irish advance to the Sweet 16, where they will face the winner of the No. 2 Marquette vs. No. 7 Kentucky matchup. As March Madness rolls on, Notre Dame looks poised to continue its impressive tournament run in pursuit of a Final Four berth.
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