Tramon Mark’s game-winning jumper with 1.1 seconds left propelled the Texas Longhorns to a dramatic 68-66 victory over NC State in the First Four of the 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Despite leading 62-53 late in the game, Texas nearly faltered as NC State rallied with a series of three-pointers. The Longhorns will face BYU in the next round, continuing their tournament journey after a tense opening matchup.
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