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Texas Longhorns dominate Missouri State in NCAA Tournament Opener
Texas Longhorns, the tournament's top seed, initiated their NCAA Tournament journey with an 87-45 victory over Missouri State. Jordan Lee scored 19 points, contributing to Texas' dominant first half, as they aim for a return to the Final Four.
In Austin, Texas, the No. 1-seed Texas Longhorns commenced the women's NCAA Tournament with an 87-45 victory against Missouri State. The Longhorns established a 32-point lead by halftime. All-American Madison Booker posted 14 points and 12 rebounds for Texas. The Longhorns, marking their third consecutive year as a top seed, advanced to the Final Four last season, a feat they hadn't achieved since 2003. They have not secured a national championship since 1986. Texas advances to face No. 9 Virginia Tech in the second round on Sunday.
Key Facts
- Texas defeated Missouri State 87-45 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
- Jordan Lee led Texas with 19 points.
- Madison Booker had 14 points and 12 rebounds for the Longhorns.
- Texas held a 32-point lead by halftime.
- Texas is the tournament's number one seed for the third year in a row.
- The Longhorns advanced to the Final Four last season.
- Texas will play No. 9 Virginia Tech in the second round.
- The Longhorns have not won a national championship since 1986.
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- Jefferson City News Tribune — Texas women's basketball rolls past Missouri State in NCAA Tournament | Jefferson City News-Tribune