High Point’s upset of Wisconsin ends the hope of a perfect March Madness bracket for millions
No. 12 seed High Point defeated fifth-seeded Wisconsin 83-82 in the first round of the NCAA tournament on Thursday. The game-winning basket came from Chase Johnston with 11.7 seconds remaining - notably his first 2-point field goal of the entire season. The upset ended the possibility of perfect brackets for millions of March Madness fans.
High Point's victory represents everything fans love about March Madness - the impossible becoming possible when it matters most. Chase Johnston's game-winner, coming as his first 2-point basket all season, epitomizes the tournament's magic where any player can become a hero.
Wisconsin was a popular pick among bracket predictors, and their early exit eliminated any chance of perfect brackets remaining. The loss highlights how even seemingly safe fifth seed picks can crumble under tournament pressure.
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High Point’s upset of Wisconsin ends the hope of a perfect March Madness bracket for millions
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