Wed Nov 27 21:50:00 UTC 2024: **West Virginia Upsets No. 3 Gonzaga in Maui Invitational; Auburn and Memphis to Clash in Championship**
LAHAINA, HI – In a stunning upset, West Virginia defeated No. 3 Gonzaga in overtime at the Maui Invitational men’s college basketball tournament. The tournament, held at the Lahaina Civic Center from November 25th-27th, featured eight teams battling for the title. While the specific score of the West Virginia-Gonzaga game isn’t detailed in the provided text, the upset is highlighted as a key event.
The opening day saw several exciting matchups, including an overtime thriller between Memphis and UConn (won by Memphis 99-97) and Auburn’s victory over Iowa State (83-81). After a series of elimination games, Auburn and Memphis advanced to the championship game, scheduled for 5 p.m. ET on ESPN. Other notable placement games saw North Carolina playing Michigan State for third place and Iowa State facing Colorado for fifth.
The Maui Invitational, known for its competitive field, boasts a rich history. Duke holds the record for most titles with five, but their undefeated streak ended in 2018 against Gonzaga. Division II Chaminade, a frequent participant, continues to be a part of the tournament, although they have not achieved a recent upset win.
The tournament concluded with Auburn and Memphis vying for the championship title. Further details on the final results were not included in the provided source.
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