Fri Mar 21 22:30:00 UTC 2025: ## March Madness Day 2: Upsets and Star Power Highlight Friday’s Action
**Seattle, WA –** The second day of the 2025 NCAA Tournament delivered a thrilling mix of expected victories and surprising upsets, keeping bracket-busters on their toes. Friday’s 16 games saw the highly anticipated March Madness debut of projected No. 1 NBA draft pick Cooper Flagg, who performed admirably despite a recent ankle injury, leading Duke to a dominant win over Mount St. Mary’s (93-49).
Several favored teams advanced, including No. 1 seed Florida, No. 2 seed Alabama, and No. 2 seed Michigan State, but the day wasn’t without its share of excitement. The No. 12 seed Colorado State Rams, a popular upset pick, lived up to expectations, defeating No. 5 seed Memphis (78-70) in a close contest. Other notable upsets included Ole Miss’s victory over North Carolina (71-64), leaving a mere 0.0044% of perfect brackets remaining. Saint Mary’s also had a narrow escape, edging out Vanderbilt (59-56).
The day’s action saw several standout performances. Kyan Evans led Colorado State with 23 points, while Sean Pedulla paced Ole Miss with 20 points, six rebounds, and five assists. Meanwhile, Duke’s Flagg contributed 14 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in his return from injury. Alabama’s Mark Sears also shone, leading his team to victory with 22 points and 10 assists. Baylor narrowly escaped against Mississippi State (75-72) in a nail-biting finish.
The tournament continues Saturday with more first-round matchups, promising even more drama and excitement as teams fight for a spot in the Sweet Sixteen. The ever-decreasing number of perfect brackets underscores the unpredictable nature of March Madness, making this year’s tournament a captivating spectacle for fans and bettors alike.
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