Fri Mar 28 04:40:00 UTC 2025: **Texas Tech Stages Epic Comeback to Defeat Arkansas in Sweet 16**
SAN FRANCISCO – In a thrilling Sweet 16 matchup at the 2025 NCAA Tournament, the Texas Tech Red Raiders overcame a 16-point deficit to defeat the Arkansas Razorbacks 85-83 in overtime. The victory marks the second-largest comeback in Sweet 16 history.
Darrion Williams led the Red Raiders’ charge, scoring 20 points and grabbing nine rebounds. Williams hit a game-tying three-pointer with 9.7 seconds left in regulation to send the game into overtime, then scored the game-winning basket in the extra period.
Texas Tech trailed by as many as 16 points in the second half, but mounted a furious 16-3 run to close the regulation period and force overtime. The Red Raiders’ resilience was evident throughout the game, highlighted by a remarkable possession in which they secured six offensive rebounds. Despite shooting a cold 3-of-19 from beyond the arc in the first half, Texas Tech found their rhythm in the second half, fueled by Williams’ clutch performance and key contributions from Kevin Overton.
The game was a closely fought battle throughout, with several lead changes and momentum swings. Arkansas, despite a strong start, ultimately couldn’t withstand the Red Raiders’ late-game surge. The Razorbacks’ strong three-point shooting in the first half proved insufficient against Texas Tech’s determined comeback.
Texas Tech will now advance to the Elite Eight. The team played without Chance McMillian, who missed his third consecutive game due to an upper-body strain. His status for future games remains uncertain.
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