Sun Mar 30 23:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Florida and Duke Punch Tickets to Final Four
**INDIANAPOLIS, IN** – The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament continued its thrilling run on Saturday, with two teams securing their spots in the Final Four. No. 1 seed Florida edged out No. 3 Texas Tech in a nail-biting 84-79 victory, fueled by Walter Clayton Jr.’s game-high 30 points, including several crucial shots in the closing minutes.
In the evening’s matchup, No. 1 seed Duke dominated No. 2 Alabama, 85-65, showcasing a stifling defense that limited the Tide’s offensive opportunities after their record-breaking 3-point performance in the previous round. Four Blue Devils reached double figures, highlighting a balanced team effort. The Final Four is now half-complete, with Florida and Duke awaiting their opponents in the upcoming semi-final games.
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