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ELITE 8 REACTION: Arizona is a WAGON, ending Braden Smith's Career | Illinois Keeps on Rolling

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ELITE 8 REACTION: Arizona is a WAGON, ending Braden Smith's Career | Illinois Keeps on Rolling

Locked On College Basketball›
Mar 29, 202640:44

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First half of the final Four is set, with Arizona and Illinois winning the West and South regions respectively. We had an epic guard matchup between Bennett Stirtz and Keaton Wagler, with both stars shining brightly. Arizona trailed at the half, but completely flipped it in the second, reminding us all what a wagon they are.

Who will make up the second half of the final four? We find out on Sunday. 

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