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Alabama Breaks NCAA 3-Point Record in Sweet 16 Win Over BYU

Crimson Tide's historic 113-88 victory secures second consecutive Elite Eight appearance, with Mark Sears leading a record-breaking offensive display.

  • Alabama set NCAA Tournament records for three-pointers made (25) and attempted (51) in a single game during their 113-88 win over BYU in the Sweet 16.
  • Mark Sears led the Crimson Tide with 34 points, including 10 three-pointers, coming just one short of the individual tournament record for threes in a game.
  • Aden Holloway contributed 23 points and six three-pointers, bolstering Alabama's dominant offensive performance.
  • BYU struggled from beyond the arc, making only 6 of 30 three-point attempts, despite strong scoring efforts in the paint.
  • The game included a controversial technical foul on BYU's Trevin Knell, which drew criticism and added tension to Alabama's commanding victory.
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