Summary

The 2024 March Madness tournament concluded with the University of Connecticut (UConn) clinching the championship, defeating Purdue, and becoming the first team to achieve back-to-back national titles since 2006-07. Purdue, led by Zach Edey, advanced to the final but fell short against UConn. In sports business news, Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore's bid to acquire the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx collapsed as owner Glen Taylor decided not to sell the teams, influenced by the increased value of the Timberwolves. In professional sports, LeBron James showcased his longevity by scoring 40 points for the Los Angeles Lakers in a victory over the Brooklyn Nets, joining Michael Jordan as the only players with multiple 40-point games after the age of 39. Lastly, coached by Dan Hurley, the UConn Huskies displayed a dominant performance throughout the tournament, resembling the versatile offensive style of the Kevin Durant-era Golden State Warriors.

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1st Quarter: College Sports
March Madness has finally come to an end. The 2024 Championship saw No. 1 seed UConn defeat No. 1 seed Purdue to become the first repeat national champions since Florida in 2006-07. The Boilermakers before the finale, cruised through the tournament led by big man Zach Edey. The Huskies on the other hand, blasted through Illinois in the Elite Eight, going on an incredible 30-0 run against the 3 seed, and dominated the 4 seed Alabama winning 86-72.
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Halftime: Sports Business News
Earlier this week it was announced that Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore’s acquisition of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx fell through after owner Glen Taylor announced the two teams are no longer for sale. A-Rod and Lore have been negotiating for years and have built up approximately 40% of the franchises. Experts believe Taylor is hesitant to sell the franchises after the value of the Timberwolves has skyrocketed due to the team's improvement, led by superstar Anthony Edwards.

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3rd Quarter: Professional Sports
Lebron James continues to showcase his longevity, scoring 40 points in LA’s 116-104 win over the Brooklyn Nets, going 9 for 10 from deep. James joins Michale Jordan as the only players in NBA history with multiple 40 point games after the age of 39. This weekend was opening weekend for the MLB. The Yankees, Tigers, and Pirates are the only remaining undefeated teams. The Dodgers led by star Shohei Ohtani, lead the league in home runs and runs scored.
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4th Quarter: Deeper Dive Story
UConn created history on Monday night, becoming the first repeat champions since 2007. Last year, UConn shocked the world winning March Madness as the 4th seed. Now they’re looking to create a dynasty. Sixth-year head coach Dan Hurley and the Huskies steamrolled through the tournament, with a balanced offense. The team resembles a KD-era warriors with lots of options on the offensive end.

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The Bulletin Brief:

2024 Final Four Schedule March Madness Bracket (CBS)

Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore set on buying the Timberwolves and Lynx (Yahoo)

Lebron James joins Michael Jordan with 40-point showing (ESPN)

NC State headed to 1st Final Four since 1983 after major upsets (AP)

UConn Huskies look to build a college dynasty (The Ringer)