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Texas Longhorns Unexpected NCAA Tournament Run: Can They Upset Purdue?

The eleventh-seeded Texas Longhorns have been making waves in the NCAA Tournament, defying expectations after a tumultuous regular season. Theyve already knocked off NC State and BYU, culminating in a stunning victory against Gonzaga, earning them a spot in the Sweet Sixteen. Center Matas Vokietaitis and guard Jordan Pope have been key players, with Vokietaitis averaging 18.3 points and 11 rebounds in the tournament.

However, their journey doesnt get any easier. They face second-seeded Purdue on Thursday, with ESPN giving them just a 24.4% chance of winning. Purdue boasts a strong record and star guard Braden Smith. But Texass guard rotation could exploit Smiths recent off night, and their ability to battle in the paint could give them an edge. The game could go either way, with Purdues veterans potentially shutting down Texas if they get into foul trouble.

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