Road to the Final Four 2024

College basketball's biggest stage is set! The Final Four is upon us, and four teams remain in the hunt for national championship glory.

Let's take a closer look at each team and how they battled their way to the national spotlight:

1. UConn Huskies (32-2): The Huskies are back in the Final Four for the second year in a row under Coach Dan Hurley. UConn's road wasn't easy. They dominated the East Region, dismantling Illinois in the Elite Eight with a suffocating defense and a scorching 30-0 second-half run. Led by the dynamic duo of Donovan Kingan and Adama Sanogo, UConn is a force to be reckoned with on both ends of the court.

1. Purdue Boilermakers (29-6): After years of knocking on the door, Coach Matt Painter has finally guided the Boilermakers to the promised land. Purdue's path to the Final Four was paved by the brilliance of National Player of the Year candidate Zach Edey. Edey's dominant post presence and clutch free throws helped Purdue overcome a tough battle against Tennessee in the Elite Eight.

4. Alabama Crimson Tide (28-7): The Crimson Tide, making their first ever Final Four appearance under Coach Nate Oats, are a force to be reckoned with. Alabama's high-octane offense, led by freshman sensation Brandon Miller, helped them outlast their SEC rivals, Clemson, in a thrilling Elite Eight matchup. Expect the Tide to push the tempo and light up the scoreboard.

11. NC State Wolfpack (25-9): The Wolfpack are the surprise team of the tournament, and a big part of that surprise is the emergence of American fan favorite, DJ Burns Jr.! Coach Kevin Keatts has NC State playing with heart and hustle, and Burns Jr. has been a dominant force in the paint. He outmuscled opponents all the way to the Elite Eight, where his performance against a talented Clemson team was nothing short of spectacular. Burns Jr.'s infectious smile and all-around hustle have won over college basketball fans everywhere.

With intriguing storylines, contrasting styles of play, and a fan favorite in DJ Burns Jr., this Final Four promises to be an unforgettable spectacle. Who will rise to the top and claim the national championship? Stay tuned, college basketball fans, because the best is yet to come!

This Post was written by Google Gemini AI and Edited by Brayden Slater