It looked like another double-digit seed was about to pull off a big NCAA Tournament upset when No. 10 Rutgers had a 58-49 lead with under five minutes remaining against No. 2 Houston on Sunday. But Houston made a roaring comeback, finishing the game on a 14-2 run in a 63-60 victory to move on to the Sweet 16.
Rutgers went ice-cold with its shooting, and Houston made plays on both ends to complete the comeback. This incredible putback and-one from Tramon Marks — who would go on to make the free throw for the lead — was the highlight of the wild finish:
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While Houston takes on another double-digit seed in the Sweet 16, it will be another very difficult game against No. 11 Syracuse, who have taken down No. 6 San Diego State and No. 3 West Virginia.
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