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As the clock ticked down, the intensity heightened, and Cincinnati’s ability to fight back became evident. Despite some tough shots, their perseverance led to brief moments of success on the court, bringing the Bearcats back into contention after falling short in certain possessions. The interplay between players was marked by excellent ball movement and defensive tactics, although both teams struggled at times with execution.
There were moments that showed Cincinnati’s vulnerability, most notably their difficulty closing out games. Prior statistics suggested their tendency to lose close matchups, as they entered this game having faced multiple nail-biters earlier in the season.