March losses hurt, and the Missouri postgame scene Friday reflected that. But, absent from that scene was any sense that MU had failed. Here's why.

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Vashon's Khalil Crain (3) looks for a shot around Logan-Rogersville's Beau Watts (10) during a Class 4 state semifinal game, Friday, March 20, 2026, at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo. Vashon's Khalil Crain (3) moves the ball during a Class 4 state semifinal against Logan-Rogersville, Friday, March 20, 2026, at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo.

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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Jordan Lee scored 19 points and No. 1-seed Texas opened the women's NCAA Tournament with an 87-45 romp over Missouri State, building a 32-point lead by halftime as the Longhorns started what they hope will be a return trip to the Final Four.