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Iowa State guard Jamarion Batemon (1) attempts to score while guarded by Tennessee guard Bishop Boswell (3) during the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game at the United Center in Chicago on March 27, 2026.

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Iowa State guard Jamarion Batemon (1) attempts to score while guarded by Tennessee guard Bishop Boswell (3) during the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game at the United Center in Chicago on March 27, 2026.

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