"Gonzaga was a -14.5 favorite against UCLA in 2021, the biggest spread in the Final Four this century. UCLA pushed the game into overtime but lost 93-90."
"UCLA, as a No. 11 seed, made a historic run in 2021, tying the record for the lowest seed to reach the Final Four, with five tournament wins."
"Since 2000, there have been three double-digit favorites in the Final Four: Gonzaga -14.5 in 2021, Connecticut -10 against Alabama in 2024, and North Carolina -10 against Syracuse in 2016."
The 2021 Final Four featured Gonzaga as a -14.5 favorite against UCLA, marking the largest spread in the last 25 years. UCLA, an 11 seed, made a remarkable run, tying the record for the lowest seed to reach the Final Four. The game ended in a close overtime finish, with Gonzaga winning 93-90. Other notable spreads since 2000 include Connecticut at -10 against Alabama in 2024 and North Carolina at -10 against Syracuse in 2016. The 2026 Final Four is set with matchups including Illinois and Connecticut.
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