"Alvaro Folgueiras converted a critical three-point play when Nebraska only had four defenders on the floor, helping Iowa secure a 77-71 victory."
"Bennett Stirtz scored 20 points and Folgueiras had 16 for the Hawkeyes, who knocked off top-seeded Florida in the second round."
"Nebraska took an early 10-point lead, but Iowa tied it four times and finally led with a 3-pointer from Stirtz."
"Iowa's second-half rally was fueled by Nebraska's cold shooting: The Huskers were 9 of 32 in the second half, making just 6 of 24 from beyond the arc."
Iowa secured a 77-71 victory over Nebraska in the South Region semifinal, marking their first Elite Eight appearance since 1987. Alvaro Folgueiras played a pivotal role, scoring 16 points and converting a crucial three-point play. Bennett Stirtz led Iowa with 20 points, while Nebraska's Pryce Sandfort scored 25 points. Nebraska initially led by 10 points but struggled in the second half, shooting only 28.1%. Iowa will face either Illinois or Houston for a chance to reach the Final Four.
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