Auburn vs. Michigan State live updates: Men's March Madness 2025 Elite Eight predictions, start time, latest
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Greetings basketball fans! Welcome to The Athletic 's live coverage of today's second Elite Eight matchup in the men's NCAA Tournament.
Two blue blood programs, Auburn and Michigan State, are squaring off in the South Regional final for a spot in the men's Final Four.
Follow along as we build up to tonight's game.
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