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Nine-seed Florida Atlantic’s Cinderella story continues after upsetting fourth-seed Tennessee 62-55

The Slipper Still Fits! Nine-seed Florida Atlantic’s Cinderella story continues after upsetting fourth-seed Tennessee 62-55 to reach the school’s first ever appearance in the Elite Eight

There’s still some magic left for underdogs Florida Atlantic University – who pulled an upset over fourth-seeded Tennessee in the Sweet 16.

Guard Johnell Davis led the way for the Owls of Florida Atlantic – grabbing 15 points, six rebounds, and one assist to lead all scorers.

FAU and Tennessee both shot under 50 percent for the game and under 30 percent from 3-point range.

The Owls will be playing on Saturday against Kansas State with the chance to reach the Final Four.

Florida Atlantic has reached their first ever Elite Eight berth in school history with a 62-55 win

THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY. MORE TO COME. 

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