We have been waiting for a game that contained all of the March Madness staples, and Virginia and Purdue finally delivered the game we deserved.
Who would have believed that the Virginia/Purdue nightcap to kickstart the Elite 8 would be the game that we were all craving?
It was drama from start to finish, and we only have heavy hearts for the Purdue Boilermakers, who came within seconds of going to their first Final Four since 1980. Instead, thanks to a bizarre pass from Purdue Superman Carson Edwards, the Virginia Cavaliers are going to their first Final Four since 1984.
Make no doubt about it, the Virginia/Purdue matchup was an instant March Madness classic. It was the battle that was waged with everything each player on the court had, and we finally, finally got the buzzer-beater we have all been anxiously waiting for in the Tournament.
With such a thrilling contest, you know that Twitter was on fire, with fans from both teams, and UMBC, giving their own commentary on the events that transpired in Louisville. We went through and curated the best tweets of the night, and, trust us, these are, indeed, the best tweets of the night.
Grab some popcorn and enjoy.
— UMBC Athletics (@UMBCAthletics) March 31, 2019
(Well played, UMBC, well played)
Anf I’ll have you guys know I made the bourbon last til the end. I still have one sip left.
— Phony Bennett (@IfTonyTweeted) March 31, 2019
So here’s to our Hoos, to Tony Bennett, to the coaches, the players, and the staff who ignored the critics and rose to the challenge. See you Saturday. #GoHoos
So proud of the #Boilermakers Basketball team tonight. What a battle.... showed a ton of heart and toughness. #Boilermaker4Life
— Drew Brees (@drewbrees) March 31, 2019
Purdue's Carsen Edwards has passed Michigan's Glen Rice for the most three-point shots made during the NCAA Tournament.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) March 31, 2019
(Awesome that Carson set the record, but as the old saying goes, it doesn’t mean a thing without a ring.)
Nothing but respect for this year's Purdue team. Really appreciated how they played the game. Hat tip, @BoilerBall.
— Assembly Call (⚪,🔴) (@AssemblyCall) March 31, 2019
UVA fans right now..... pic.twitter.com/pXzUPUmfDD
— Robert Littal BSO (@BSO) March 31, 2019
(It’s not really a celebration in Charlottesville. It’s more like relief.)
Can’t nobody on this team hang their heads man, HELL OF A SEASON! Don’t care what anyone has to say, this team grew up right in front of our eyes! Proud of yall boys! @BoilerBall
— Vincent M Edwards (@VE_12) March 31, 2019
and Virginia becomes the first team to advance to a Final Four the year after losing to a 16-seed
— actioncookbook (@actioncookbook) March 31, 2019
(We totally missed this moment! How did we miss this?? #Respect)
How Carsen Edwards showing up to the NBA Draft lottery pic.twitter.com/YEvsN7dJEt
— Josiah Johnson (@KingJosiah54) March 31, 2019
Everybody watching this Purdue-UVA game pic.twitter.com/pI9VkCx3EQ
— Josh Russell (@jalexandergreat) March 31, 2019
(Might be? I would be inclined to say that this was the best game of all-time!)
https://twitter.com/funk_soul_bubby/status/1112194225012199424
If you have Purdue friends please check on them.
— Martha (@TheMopLady) March 31, 2019
(Yes, please check on them, because they’re going through a really trying time right now. Be a good neighbor, and check on your fellow human being.)