March Madness: Patrick Mahomes Applauds Texas A&M’s Andersson Garcia’s Last-Minute 3-Pointer Against Houston
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In a wild March Madness showdown, NFL star Patrick Mahomes showed some love for Texas A&M’s Andersson Garcia. The game was intense, with Texas A&M pulling off a comeback against Houston pushing the game to overtime.
Mahomes took to social media with a big shoutout: “Great shottt!” he cheered. The post captured the excitement of the moment as Garcia’s last-minute 3-pointer kept fans on the edge of their seats. While Houston ultimately secured the win, the game showcased the heart and determination of both teams.
Texas A&M’s resilience made it a memorable match. The nail-biting game saw Houston initially dominating before Texas A&M mounted an impressive comeback. With just 1.2 seconds left on the clock, the game hung in the balance as Garcia received the ball from Tyrece Radford. In a moment of sheer brilliance, Garcia put up a 3-point shot that swished through the net as he fell backward, tying the game at 86 and sending it to overtime. The crowd erupted in exhilaration as Aggies fans throughout FedExForum went wild, witnessing a moment that would go down in March Madness history.
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Great shottt!
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) March 25, 2024
OH. MY. WORD.@AGGIEMBK TIES IT AT THE BUZZER 🤯 pic.twitter.com/LKTXB3kGcq
— CBS Sports (@CBSSports) March 25, 2024
As the game reached its climax, the final scorecard read 100-95 in favor of Houston, but it was Garcia’s clutch shot that stole the spotlight, earning applause from Mahomes and fans alike.
Mahomes’ backing of Texas A&M echoes his deep ties to Texas sports culture. From his time as a standout high school football player to his ascent as an NFL icon, Mahomes remains immersed in the spirit of Texas athletics. His cheer for Garcia’s pivotal shot expresses admiration shared among athletes spanning various sports. In the end, it’s these moments within the game that create lasting emotional connections, cherished long after the final buzzer sounds.
Patrick Mahomes shares son’s excitement and a friendly bet
In a heartwarming moment amidst the March Madness excitement, NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes found himself not just caught up in the basketball frenzy, but also witnessing the infectious excitement of his youngest son, Bronze.
Brittany Mahomes, Patrick’s wife, took to social media to capture the sweet scene, sharing a clip of Bronze engrossed in the NCAA action on TV. With a gleam in his eye and a cheerful shout, Bronze cheered on as the Oregon Ducks faced off against the South Carolina Gamecocks, embodying the pure joy that sports bring to fans of all ages.
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Mahomes lost a bet and had to dress up as Longhorns mascot 🤣 pic.twitter.com/VfIRbffUYD
— Don_Frankie (@Don_Frenkie21) March 22, 2024
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As Bronze indulged in the basketball excitement, Mahomes’ friendly bet with friends Shane Buechele and his wife added a playful twist to the tournament drama, leading Mahomes to pose in the iconic Longhorns mascot mask after the Longhorns emerged victorious over Colorado State Rams. The selfie came with the caption, “A bets a bet… okay cool #Hookem,” Mahomes’ whimsical attire served as a reminder of the lighter side of sportsmanship.
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As the appeal of March Madness unfolds and the excitement builds, Mahomes and his family remind us that amidst the thrill of victory and the disappointment of defeat, the true magic of sports lies in the shared moments of joy and excitement, whether it’s on the sidelines or in the stands.
Edited by:
Aazima Basharat