South Florida vs. Wichita State in AAC Final

South Florida and Wichita State will clash for the American Athletic Conference tournament title on Sunday, seeking an automatic berth to the NCAA Tournament in a matchup at Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama.

The top-seeded Bulls, who finished the regular season 24-8 overall and 15-3 in conference play, advanced with an 86-64 semifinal victory over fifth-seeded Charlotte on Saturday. Wes Enis and Joseph Pinion each scored 24 points, combining for 10 of 21 three-pointers in the second half as South Florida pulled away with a 15-1 run midway through the period. Izaiyah Nelson added 16 points and eight rebounds, while Josh Omojafo grabbed 10 boards. The Bulls held Charlotte to 34 percent shooting and forced 12 turnovers, extending their winning streak to 10 games.

In the other semifinal, second-seeded Wichita State overcame third-seeded Tulsa 81-68, sinking eight of 15 three-pointers in the second half to secure the win. Kenyon Giles led with 27 points, Will Berg contributed 13 points and 14 rebounds off the bench, and Michael Gray Jr. had 13 points and six assists. TJ Williams also scored 13 points in a reserve role. The Shockers, who ended the regular season 22-10 overall and...