Overview
- Michigan won 95-72 in Buffalo, ending the Billikens’ NCAA Tournament run in the second round.
- Avila was held to nine points on 3-of-13 shooting after entering 19 shy of 2,000, closing at 1,990 career points with 750 rebounds and 473 assists.
- The NCAA’s March Madness account posted, “Never forget the legend of the goggles. Salute to Robbie Avila.”
- Avila, a 6-foot-10 A-10 Player of the Year and two-time All-Atlantic 10 pick, became a fan favorite for his goggles and versatile game.
- He reflected that he feels “blessed” and hopes to keep playing, after choosing last offseason to follow coach Josh Schertz from Indiana State to Saint Louis.