Fagan: Simple reality: Memphis dominant in so many ways
Published 4/6/2008 by Ryan Fagan at SportingNews.com College Basketball News and Exclusive Analysis
For the third straight game, Memphis overwhelmed its opponent, and the Tigers will play in the national championship game after beating UCLA.
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