Laettner averaged 17.7 points per game in March Madness for his career, and his career low was a six-point showing as a sophomore in the round of 32. However, Laettner’s career-high was a 31-point performance as a senior in the Elite Eight. That game will forever be remembered for “The Shot” that Laettner hit to defeat Kentucky in overtime.

The 2025 men's NCAA Tournament now enters its' second weekend, meaning that the Sweet 16 has now officially arrived.