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This Icelandic buzzer-beater and ensuing broadcast call are the new kings of March Madness

March 21, 2018

Yes, the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament was a wild ride. But the best March Madness moment belongs to Iceland.

The following video comes from a playoff battle in the Men's Premier League, where former Drexel star Kari Jonsson heaved up this three-quarter court Hail Mary as time expired. Given the title of this post, you can guess what happens next:

According to Wikitionary, "NEI" is Icelandic for "NO," which, given Jonsson's shot, makes sense. Not exactly "Rise and fire," but we'll take it.

In a related note, March Madness hasn't been the same since Gus Johnson left. If you're reading this CBS, get this Icelandic announcer on the weekend broadcast.