Sean Elliott answers questions during an interview in 1988. Arizona Daily Star file photo

 Arizona Daily Star file photo

Although the Wildcats were heartbroken in a Sweet 16 loss to the Rebels, Elliott was at his best in a defensive struggle. He scored 22 points (and gathered 14 rebounds) against Stacy Augmon considered by many the nationโ€™s best defensive player.

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