Summary
In a significant NCAA Tournament game, the University of Connecticut (UConn) Huskies defeated the Duke Blue Devils with a last-second shot, ending the game 73–72. Duke's former coach, Mike Krzyzewski, praised the strong defense of both teams and acknowledged the disappointment of Duke's loss.
Key Facts
- UConn defeated Duke 73-72 in the NCAA Tournament's Elite Eight game.
- Braylon Mullins made a game-winning three-point shot for UConn with 0.4 seconds left.
- Duke had a 19-point lead at one point in the game.
- Mike Krzyzewski, Duke's former coach, congratulated UConn on their defense and teamwork.
- The game ended in part due to a turnover made by Duke in the last seconds.
- Krzyzewski commented on the emotional impact on both teams, praising Duke's players for handling the loss professionally.