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Illinois Coach Brad Underwood Makes Surprising Admission About UConn Game

Illinois Coach Brad Underwood Makes Surprising Admission About UConn Game

Summary

Illinois coach Brad Underwood missed a key play during the UConn vs. Duke basketball game due to media obligations. UConn won the game with a dramatic three-pointer in the last seconds. Underwood later saw the highlights and praised UConn for their performance.

Key Facts

  • Illinois coach Brad Underwood missed the final seconds of the UConn vs. Duke game.
  • UConn trailed Duke by as much as 19 points during the game.
  • UConn won with a final score of 73-72 thanks to a three-pointer by Braylon Mullins.
  • Underwood was busy with media interviews when the game ended.
  • UConn cut down the nets as East Region champions after their victory.
  • Underwood eventually watched the game highlights and called the play "epic."
  • He expressed admiration for UConn's coach, Dan Hurley, for the team's comeback.

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