Duke survives Siena scare, advances to second round
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GREENVILLE, S.C. Duke rallied from 13 points down on Thursday at Bon Secours Arena to defeat 16-seed Siena 71-65 in first round of the NCAA Tournament. Cameron Boozer scored 22 points and grabbed 13 rebounds while Gavin Doty led Siena with 21. Duke trailed by 13 in the first half, mounted an 11-0 run in the second half, and took the lead for good in the final five minutes. The Blue Devils will face TCU in the second round. Tournament records noted No. 1 seeds were 158-2 against 16s entering the week. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. Pre-tournament: No. 1 seeds held a 158-2 record against 16 seeds entering the week.
- 2. Siena qualified for the NCAA Tournament with a 23-12 record, their first appearance since 2010.
- 3. Game day: Duke opened hot, went cold, and trailed Siena by 13 in the first half.
- 4. Duke mounted an 11-0 run, reclaimed control late, and Isaiah Evans gave Duke the lead with 4:26 remaining.
- 5. Final: Duke won 71-65 and advanced to face TCU in the second round.
Why it matters
This game is a reminder of the unpredictable thrill of March Madness. If you're a Duke fan, it's a sigh of relief. If you're a Siena supporter, it's a proud moment despite the loss. For all sports enthusiasts, it's a testament to the spirit of competition.
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