Mullins' 35-footer sends UConn past Duke to Final
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Washington — UConn freshman Braylon Mullins sank a 35-foot 3-pointer with 0.4 seconds remaining to give No. 2 UConn a 73-72 win over No. 1 Duke in the Elite Eight on Sunday at Capital One Arena, securing the East Region title and a Final Four berth.
The victory capped a comeback from a 19-point first-half deficit and immediately ends Duke's 35-3 season; coaches and players cited turnovers and situational execution as decisive, and UConn will travel to Indianapolis later this week to play in the Final Four.
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Timeline
- 1. 1999: UConn beat Duke in the national championship (anniversary referenced).
- 2. This season: Duke compiled a 35-3 record entering the NCAA Tournament.
- 3. Sweet 16: UConn defeated Michigan State to advance to the Elite Eight.
- 4. Elite Eight, Sunday in Washington, D.C.: Duke led by 19 in the first half before UConn rallied.
- 5. Final seconds: Braylon Mullins hit a 35-foot three with 0.4 seconds left, UConn 73, Duke 72.
Why it matters
This game is a reminder of the unpredictability and excitement of college basketball. UConn's comeback from a 19-point deficit shows the importance of perseverance, even when the odds are stacked against you. If you're a basketball fan, this game is a must-watch.
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