UConn's 0.4-Second Stunner
UConn stunned Duke with a buzzer‑beating winner that fell with just 0.4 seconds on the clock to clinch a Final Four berth — the finish is being called an 'instant classic' after a wild comeback (x.com) (espn.com). The extended highlights show multiple momentum swings and late coaching adjustments that decided the game in the final possession (youtube.com).
Freshman Braylon Mullins collected a loose ball near midcourt after a deflected inbound and drilled a 35-foot three from around the logo to complete the play that decided the game. (espn.com)) Silas Demary had been fouled and made one of two free throws with roughly 10 seconds remaining before the turnover sequence; the final scoreboard read 73-72 and Duke closed the season at 35-3. (espn.com)) UConn’s inside presence carried the comeback: Tarris Reed Jr. finished with 26 points on 10-of-16 shooting and added four blocks, while Duke’s Cameron Boozer led his team with 27 points and eight rebounds. (espn.com)) The Huskies erased a 19-point deficit — they trailed 44-25 late in the first half — creating the largest halftime lead ever blown by a No. 1 seed in NCAA Tournament history, with only Louisville’s 20-point rally in 2005 larger. (espn.com)) UConn advances to the Final Four and is set to face third-seeded Illinois in the Indianapolis semifinal on Saturday, April 4, 2026. (espn.com)) UConn outscored Duke 16-0 on points off turnovers in the second half, a swing the game log highlights, and coaches reacted strongly afterward — Dan Hurley pointed to “March magic,” while Duke’s Jon Scheyer said he had “no words.” (cbssports.com))
