UConn’s epic comeback
UConn ripped off a 19‑point comeback to beat Duke 73–72, capped by freshman Braylon Mullins’ 35‑foot buzzer‑beating three with 1.3 seconds left. (cbssports.com) Jaylin Caravan’s hustle plays and Hassan Diarra’s 11 points/5 rebounds (despite an ankle issue) were crucial in the rally that sent UConn into the Final Four. (ncaa.com)
Braylon Mullins is a true freshman from Greenfield, Indiana who arrived at UConn after starring at Greenfield‑Central and earning McDonald’s All‑American honors in 2025.. (uconnhuskies.com) Mullins averaged roughly 12 points and 3–4 rebounds per game this season and entered the tournament as one of UConn’s top‑rated freshmen recruits (No. 12 in the 2025 class per recruiting services).. (basketball.realgm.com) Tarris Reed Jr. paced the comeback with a 26‑point, nine‑rebound performance and was named East Regional Most Outstanding Player after averaging 21.8 points and 13.5 rebounds across UConn’s four regional games.. (uconnhuskies.com) Alex Karaban’s late three — his first of the game — and his 38 minutes of turnover‑free floor management (three assists, two blocks) helped set the stage for the finishing sequence, while Solomon (Solo) Ball and Malachi Smith provided valuable bench scoring and a team‑best +10 in reserve minutes.. (uconnhuskies.com) Mullins had missed all of his earlier long‑range attempts in the game before burying the decisive long shot late, according to play‑by‑play and postgame box scores.. (sports.yahoo.com) The victory sends UConn to its third Final Four in four seasons and the program’s eighth trip overall; the Huskies will open the national semifinals against Illinois in Indianapolis on Saturday, April 4.. (uconnhuskies.com)
