Overview

• Houston's 70-67 victory over Duke featured an 11-1 run in the final 74 seconds, marking the fifth-biggest comeback in NCAA Final Four history.
• Duke freshman Cooper Flagg scored a game-high 27 points but missed a potential game-winning jumper with eight seconds left.
• Houston's top-ranked defense held Duke to 37% shooting in the second half, fueling their dramatic comeback.
• Duke's lack of experience in high-pressure, late-game situations was evident as they struggled under Houston's defensive pressure.
• Flagg, named National College Player of the Year, is widely expected to declare for the 2025 NBA Draft as the projected No. 1 overall pick.