Overview

• Jon Scheyer has successfully transitioned Duke's program from Mike Krzyzewski's era, guiding the team to the Final Four in just his third year as head coach.
• Duke's young roster, featuring three standout freshmen including national player of the year Cooper Flagg, has been integral to the team's success.
• The semifinal against Houston pits Duke's top-ranked offense against the nation's best defense, marking the first such matchup in NCAA history as per KenPom metrics.
• Scheyer, the youngest coach in this year's Final Four, has earned praise for his leadership, adaptability, and ability to recruit top-tier talent in the evolving college basketball landscape.
• Mike Krzyzewski has intentionally stepped back to allow Scheyer to establish his own leadership, while maintaining a supportive role as a mentor.