Braylon Mullins’ Epic 3 Sends UConn to Final Four, Shocks No. 1 Duke
Braylon Mullins has etched his name into March Madness history with a shot no one will forget. UConn faced a monumental challenge Sunday night, trailing Duke by 19 points early in the East regional final. It was a deficit that seemed insurmountable, but the Huskies refused to go quietly.
As the game wound down, tension reached a fever pitch. With just 0.4 seconds left, Mullins launched a jaw-dropping, logo-distance three-pointer that swished through the net, giving UConn a 73-72 victory. The shot wasn’t just a highlight—it capped one of the largest comebacks in NCAA tournament history and it delivered a crushing blow to Duke, who had been perfect in similar situations until now.
This win isn’t just a single game story. UConn now heads to the Final Four for the third time in four seasons, a stage where they have recently claimed national titles. Tarris Reed Jr. was a dominant force alongside Mullins, recording 26 points, nine rebounds, three assists and four blocks. His performance earned him Most Outstanding Player of the East regional and made the comeback possible.
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Meanwhile, on the women’s side, both UConn and UCLA survived tough Elite Eight matchups to secure their spots in the Final Four. UConn overcame Notre Dame with a late surge, while UCLA rallied from an eight-point halftime deficit to outscore Duke in the second half. Both teams are now positioned for potential national championship showdowns, with the possibility of a UConn-UCLA title clash still on the horizon.
This moment carries weight beyond the scoreboard. For Duke, it’s a historic collapse, marking the first time a top overall seed has lost after leading by 15 or more points at halftime. For UConn, it’s a reaffirmation of resilience and the high stakes of March Madness, where no lead is ever safe. College basketball fans around the world witnessed the drama, the tension and the exhilaration that makes this tournament unique.
Braylon Mullins’ clutch shot is a reminder of why we watch, why we stay on the edge of our seats and why these moments become part of the sport’s lore. As UConn prepares for the Final Four clash with Illinois and Michigan faces Arizona on the other side, the stage is set for high-stakes basketball that could define careers and legacies.
Stay with us for continuing coverage as the Final Four unfolds and follow every twist and turn in this March Madness journey.
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