UConn coach Dan Hurley on thrilling last-second win vs. Duke

CBS News
March 30, 2026
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UConn defeated Duke with last-second win after rallying from 19-point deficit to advance to Final Four in NCAA tournament.

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UConn coach Dan Hurley's team rallied from a 19-point deficit to secure a last-second victory over Duke in the Elite Eight, advancing in the NCAA tournament. Hurley credited his squad's "resiliency and fortitude" for the improbable comeback, which ranks among the most dramatic comebacks in tournament history at that stage. The win sends UConn to the Final Four and demonstrates the Huskies' ability to compete when facing elimination. For Hurley, the victory reinforces UConn's tournament credentials after a challenging regular season. The Huskies will now face their Final Four opponent with significant momentum.

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