UConn Stuns Duke, Big Ten Secures Two Final Four Spots

UConn’s 44‑28 run in the final 20 minutes erased a 19‑point first‑half deficit and capped a 71‑66 win over Duke. The Huskies’ comeback, highlighted by Braylon Mullins’ last‑second 3‑pointer, marked the first time a No. 1 seed lost after holding a 15‑point lead at halftime.

Meanwhile, Michigan and Illinois became the first Big Ten pair to reach a Final Four since 2015, while Arizona broke a 20‑year drought to join the 2026 Final Four. The tournament now features three teams from the Big Ten and a historic return for Arizona.