UConn Stuns Duke With Last-Second 3 to Complete Historic Comeback

Duke got knocked out in the Elite Eight by UConn in a brutal 73-72 loss. UConn hit a last-second 3-pointer with 0.4 seconds left after Duke had led by 19 in the first half. (NCAA Photo)

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	UConn Stuns Duke With Last-Second 3 to Complete Historic Comeback Bunky McFadden - Sports Tell Us USA News Network INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The remaining Final Four teams look like a very even group at the top, with Michigan and Arizona slightly ahead of UConn and Illinois in the title race. Michigan is the betting favorite, Arizona is close behind, Illinois is the strongest underdog, and UConn is the longest shot of the four. Team outlooks Michigan: Best current title odds, and its frontcourt plus efficient 2-point scoring make it look like a complete team. Arizona: Nearly co-favorite with Michigan, powered by size, physicality, and freshman talent; its main concern is 3-point shooting. Illinois: More of a dark-horse title threat, but it has the No. 1 offense in adjusted efficiency and enough depth to win multiple ways. UConn: Lowest odds of the four, but Dan Hurley’s tournament pedigree and a breakout center in Tarris Reed Jr. give it real upset-and-title upside. What matters most Michigan’s path is built on interior efficiency and a roster that has come together fast under Dusty May. Arizona’s ceiling is just as high, but its lack of consistent 3-point shooting could be a swing factor in a tight semifinal or title game. Illinois has the best profile if you like balance and offense, while UConn is the team most capable of beating anyone if its NCAA Tournament experience carries over for two more games. Blown Away Duke got knocked out in the Elite Eight by UConn in a brutal 73-72 loss. UConn hit a last-second 3-pointer with 0.4 seconds left after Duke had led by 19 in the first half. What happened Duke was the top overall seed and looked on track for the Final Four, but it collapsed late and couldn’t close out the game. The loss ended Duke’s season and sent UConn into the Final Four. Why it stings It was a major letdown because Duke had built a big lead and was heavily favored. It also came after another painful March exit last year, so this one adds to a growing list of tough tournament losses.