UConn Triumphs Over Duke, Michigan Overpowers Tennessee in Elite Eight Showdown
UConn booked a Final Four spot in Indianapolis after a last-second swing that stunned Duke. Filmogaz.com’s college basketball crew was on-site to follow the drama.
Huskies’ late rally delivers dramatic win
UConn completed a 19-point comeback to win 73-72. The rally erased a large deficit late in the game.
Freshman guard Braylon Mullins forced a turnover and drained a 35-foot 3-pointer at the finish. That shot sealed the victory and sent the Huskies on to Indianapolis.
Tarris Reed Jr. paced UConn with 26 points. Cameron Boozer closed his college career with 27 points, eight rebounds, and four assists.
The Huskies trailed by as many as 19 points in the first half. They remained behind by double digits with just over six minutes remaining.
Context and legacy
The win had added historical weight. It came 36 years after Christian Laettner’s famous Elite Eight buzzer-beater that once ended UConn’s run.
Late perimeter shooting and a flurry of threes in the final minutes fueled the comeback. The performance sent UConn into the national semifinals.
Michigan dominates Tennessee to reach Final Four
Michigan produced an early 21-0 run and never looked back. The Wolverines controlled tempo and showcased depth on offense.
Big Ten Player of the Year Yaxel Lendeborg led Michigan with 27 points, seven rebounds, and four assists. He recorded zero turnovers in the game.
Transfer teammates Aday Mara and Elliot Cadeau also contributed. Cadeau dished a game-high ten assists as Michigan extended its lead.
Tennessee leaned on Ja’Kobi Gillespie, who scored 21 points. The Vols lacked enough scoring elsewhere and fell short for a third straight Elite Eight exit.
What this means moving forward
Michigan will face Arizona in the Final Four. The Wolverines arrive with momentum and a balanced attack.
UConn Triumphs Over Duke in a game for the ages. Michigan Overpowers Tennessee in Elite Eight Showdown to complete the field.
The Final Four will feature Arizona, Illinois, Michigan, and UConn. All games will be played in Indianapolis.
