Duke’s Final Four Collapse , Houston’s Comeback ignite Social Media Firestorm
Two of the top men’s college basketball teams from the 2024–25 campaign squared off on Saturday night; the victor would advance significantly toward a national championship, while the loser would have to travel home with the psychological wounds of an unrealized dream.
However, the outcome of that game might not have been what supporters had anticipated. Use Fubo to watch the Duke vs. Houston Final Four live (free trial).
The top seed In the Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome in San Antonio on Saturday night, Houston, a fellow No. 1 seed, surprised Duke, the clear favorite to win the national championship. Cooper Flagg and company were defeated 70-67 by the Kelvin Sampson-led Cougars, who went on an 11-1 run to close
Despite having a game-high 67 points, Flagg was unable to make a basket on the Blue Devils’ penultimate possession to seal the victory. To cap off an incredible season—and, perhaps, career—at Duke, he finished with seven rebounds, four assists, two steals, and three blocks. Houston’s L.J. Cryer finished with 26 points, five rebounds, an assist, and a steal.
Flagg was the clear pick for Duke’s shot that could have won the game, but his attempt went off the rim and sent Houston to the line. The Blue Devils’ Hail Mary 3-point shot flew far over the backboard to guarantee Houston’s victory, and the Cougars made both of their free throws to take a 70-67 lead.
The score for Knueppel is 16 points late in the second half. Houston rallies to take a late lead. What once seemed to be a game is now very much alive. With 17.2 seconds remaining, Houston leads Duke 68-67 thanks to a 13-3 run that included two free throws from J’Wan Roberts. With the ball, the Blue Devils have an opportunity to gain the lead and possibly win the match.
