Duke Post Game Thread

[Ha Who]

I was trying to figure something out this morning. What is going through the minds of the Big 12 and ACC? The media coverage of this has been incredible.

 

[DCKembaFan]

I thought one of the unheralded plays of the game was Alec Millender rushing out onto the court after Mullins 3 and then quickly realizing there were still 0.3 seconds left and quickly retreated back to the bench holding others back. Can you imagine if the UConn bench had gotten a technical foul at that moment. I don't even want to think about how I would have reacted. Goes to show, even a guy who never saw the court played a role. I'm half joking of course but in all seriousness, what would it take for a bench technical in that situation?

They could call that on pretty much every buzzer beater but fortunately almost never do. If Duke had won that way, it would have been the biggest controversy in NCAA history

 

[DCKembaFan]

They could call that on pretty much every buzzer beater but fortunately almost never do. If Duke had won that way, it would have been the biggest controversy in NCAA history

For example, students rush the court too early pretty regularly, but they almost never punish the team on the court for it - only their athletic budgets later

 

[Lafayette]

Amazing game…barely could sleep and best AM coffee in many many years…

 

[NoSpamHere]

Don’t know if this was already posted but here’s the mix of all 3 radio calls. All 3 radio calls

 

[king conn]

With all the problems we had failing to hit the broad side of a barn, there were 2 shots I knew were going in.

One was AK, the other was Mullins

 

[AreBee1969]

Brilliant

 

[Excalibur]

They could call that on pretty much every buzzer beater but fortunately almost never do. If Duke had won that way, it would have been the biggest controversy in NCAA history

The only way that ever will get called is if there is no whistle, and someone is smart enough to throw the ball inbounds off of the guys that shouldn't be on the court.

 

[WhereistheDove?]

I thought one of the unheralded plays of the game was Alec Millender rushing out onto the court after Mullins 3 and then quickly realizing there were still 0.3 seconds left and quickly retreated back to the bench holding others back. Can you imagine if the UConn bench had gotten a technical foul at that moment. I don't even want to think about how I would have reacted. Goes to show, even a guy who never saw the court played a role. I'm half joking of course but in all seriousness, what would it take for a bench technical in that situation?

The ref by the UConn bench stops the game almost immediately after the shot goes down because it’s for sure going to be a timing review. There is zero shot they call a T in that scenario.

 

[mauconnfan]

Nice! The New Mexico round of 32 game was my first meet up with ‘yarders there. What a blast. mau was very animated showing box out moves and such. Their star, Long scored one point total in a UConn route.

Good memories my friend and Mr Toad getting on the table pretending to be Big Red as well😂👍🏻

 

[temery]

If that's the price to pay, so be it!

We had a guy hit by a truck two or three years ago. Achilles tendon is just an upgrade (less "life" threatening) in Mojo. Your friend needs to disappear until long after #7.

 

[Donyell 360]

I thought Cam Boozer was the best player on the court (although Reed was a close second). He got clobbered by Reibe for a shiner under his right eye and there wasn't even a foul call. He played his heart out and it wasn't enough but this loss wasn't on him. Like Cooper Flagg before him, one guy doesn't a team make (although Cooper had Knuepple as a Robin and it still wasn't enough - go figure).

UConn decided to roll with Karaban defending Cam and it did not work. Kenny Smith made a comment at halftime that sometimes great players have to demand their coach give them the toughest assignment. I doubt Reed was that assertive but in crunch time Reed did an admirable job against Cam. Credit Hurley and Co. for making the adjustment. And credit Reed. Only 1 foul in the second half. He really locked in and walled up committing to not fouling without playing soft. Mullins hit the shot of a lifetime but Reed is the one who stepped up and carried this team against the best player in the country. He has had a remarkable 4 game run. Hurley said he is playing himself into a first round draft pick. We will soon see. Rooting for our big guy!

 

[Palatine]

It's a freakin' amazing morning!!!!

Looking at the box score. Only 5 turnovers by the Huskies. Didn't notice it during the game but that is always big for us to have low TOs.

 

[boog204]

Classic AK, struggled all game but came up clutch late. The dive into the stands to save a possession, the layup on the assist from Reed, the 3 to get us within 1 under a minute and the wherewithal to get the ball back to Mullins when it mattered most. He epitomizes toughness.

Replacement level player… and for the 837389285th time, some players bring so much more than their stats will ever show.

 

[UCTitleTown]

College basketball fans owe UConn big time here. They will not have to watch dozens of puff pieces on the Boozer twins for the next week. Just one of the many services provided by the UConn Huskies.

And their stupid commercials. Thank the Lord!

 

[Donyell 360]

The ref by the UConn bench stops the game almost immediately after the shot goes down because it’s for sure going to be a timing review. There is zero shot they call a T in that scenario.

It was hard to hear in all the commotion whether the ref called time but that makes sense.

 

[Stinger92860]

I loved Raffterty's reaction as he was in total shock and looked like he was about to pass out. Grant Hill you could see the dejection but he rebounded after getting over it pretty well after slamming the table. LOL!

Did Raft say Onions from Indiana? LOL

 

[temery]

The ref by the UConn bench stops the game almost immediately after the shot goes down because it’s for sure going to be a timing review. There is zero shot they call a T in that scenario.

^^^THIS^^^ is exactly what I would've said if I knew what I was talking about.

 

[Donyell 360]

And their stupid commercials. Thank the Lord!

"What's the blue stuff on your face? Wiper fluid." I thought that was a cringy joke that missed badly. Way too corny.

 

[NoSpamHere]

^^^THIS^^^ is exactly what I would've said if I knew what I was talking about.

I also think Duke calling an immediate timeout would’ve negated anyone being on the floor as there’s no delay of game or any other type of interference once the T.O. Is granted.

 

[Donyell 360]

It's a freakin' amazing morning!!!!

Looking at the box score. Only 5 turnovers by the Huskies. Didn't notice it during the game but that is always big for us to have low TOs.

Duke had a higher field goal percentage and a higher 3-pt percentage and outrebounded us. But those extra turnovers were the difference, along with some key offensive rebounds. Ball had a huge one late. Missed his first free throw but still kept us in the game. But let's face it, we don't win that game without Duke's help. 3 huge turnovers were costly but even with that we needed Mullins Magic to win.

 

[DCKembaFan]

"What's the blue stuff on your face? Wiper fluid." I thought that was a cringy joke that missed badly. Way too corny.

I actually liked that joke because it's trolling the dumb ads with guys sweating gatorade

 

[tuvent08]

 

[superjohn]

 

[Waquoit]

^^^THIS^^^ is exactly what I would've said if I knew what I was talking about.

And Duke called time

 

[AreBee1969]

Tournament Rebound on CBS Sports starting right now. Jus' sayin'...

 

[temery]

And Duke called time

That's what I thought but they play by play script on ESPN doesn't mention Duke calling the time out.

 

[superjohn]

Clutch play after clutch play, the two passes by Reed

Reed's passing has been crazy late in the season. We all know about AK's late three, his save, and his not panicking on the frenetic broken play to find Mullins for the game winner but Solo deserves late game credit too. His find to Silas was one hell of a pass which hit Silas perfectly in the shooting pocket, he cut and made that floater on another great pass from Reed and he came down with the tough offensive rebound in traffic. He still can't buy a three but those were all huge winning plays at the end.

 

[jake14mw]

The Jordan's furniture guy must be sweating now!

Wow. And against Duke. Unreal.

I remember the first time I saw that commercial thinking hmmm... that might be worth it...

They have insurance for those promotions.

 

[my2cents]

If you really want to enjoy your day read our opponents message boards.
Providence: They hate us but like the money UConn is getting them
Syracuse: They hate us but respect what UConn is doing.
North Carolina: It's like Christmas Day for them. They hate us, but hate Duke way more.

Lots of laughs.