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Duke made just one field goal in the game’s final 10 minutes, allowing Houston to erase a 14-point, second-half deficit and beat the Blue Devils, 70-67, in the Final Four at the Alamodome.
From The News & Observer
Houston advanced to Monday's national championship with a 70-67 win over the Duke Blue Devils, securing victory with a 15-3 run in the final 3:03 of regulation.
From Houston Chronicle
“You go from some of the most special moments in the tournament to the most heartbreaking loss,” Duke coach Jon Scheyer said.
From USA Today

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