In a stunning 10-second sequence, Duke's fate was reversed on Sunday night. UConn's stifling defense, a tipped pass from Cayden Boozer, and Braylon Mullins's clutch three-pointer snatched victory from the Blue Devils.
The chaotic finish sparked a wave of shocked reactions from the Duke contingent. Head coach Jon Scheyer's every expression was captured on camera during the final play, his blank stare as the shot dropped becoming an instant meme.
He was not alone. Duke's radio announcer argued for a technical foul on UConn for post-shot court invasion, a call officials have been lenient on during the tournament. Former Duke star and current broadcaster Grant Hill initially sat in stunned silence before a disbelieving smile and head-in-hands reaction took over.
In contrast, the UConn side erupted with pure elation, exemplified by coach Dan Hurley's mother's famously exuberant celebration. While a devastating loss for Duke, it produced a memorable spectrum of raw, emotional responses.