Dan Hurley headbutts UConn's Braylon Mullins following Final Four victory
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- UConn head coach Dan Hurley celebrated their Final Four win over Illinois by head-butting guard Braylon Mullins, drawing boos from the crowd but calling it an affectionate "head hug."
- Mullins contributed significantly to the victory with 15 points, two steals, and shooting 4-of-7 from three-point range.
- Hurley previously head-butted referee Roger Ayers after Mullins' game-winning shot against Duke, describing the interaction as playful and emphasizing a friendly relationship with the official.
- Hurley praised Ayers as one of the greatest referees, noting his playful personality and strict but fair officiating style.
- UConn will compete in their third NCAA championship game in four seasons, facing the winner of the Michigan vs. Arizona Final Four matchup.
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