Duke's Jon Scheyer reveals what went wrong in loss to UConn
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Duke lost to UConn in a last-second 73-72 game after blowing a 15-point halftime lead, with a crucial turnover by Cayden Boozer leading to UConn’s game-winning three-pointer by Braylon Mullins.
- Duke committed 13 turnovers overall, including eight in the second half, allowing UConn to score 20 points off those mistakes, which head coach Jon Scheyer cited as the key factor in the collapse.
- Despite strong performances from Duke freshman Cameron Boozer and UConn’s Tarris Reed Jr., the turnover disparity ultimately decided the tightly contested game.
- UConn advances to its third Final Four in four years and will face Illinois, while Duke’s loss continues a recent pattern of postseason disappointments despite a 35-3 season record.
- Duke coach Scheyer emphasized the need for the team to learn from the loss and improve their finishing to contend for future championships.
