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Houston coach Kelvin Sampson talks with Joseph Tugler during the Cougars' Final Four semifinal win against Duke on April 5, 2025.

What Kelvin Sampson said on Houston's improbable comeback win in the Final Four

Buck Ringgold

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Apr 6, 2025

Houston players Emanuel Sharp (21) and Terrance Arceneaux (23) congratulate one another after the Cougars' Final Four win against Duke on April 5, 2025.

Just another routine comeback: Houston finds a way once again when it counts

Buck Ringgold

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Apr 6, 2025

J’Wan Roberts hits a free throw against Duke.

Houston’s J’Wan Roberts Shot 150 Free Throws Every Practice—And It Paid Off

Tyler Lauletta

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Apr 6, 2025

Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) and Houston Cougars forward J'Wan Roberts (13) celebrate defeating the Duke Blue Devils in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Houston Rallies To Stun Duke, Secures Spot In National Championship Against Florida

Kyle Mosley

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Apr 6, 2025

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Duke Blue Devils head coach Jon Scheyer reacts after a play against the Houston Cougars.

Duke Head Coach Jon Scheyer Says Collapse Against Houston ‘Hard to Process’

Tyler Lauletta

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Apr 6, 2025

Feb 10, 2008; Columbus, OH, USA; Indiana Hoosiers guard Eric Gordon (23) drives against Ohio State Buckeyes guard Evan Turner (21) in the second half at Value City Arena. The Hoosiers beat the Buckeyes 59-53. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-Imagn Images

Indiana Legend Eric Gordon Sends Well Wishes To Kelvin Sampson After Houston Win

Todd Golden

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Apr 6, 2025

Sampson had a blunt message after Houston's big win

Kelvin Sampson Calls Out Lack of Love for Houston After Stunning Comeback Win vs. Duke

Liam McKeone

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Apr 6, 2025

Duke forward Cooper Flagg leaves the floor following a Final Four loss to Houston.

Duke's Epic Final Four Collapse Against Houston Perfectly Summed Up by One Stat

Ryan Phillips

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Apr 6, 2025

Jim Nantz reacts to Houston’s comeback win over Duke in the Final Four.

Jim Nantz Was in Tears After Houston’s Incredible Final Four Comeback vs. Duke

Stephen Douglas

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Apr 6, 2025

Houston Cougars forward J'Wan Roberts celebrates in the second half against the Duke Blue Devils.

Houston Stuns Duke in Final 40 Seconds to Win Instant Final Four Classic

Tyler Lauletta

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Apr 6, 2025

Duke lost a close game to Houston on Saturday night

Fans React to Duke Blowing Late Lead to Houston in Wild Final Four Game

Liam McKeone

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Apr 6, 2025

Florida is a slight underdog against Houston in the NCAA Tournament.

Florida vs. Houston Opening Odds: NCAA Tournament National Championship Set as Coin Flip

Iain MacMillan

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Apr 6, 2025

Duke freshman Cooper Flagg after committing a foul during Final Four matchup against Houston.

Cooper Flagg Committed a Bad Foul and Missed a Game-Winning Shot As Duke Lost to Houston

Ryan Phillips

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Apr 6, 2025

Dec 4, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) looks on during the fourth quarter against the Orlando Magic at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Sixers Troll Jared McCain and Quentin Grimes Ahead of Final Four

Kevin McCormick

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Apr 5, 2025

Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) controls the ball against Houston Cougars forward J'Wan Roberts (13) during the second half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Cooper Flagg, Duke Ousted in Final Four by Houston

Derek Parker

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Apr 6, 2025

Broadcaster Jim Nantz at the 2025 Final Four.

Charles Barkley Roasted Jim Nantz When He Showed Up to the Final Four

Ryan Phillips

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Apr 5, 2025

Houston's LJ Cryer (4) with teammates

Houston edges Duke: Live score, updates, highlights from 2025 NCAA Final Four matchup

Buck Ringgold

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Apr 6, 2025

Apr 4, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Cooper Flagg (2) during a practice session for the Final Four of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Duke's Cooper Flagg Wins 2025 Wooden Award

Derek Parker

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Apr 5, 2025

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson with several players during a practice prior to the 2025 Final Four on April 4, 2025.

How to watch, stream Houston basketball vs. Duke in NCAA Final Four: TV, predictions

Buck Ringgold

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Apr 5, 2025

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