Duke Collapses in Final Four Against Houston, Flagg Faces Controversy

Duke's basketball team experienced a devastating collapse in the Final Four, losing to Houston 70-67 after leading by 14 points with just over eight minutes remaining. Freshman star Cooper Flagg, who had an exceptional season, missed a crucial shot in the final seconds and was later called for a foul that allowed Houston to secure the victory. The Blue Devils had led for most of the game but allowed Houston to score the final nine points, marking one of the biggest comebacks in Final Four history. Flagg expressed no regrets about his performance but acknowledged the team's overall mistakes that contributed to the loss. The defeat ends Duke's championship aspirations and reflects the emotional toll on the team, with players visibly shaken following the game. Duke's coach Jon Scheyer had built the team around Flagg's talents, making the loss particularly poignant for the program.