The Houston Cougars are headed back to the NCAA men’s basketball national championship game for the first time since 1984.
Houston rallied in the second half to put away Duke and secure the 70-67 Final Four victory.
The Cougars are still in search of their first national title, reaching the title game in 1983 and 1984 before finishing as runner-ups. If Houston were to win the title, Kelvin Sampson would become the oldest coach to win the sport's top prize.
L.J. Cryer had 26 points and five rebounds in Houston's victory. J'Wan Roberts finished with 11 points, 12 rebounds and five assists.
Duke was considered as the popular pick (25%) to win it all on ESPN’s Bracket Challenge.
Here’s what others had to say about the game.
Houston vs. Duke: Final Four reaction to Cougars comeback
Crazy!!
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) April 6, 2025
My Man SAMPSON!!!!!! I’m so happy for him!!!!🤟🏾
— Eric Gordon (@TheofficialEG10) April 6, 2025
Happy for the ol Ball Coach!
— Andre White (@AndreWh16276225) April 6, 2025
Why are yall surprised? Houston literally has a top defense, Duke had chances..
— 𝗟𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 ™ (@LavelCole) April 6, 2025
April 5, 2025.
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