"Everything about the play itself and the production around it felt practically scripted for maximum excitement, all in the span of half a minute."
"Eagle's voice gets loud at the perfect moment: '...that ball DEFLECTED! And stolen by Mullins.' He pulls himself back, because what UConn has to accomplish remains improbable."
"There were no cuts whatsoever from Silas Demary Jr.'s made free throw to Mullins's heroic swish, which encouraged total focus from the viewer."
Braylon Mullins' shot to beat Duke in the Elite Eight is a legendary highlight that captivates even those unfamiliar with the sport. The moment is enhanced by Ian Eagle's commentary, which provides immediate context. The play features a dramatic reversal of fortune as Mullins steals the ball and makes a long-range shot, culminating in a thrilling swish. The CBS broadcast effectively maintains focus on the action without cuts, emphasizing the significance of the moment and the mistakes made by Duke.
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