In the first half of the 2025 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament's Elite Eight, Florida achieved a thrilling comeback to defeat Texas Tech 84-79, with Walter Clayton Jr. scoring 30 points, 22 in the second half, leading the charge. Meanwhile, Duke showcased their dominance over Alabama with an 85-65 victory, bolstered by impressive performances from top NBA prospects Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg. Duke's consistent control throughout the game contrasted with Alabama's struggles, particularly from Khaman Maluach, who could not make an impact. The wins set both Florida and Duke on a path to the Final Four.
Florida stormed back from a double-digit deficit late to earn its first Final Four appearance since 2014. Walter Clayton Jr. was the hero, scoring 30 points.
Duke controlled the game from start to finish, powered by two likely top-10 picks. Kon Knueppel scored 21 points, solidifying himself as a top-7 prospect.
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