"When Mullins's shot initially went in, there was understandable pandemonium from UConn's bench. Hurley was also overcome by the energy of the moment when he locked eyes with an official and gave him an intense stare while they were forehead-to-forehead."
"Some social media users affectionately referred to Hurley as a psycho for the unorthodox move. Others noted that Hurley was taking a big risk in making contact with the official in that way."
"In any other moment or for any other coach, there's a good chance that move could've resulted in a costly technical foul. The referee chose to let it slide, acknowledging the moment's significance."
UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley created a buzz online after a heated exchange with an official during a game against Duke. UConn made a remarkable comeback, with Braylon Mullins hitting a last-second 3-pointer to win 73-72. Hurley's intense stare at the official sparked debate, with some calling him a 'psycho' for the celebration. Many noted the risk of a technical foul for such contact, but the referee chose to let it slide, acknowledging the moment's significance. UConn will now face Illinois in the Final Four.
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