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Duke had a clear size advantage over their opponent; however, as the game progressed, the cracks began to show. A barrage of three-point shots just before halftime allowed Houston to retain their morale, which was astonishing given that they were being outplayed for the majority of the first half. This unexpected confidence boost proved to be pivotal.
Two guards, particularly impactful with their shooting, kept the game competitive. Observers noted how Duke, despite having dominated much of the game, could not close it out, raising the significant question: how did a team with such stellar talent fail to secure a win?