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Siena Saints Battle No. 1 Duke Without Key Player

3/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Siena College Saints men's basketball team faces No. 1 Duke in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament.
The Saints will compete without Antonio Chandler after he was ruled ineligible.
Chandler's attempts to regain eligibility were unsuccessful, ending his legal efforts.
Riley Mulvey, a transfer from Iowa, has stepped up, averaging 7 points and 9.5 rebounds in the last four games.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA Tournament expanded in 1982, increasing competition among collegiate teams. North Carolina won the championship, led by star freshman Michael Jordan, who later became a global icon. This evolution in college basketball continues today, as Siena College faces No. 1 Duke, reflecting ongoing challenges in player eligibility and the impact of NCAA regulations on student-athletes' careers.

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Story summary

Siena College Saints men's basketball team faces No. 1 Duke in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament.
The Saints will compete without Antonio Chandler after he was ruled ineligible.
Chandler's attempts to regain eligibility were unsuccessful, ending his legal efforts.
Riley Mulvey, a transfer from Iowa, has stepped up, averaging 7 points and 9.5 rebounds in the last four games.

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