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Duke Rallies Past Siena, Prepares for TCU Showdown

3/21/2026

Summary

Story summary

Duke University men's basketball defeated Siena College men's basketball 71-65 in the NCAA Tournament first round, overcoming an 11-point halftime deficit.
Duke head coach Jon Scheyer said he was outcoached by Siena head coach Gerry McNamara, who used a no-substitution strategy.
Duke forward Cameron Boozer posted 22 points and 13 rebounds.
Duke started slowly.
Patrick Ngongba may return, adding depth as Duke faces Texas Christian University (TCU) next.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Tournament marked a pivotal moment in college basketball, expanding to 64 teams and showcasing Villanova's historic upset over Georgetown, the defending champions, with a score of 66-64. This victory, characterized by Villanova's remarkable 78.6% shooting, captivated 8.4 million viewers and solidified the tournament's status as a cultural phenomenon, influencing fan engagement and the financial landscape of college basketball.

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Story summary

Duke University men's basketball defeated Siena College men's basketball 71-65 in the NCAA Tournament first round, overcoming an 11-point halftime deficit.
Duke head coach Jon Scheyer said he was outcoached by Siena head coach Gerry McNamara, who used a no-substitution strategy.
Duke forward Cameron Boozer posted 22 points and 13 rebounds.
Duke started slowly.
Patrick Ngongba may return, adding depth as Duke faces Texas Christian University (TCU) next.

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