Duke, Houston and Final Four
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The Cougars return to the national championship game for the first time since 1984.
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Cryer is playing his fifth college season as the leading scorer for Houston, which faces Florida for the NCAA title.
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One of the biggest winners of the NCAA Tournament was Clayton Jr., who raised his draft stock with standout performances en route to a national title.
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Duke looked all set to play for the national title in the NCAA men's tournament before an epic meltdown against Houston caused a heartbreaking loss.
Saturday's second national semifinal showdown in San Antonio at the Final Four will see No. 1 seed Duke face No. 1 seed Houston in a rematch of last year's Sweet 16 clash won by the Blue Devils. Duke advanced to the Elite Eight last spring with a dramatic 54-51 win over the Cougars.
I told our guys after the game to be disappointed you lost, but do not be disappointed in your effort," said Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson after the heartbreaking loss to Florida on Monday.