Final Four Recap – April 6, 2025
The 2025 NCAA Tournament Final Four delivered drama and elite performances as Auburn and Duke secured their spots in the National Championship game. Here’s how both matchups unfolded:
🏀 Auburn 73, Florida 64
Game Summary:
Auburn’s dominance in the paint and control of the tempo helped them outlast a resilient Florida team. Johni Broome anchored the Tigers with 20 points and 11 rebounds, while Tre Donaldson added 14 points and played elite perimeter defense.
Florida stayed close behind the playmaking of Walter Clayton Jr., but Auburn’s 12-2 run late in the second half broke open a tight game.
Top Performers:
- Johni Broome (AUB): 20 PTS, 11 REB
- Tre Donaldson (AUB): 14 PTS, 3 STL
- Walter Clayton Jr. (UF): 17 PTS, 4 AST
🏀 Duke 69, Houston 66
Game Summary:
In the nightcap, Duke survived a late surge from the Houston Cougars in a physical, grind-it-out battle. The Blue Devils led most of the way thanks to Kyle Filipowski’s inside scoring and clutch free throws from Tyrese Proctor down the stretch.
Houston clawed back behind Jamal Shead and their suffocating defense, but a missed three-pointer at the buzzer sent Duke to the title game.
Top Performers:
- Kyle Filipowski (DUKE): 18 PTS, 9 REB
- Tyrese Proctor (DUKE): 14 PTS, 5 AST
- Jamal Shead (UH): 19 PTS, 6 AST
Championship Matchup Set
- 🟦 Auburn vs Duke 🟦
A classic East vs South battle awaits Monday night. Auburn will rely on its interior strength, while Duke brings shot-making and tournament experience into the final.
Call-to-Action (CTA):
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