The 2026 NCAA Tournament has already delivered one of the greatest moments in March Madness history, and the Final Four hasn’t even started yet. After Braylon Mullins’ jaw-dropping buzzer-beating three-pointer sent UConn past Duke in the Elite Eight, college basketball fans are buzzing about what promises to be an unforgettable Final Four weekend at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

The Shot Heard Around the Basketball World

If you somehow missed it, here’s what happened on Sunday. No. 1 overall seed Duke had UConn buried, leading by 19 points and cruising toward a Final Four berth. At halftime, the Blue Devils held a commanding 44-29 advantage — UConn’s largest deficit of the entire season. No. 1 seeds had been 134-0 all time when leading by 15 or more at the half. Duke was 27-0 in those situations.

None of that mattered. UConn clawed back behind center Tarris Reed’s dominant interior play and clutch performances from guards Silas Demary Jr. and Solomon Ball. Then came the moment that will live in highlight reels forever. With seconds remaining and the Huskies still trailing 72-70, Demary deflected a Duke pass. Mullins scooped up the steal, fired ahead to Alex Karaban, who whipped it right back. Mullins — who had missed all four of his previous three-point attempts — pulled up from 35 feet near the logo and buried it with just 0.4 seconds left on the clock.

Final score: UConn 73, Duke 72. The Huskies had their first lead since the opening minute, and it was the only one that counted.

Your 2026 Final Four Matchups

Here is what is on tap for Saturday, April 4 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis:

Game 1 — No. 2 UConn vs. No. 3 Illinois (6:09 PM ET on TBS)

UConn rides a wave of pure momentum into this one. The Huskies are battle-tested after their comeback against Duke, and freshmen like Mullins have shown they can deliver on the biggest stage. Illinois punched their ticket behind a 25-point eruption from Keaton Wagler, sending the Fighting Illini to their first Final Four since 2005. This matchup pits UConn’s experienced roster against Illinois’ high-powered offense in what could be the game of the tournament.

Game 2 — No. 1 Arizona vs. No. 1 Michigan (8:49 PM ET on TBS)

The nightcap features two No. 1 seeds squaring off in a heavyweight battle. Arizona has been one of the most dominant teams in the country all season, while Michigan has shown remarkable consistency throughout the tournament. Both teams have the talent and depth to win it all, making this a true toss-up heading into Saturday night.

Why This Final Four Is Special

Beyond the incredible basketball, there are storylines everywhere you look. Braylon Mullins, the hero of the Duke game, is from Greenfield, Indiana — less than 30 miles from Lucas Oil Stadium. He will essentially be playing a home game in the Final Four, and the crowd energy could be electric.

Illinois has not reached the Final Four in over two decades, and their fanbase is absolutely fired up. Meanwhile, Arizona and Michigan represent college basketball blue bloods with national championship aspirations that could define their programs for years to come.

How to Watch

Both Final Four games air on TBS and truTV on Saturday, April 4, with streaming available on Max (HBO). The National Championship game follows on Monday, April 6. Whether you are filling out a bracket or just tuning in for the drama, this is shaping up to be one of the best Final Four weekends in recent memory.

After what Braylon Mullins and UConn pulled off against Duke, anything feels possible. And that is exactly what makes March Madness the greatest event in sports.