Duke guard Nolan Smith seeks NCAA title to honor late father
Nolan Smith aims to win Duke's NCAA final against Butler at Lucas Oil Stadium to honor his father Derek Smith who died in 1996. The Duke junior says the pursuit fuels his emotion and focus as he adds motivation from his father’s past national title with Louisville.
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Duke Keeps Title Hopes Alive With West Virginia Win
Duke's trio of Scheyer Singler and Smith fueled a 73 57 victory over West Virginia as Duke edged toward a fourth title. Hayward and Mack battled cramps in Butler’s run, while Coach K nears second with four NCAA crowns.
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Butler Stages Historic Run Mirroring Hoosier Tale
Butler University rises from underdog status as Gordon Hayward leads the Bulldogs (33-4) toward a high stakes clash with Duke (34-5) at Hinkle Fieldhouse near Indianapolis. Coach Brad Stevens emphasizes team culture and academics while Duke relies on Kyle Singler Jon Scheyer and Nolan Smith as future pros.
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Butler Bulldogs Reach NCAA Title Game Against Duke
Ronald Nored leads Butler in a historic NCAA final as the 4 200 student Indiana school pursues a dream against Duke. Matt Howard may miss with a concussion while Brad Stevens emphasizes academics and progress amid a surreal underdog run.
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NCAA Championship Finals History Across Years
A chronological list of NCAA basketball finals results from 1939 to 2008, detailing winners and scores. Notable programs include Duke, Kentucky, UCLA, North Carolina, Connecticut, and Michigan State, with multiple titles across decades.
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Wisconsin
Washington State
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