In a thrilling chapter of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, Pat McAfee sat down with Braylon Mullins, the hero of the hour, after his electrifying game-winner propelled the UConn Huskies back to the Final Four. Mullins, hailing from Indiana, brought his journey full circle by clinching a spot in Indianapolis.
The real story, though, was that unforgettable shot. Mullins, despite a rocky start going 0-for-4, showed the poise of a seasoned veteran.
With the clock winding down, he trusted his instincts. "I knew once I had the ball… I had to put one up," Mullins shared, reflecting on the surreal moment.
"It came off my hand pretty well. It’s crazy that was the one that went in."
McAfee highlighted the unwavering confidence of Mullins' teammates, who were caught on the CBS broadcast saying that any shot from Mullins had a chance. Mullins echoed that sentiment, emphasizing that his belief never wavered, even on a tough shooting night.
The emotional whirlwind was still fresh for Mullins, who described the experience as “crazy to process.”
Adding to the moment's gravitas, coaching legend Mike Krzyzewski made an appearance to commend Mullins for his clutch performance. "Congratulations, son," Coach K remarked.
"What an amazing moment. And how about your senior leader, Alex Karaban, having the confidence in you to make a historical pass before the historical shot."
Mullins' buzzer-beater is now etched in March Madness lore. As UConn prepares to take on Illinois, this iconic shot against Duke will be remembered as a defining moment of the tournament, celebrated for years to come.