Duke’s Miami Miracle Collapses—NC State Clears the Path to Glory

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:40:07 +0000

Duke’s Miracle Woes: The Miami Force Collapse and NC State’s Rise to Championship Glory In the high-stakes drama of college basketball, few stories rival the dramatic back-and-forth of the 2023 season’s Miami Miracle collapse and the electrifying ascent of NC State. While Duke basked in national acclaim following their breathtaking Cinderella run, their Miami fiction crumbled—a stark reminder that even fan favorites face fierce challenges. Meanwhile, NC State carved their own path to glory, proving resilience and determination can climb destiny’s steepest ladders. Here’s the full story. --- ### Duke’s Miami Miracle: A Shattered Dream