Main Story

Duquesne rallied from an 11-point deficit to beat Washington State, 72-71, when junior Kerem Konan scored and made the go-ahead free throw with 12 seconds left. The Dukes improved to 3-0, powered by a late defensive stand and a 16-4 run that turned the game around.

By the Numbers
  • Konan: 13 points, 5 rebounds and a career-high 9 assists.
  • Arness Lawson: a career-high 12 points, including 8 in the second half.
  • Duquesne outscored Washington State 40-20 in the paint and 12-2 on fast breaks.
  • Washington State made 11 of 25 3-pointers (44%).
Yes, But

Washington State led for 34 minutes and 38 seconds and held an 11-point advantage with 8:37 remaining. The Cougars still had a chance at the buzzer, but Lazerek Houston’s jumper missed.

State of Play
  • Duquesne is 3-0 for the second straight season and has won four consecutive home games, trailing at some point in each.
  • The win was the Dukes’ first over a Pac-12 member since 1975 and their first-ever meeting with Washington State.
What’s Next

Duquesne continues its five-game season-opening homestand against Binghamton on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 7:30 p.m. ET.

Bottom Line

The Dukes’ comeback showed they can stay composed under pressure—and finish with defense when the game is on the line.