David Dixon Caps Off Duquesne's Largest Comeback in Program History on Senior Day

Duquesne overcame a 30-point deficit to defeat Richmond 79-77 in dramatic fashion on Senior Day.

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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Duquesne found itself down by 30 points to Richmond with 6:01 left in the first half, but a remarkable comeback led by Alex Williams, Terance Guinyard, and senior David Dixon allowed the Dukes to pull off the largest comeback in program and Atlantic-10 history. Dixon scored the game-winning tip-in in the final seconds of his final home game, capping off an incredible turnaround for Duquesne.

Why it matters

Duquesne's historic comeback not only marked the largest rally in the program's history, but it was just the fourth time in Division-I basketball that a team has overcome a 30-point deficit. The win also clinched the 7th seed for Duquesne in the upcoming Atlantic-10 Tournament, setting them up for a postseason run.

The details

Duquesne trailed Richmond 40-10 with 6 minutes left in the first half, but a 15-1 run led by Alex Williams' three 3-pointers cut the deficit to 21 by halftime. In the second half, Duquesne continued to chip away, with Jimmie Williams and Maximus Edwards making key baskets to trim the lead. Terance Guinyard then scored 9 straight points, including a 3-pointer, to make it a 4-point game with under 2 minutes left. Alex Williams hit 4 straight free throws to tie it at 77-77, setting up Dixon's game-winning tip-in in the final seconds.

  • Duquesne trailed Richmond 40-10 with 6:01 left in the first half.
  • Duquesne cut the deficit to 21 points by halftime.
  • Duquesne chipped away at the lead in the second half, eventually tying the game at 77-77 with under a minute remaining.
  • David Dixon scored the game-winning tip-in with less than a second left in the game.
  • Duquesne clinched the 7th seed in the upcoming Atlantic-10 Tournament with the win.

The players

David Dixon

A senior at Duquesne who scored the game-winning tip-in in his final home game, capping off the largest comeback in program history.

Alex Williams

A Duquesne player who hit three 3-pointers in the first half to help spark the comeback.

Terance Guinyard

A Duquesne player who scored 9 straight points late in the second half to bring the Dukes back into the game.

Dru Joyce III

The head coach of the Duquesne Dukes who dialed up the winning play call in the final seconds.

Richmond Spiders

The opposing team that built a 30-point lead in the first half before Duquesne mounted its historic comeback.

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What they’re saying

“The way that stories write themselves is fascinating and the one that presented itself during Duquesne's regular season finale was nothing short of remarkable.”

— Adam Borst, Author (on3.com)

“David Dixon tips in the game winner for Duquesne in his last home game ever as a Duke!”

— Adam Borst, Author (Twitter (@AdamBorstPGH)

What’s next

Duquesne will play the No. 10 seed in the Atlantic-10 Tournament at 5 p.m. on Thursday at the PPG Paints Arena.

The takeaway

Duquesne's historic comeback not only showcased the team's resilience and determination, but it also provided a storybook ending for senior David Dixon, who cemented his legacy with the game-winning shot in his final home game. This remarkable turnaround will be remembered as one of the greatest comebacks in Duquesne and Atlantic-10 basketball history.