As the USA Basketball coach, Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski was one of many who watched in horror when Paul George broke his leg during a USA Basketball scrimmage in August.

And now, as George prepares to return to the court, a happy coincidence provided Krzyzewski an opportunity to wish him well on his return.

Krzyzewski is in Indianapolis for the Final Four, where his Blue Devils beat 7-seed Michigan State for a spot in the championship game against Wisconsin on Monday night.

George will play 10-15 minutes off the bench in the Pacers’ game against the Heat on Sunday night.

“It’s almost (like) being drafted again,” George said according to the Indy Star, “and getting thrown back out there for the first time and fans getting a glimpse of their newest player, it’s that same feel.”