One word vs. Georgia Tech: Devastating
By Michael Murata | 16 hours agoThis loss could very well prove to be the game that costs Duke the opportunity to play in March Madness. A devastating outcome to a hard-fought game.
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'Where does this lead to?': Duke men's basketball's loss at Georgia Tech provides another opportunity for growth
By Shane Smith | YesterdayWith the exception of Hurt and Goldwire, the majority of this year’s rotation is expected back in Durham next fall. Each game is a lesson learned for a team still developing every day.
Duke men's basketball falls to Georgia Tech in 2nd consecutive overtime loss
By Jake C. Piazza | YesterdayIt may not be the NCAA tournament just yet, but it is March. And this game was filled with madness for all 45 minutes.
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Five observations from Duke men's basketball's first half against Georgia Tech
By Shane Smith | YesterdayDuke and Georgia Tech are in the middle of a tight battle, with both squads coming out of the gates playing like two teams who know their NCAA tournament hopes are heavily riding on this game.
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Preview: Guard play, rebounding will be essential for Duke men's basketball against Georgia Tech
By Cameron DeChurch | 2 days agoThe Yellow Jackets are on a four-game win streak and coming off big victories against No. 22 Virginia Tech and Syracuse, so Duke will have to be ready for a hardfought matchup.
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X-Factor: Jordan Goldwire's defense will be key against Georgia Tech
By Jonathan Jantz | 2 days agoIf the Blue Devils are to survive the fourth-highest scoring offense in the ACC, they are going to need Goldwire to limit their productivity and efficiency.
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Report: Former Duke men's basketball guard Cassius Stanley to participate in NBA Slam Dunk contest
By Max Rego | 3 days agoDuring his short time in Durham, Cassius Stanley dazzled Blue Devil fans with his jaw-dropping athleticism and highlight-reel dunks. Now, he'll have a chance to show off that flair for the spectacular on NBA All-Star weekend.
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One word vs. Louisville: Flat
By Cameron DeChurch | 3 days agoAlthough this was not an ideal last game in Cameron Indoor Stadium for the seniors, there is still a path to the big dance and it starts Tuesday with Georgia Tech.
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Column: What will it take for Duke men’s basketball to make the NCAA tournament?
By Glen Morgenstern | 4 days agoWith just two games left in the regular season, the Blue Devils’ postseason outlook is not ideal and Duke’s lack of success begs the question: What will it take to make the tournament?
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BUBBLE TROUBLE: Duke men's basketball falls to Louisville, puts NCAA tournament hopes in jeopardy
By Derek Saul | 4 days agoThe best game of Matthew Hurt’s career wasn’t enough. Somehow, Hurt’s career-high 37 points didn’t end in a Duke victory in Saturday night's overtime thriller. A Louisville team led by superior perimeter play and relentless offensive rebounding escaped Cameron Indoor Stadium with an 80-73 win in a game that carried serious implications for a coveted at-large bid in the NCAA tournament.
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Five observations from Duke men's basketball's first half against Louisville
By Glen Morgenstern | 4 days agoAlthough Matthew Hurt has starred thus far, Duke has not been able to stop the Cardinals’ offense, with Louisville taking a 36-26 advantage into the break. Here are five observations from the game’s first 20 minutes.
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Preview: Duke men's basketball set to take on Louisville with major NCAA tournament implications
By Evan Kolin | 6 days agoESPN's Joe Lunardi has Louisville as one of the final eight teams making the tournament in his latest bracket, with the Blue Devils sitting as one of the final eight teams left out.
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X-Factor: Duke men's basketball needs another well-rounded performance from Jeremy Roach against Louisville
By Sam Mickenberg | 6 days agoThis recent stretch of improved play has put Duke right back into the conversation for the NCAA tournament, and its next test comes Saturday against Louisville.
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Then and now: How has Duke men's basketball changed since its last matchup with Louisville?
By Cameron DeChurch | 6 days agoThe 70-65 loss for the Blue Devils can largely be attributed to foul trouble, poor rebounding and missed opportunities, but Duke has made significant improvements in all three of those areas since the first matchup.
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Three former Blue Devils receive All-Star nods, including first for Zion Williamson
By Micah Hurewitz | February 24, 2021While Coach K’s Duke team faces an uncertain future, his former protégés are succeeding in the NBA like never before.
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Duke in the NBA: Williamson shines, Jones and Carey impress in G League
By Michael Murata | February 24, 2021Several former Blue Devils have had an impressive first half in the 2020-21 season.
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Column: Can Duke men's basketball keep 'cooking'?
By Derek Saul | February 23, 2021There’s real reason to think that something has changed with this team, and that they can continue to bolster their case for a bid to March Madness.
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One word for Duke men's basketball vs. Syracuse: Rejuvenating
By Jonathan Levitan | February 23, 2021While it is best not to put too much stock into a win over a mid-tier team such as the Orange, it is hard not to be excited about Duke’s resurgence after another stellar outing Monday night.
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ORANGE CRUSHED: Duke men's basketball blows out Syracuse to extend win streak to 4
By Conner McLeod | February 22, 2021The Blue Devils' season-long improvement was put on full display against the Orange from the first possession.
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Five observations from Duke men's basketball's first half against Syracuse
By Derek Saul | February 22, 2021Duke's offense was firing on all cylinders in the first half against Syracuse.
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Duke men's basketball falls to Georgia Tech in 2nd consecutive overtime loss
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'We're letting students down': Professors describe exhaustion, issues with personal connection during virtual learning
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Report: Former Duke men's basketball guard Cassius Stanley to participate in NBA Slam Dunk contest
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