Sports | Basketball - The Chronicle

Mark Mitchell (25), Kyle Filipowski (30) and Jared McCain converse during Duke's win against Hofstra.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

No. 21 Duke men's basketball flashes elite scoring potential, depth in runaway win against Hofstra

By Caleb Dudley | December 13, 2023

After back-to-back road losses at unranked Arkansas and Georgia Tech, No. 21 Duke’s season seemed to be teetering on the edge early. But while the job is certainly nowhere close to finished, Tuesday night’s 89-68 win against Hofstra showed Blue Devil fans the true potential of their team.

Sophomore center Kyle Filipowski shoots a 3-pointer against Hofstra.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

And one: Filipowski's big night, efficient shooting power No. 21 Duke men's basketball to victory against Hofstra

By Josh Alms | December 13, 2023

After each Duke men’s basketball game this season, check back here for the Player of the Game and more. The Blue Devils stayed hot Tuesday against Hofstra, riding a strong second half to a 89-68 victory.

Kyle Filipowski shoots a three during Duke's win against Hofstra.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Filipowski's dominant day propels No. 21 Duke men's basketball past Hofstra for second-consecutive home win

By Micah Hurewitz | December 12, 2023

A battle of 3-point shooting had Duke fans uneasy early on, but a late first-half run propelled the 21st-ranked Blue Devils into a dominant second half and a 89-68 win in Cameron Indoor Stadium.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

5 observations from No. 21 Duke men's basketball's first half against Hofstra

By Caleb Dudley | December 12, 2023

The 21st-ranked Blue Devils took the floor at home Tuesday evening for a tricky matchup with hot-shooting Hofstra, looking for their second-consecutive win. It has not been smooth sailing so far, as Duke holds a narrow 44-39 lead at the break.

Jaylen Blakes stepped in with 15 points in Tyrese Proctor's absence.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Prop bets for No. 21 Duke men's basketball vs. Hofstra

By Myles Powicki | December 12, 2023

No. 21 Duke looks to keep up its momentum against Hofstra and the Blue Zone is here with some can't miss prop bets.

Freshman guard Jared McCain attacks the hoop against Charlotte.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Thoughts on the AP poll: Duke climbs one spot to No. 21, ACC starts season strong

By Tyler Walley | December 11, 2023

Following a bounce-back victory against Charlotte at home, Duke men’s basketball rose to No. 21 in the latest AP poll. The Blue Zone provides you with a summary of this week’s poll.

Delaney Thomas looks for an outlet during Duke's win against Florida Gulf Coast.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Duke women's basketball showcases resilience, next-woman-up mentality in win against Florida Gulf Coast

By Martin Heintzelman | December 10, 2023

In the first half, there looked to be a non-zero chance that it would be an 0-3 week for head coach Kara Lawson’s group. In the end, however, Duke demonstrated its adaptability.

Jared McCain had a career-high 21 points against Charlotte.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

And one: McCain's career day, fast-break offense help No. 22 Duke men's basketball defeat Charlotte

By JP Rivera | December 10, 2023

After each Duke men's basketball game this season, check back here for the Player of the Game and more. Duke got back to its winning ways against Charlotte behind a dominant backcourt performance, and the Blue Zone analyzes the action.

Kyle Filipowski only had five points against Charlotte Saturday afternoon.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

X-Factor: A bounce-back offensive game from Filipowski will aid No. 22 Duke men’s basketball against Hofstra

By Ryan Hamner | December 10, 2023

Following a comfortable win against Charlotte, the Blue Devils look to continue their momentum against Hofstra. As they match up against the Pride for the first time ever Tuesday, the Blue Zone is here with a key player from each squad.

Junior guard Jaylen Blakes shoots a 3-pointer against Charlotte.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Three points: Perimeter defense, ball movement critical for No. 22 Duke men's basketball against Hofstra

By Josh Alms | December 10, 2023

The Blue Devils got back on track Saturday against Charlotte, and they will look to continue their success at home Tuesday against Hofstra. In anticipation of the matchup, the Blue Zone brings three keys to a Blue Devil victory.

Oluchi Okananwa fights for a shot under double coverage against Florida Gulf Coast.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Duke women's basketball overcomes slow start, roars to life in second half to defeat Florida Gulf Coast

By Luke Jovanovic | December 10, 2023

After a 19-point loss to Clemson during the week, Duke had the chance to respond against a talented, tough Florida Gulf Coast ballclub. Needing a statement victory for their identity, the Blue Devils stepped up and delivered.

Jared McCain steps back for a contested shot during Duke's win against Charlotte.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

No. 22 Duke men's basketball rediscovers its clinical shooting touch in bounce-back win against Charlotte

By Elliott Jarnot | December 10, 2023

Players experience hot streaks and shooting slumps that come and go throughout the year, and if too many shooters are cold at the same point in time, a team can drop some games they are favored to win. Back in the comfort of their home stadium to take on Charlotte Saturday afternoon, though, the Blue Devils found their groove.

Kyle Filipowski slams the ball home over a Charlotte defender.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

No. 22 Duke men’s basketball finds its offensive rhythm, takes down Charlotte to snap losing skid

By Ranjan Jindal | December 9, 2023

After two-straight losses, Duke bounced back with a 80-56 win against Charlotte behind a strong performance from guards Jeremy Roach, Jared McCain and Jaylen Blakes.

Jared McCain releases a shot during the first half of Duke's game against Charlotte.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

5 observations from No. 22 Duke men’s basketball’s first half against Charlotte

By Elliott Jarnot | December 9, 2023

Hoping to rebound from a pair of losses against Arkansas and Georgia Tech, the 22nd-ranked Blue Devils are back on the hardwood of Cameron Indoor Stadium Saturday afternoon against Charlotte. With 20 minutes still to play, Duke leads 45-27.

Tyrese Proctor (5) drives and makes the layup against Arkansas.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Analysis: Tyrese Proctor's all-around impact on Duke men's basketball, and how to account for his absence

By Dom Fenoglio | December 9, 2023

The loss to the Yellow Jackets showed that Duke is a different team with Proctor on the court than it is without him, and the numbers back it up. Let’s dive deeper into just how much Proctor means to the Blue Devils, and how they can recoup the deficits his injury may cause.

Freshman forward TJ Power shoots a free throw against Bucknell

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

X-factor: Power's spark off the bench key for No. 22 Duke men's basketball to get back on track

By Luke Rinaldi | December 8, 2023

After two tough road losses, the Blue Devils will look to get back on track at home against Charlotte. Before the game tips off Saturday, the Blue Zone brings you a key player from each squad.

Sophomore guard Taina Mair lays the ball in during Duke's loss to Clemson.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

'Undisciplined': 3-point struggles, tiring playstyle plague Duke women's basketball in defeat at Clemson

By Lilah Gorfain | December 8, 2023

From the very start of the game, Duke was playing catch-up to Clemson’s narrow lead. Although the Blue Devils were favored by 13.5 by HHS ahead of tipoff, they didn’t quite look the part on the court Thursday.

Emma Koabel drives with the ball during Duke's loss to Clemson.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Duke women's basketball stifled against Clemson, drops ACC opener for second-consecutive loss

By Elle Chavis | December 7, 2023

Following a near-upset against No. 1 South Carolina, the Blue Devils looked like a team that could hold its own against the biggest names in women’s college basketball. But from the first whistle, Duke came out as a different team than the one that had taken the top ranked team in the country Gamecocks to the final minutes.

Freshman forward TJ Power (12) has been a recent bright spot for the Blue Devils.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Three points: Starting strong, moving on from last week critical for No. 22 Duke men's basketball against Charlotte

By Colton Schwabe | December 7, 2023

Duke men's basketball looks to bounce back from its two-game losing streak as it returns home to face Charlotte. The Blue Zone identifies three keys to victory for the Blue Devils.

Former Duke guard Jayson Tatum has led the Boston Celtics to a 15-4 record atop the Eastern Conference.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Duke in the NBA: Tatum, Banchero lead teams to top of East, Lively continues strong start

By Myles Powicki | December 4, 2023

While Duke men’s basketball has had some recent struggles in its early-season slate, some former Blue Devils are finding success in the NBA. The Blue Zone takes a look at some Duke alum succeeding on the game’s biggest stage.