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Cooper Flagg's All-Around Game Captivates Cameron Indoor Stadium Debut
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cooper Flagg's All-Around Game Captivates Cameron Indoor Stadium Debut

Associated Press  

Cooper Flagg shines in Duke debut, leading Blue Devils to victory against Maine. The 6-foot-9 freshman showcased his versatility and playmaking abilities with 18 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and one dunk. Despite a rough shooting start, he showed his ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates and disrupt the defense with his hustle and athleticism. The game marked …

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Cooper Flagg: Handling the Spotlight with Grace and Skill
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cooper Flagg: Handling the Spotlight with Grace and Skill

Associated Press  

Cooper Flagg, a highly touted prospect, wants to keep things simple and avoid the hype surrounding him. He's focused on playing basketball and managing the attention he receives. His game is characterized by his versatility and confidence, and he's already drawing comparisons to Zion Williamson. Despite the intense spotlight, Flagg remains grounded and handles the additional attention with grace and …

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Duke Basketball Legend Bobby Hurley Returns to Cameron for Charity Exhibition, but Feels Out of Place
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Duke Basketball Legend Bobby Hurley Returns to Cameron for Charity Exhibition, but Feels Out of Place

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Hurley's return to Duke ends in an exhibition blowout loss, but with plenty of love, too. The 53-year-old Hurley was left in the awkward position of savoring emotions stirred from his Duke return yet being flustered by Arizona State's performance in a game he said was 'littered with failure' for a team picked to finish 12th in the expanded 16-team …

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Chaos Reigns as Duke's Defense Struggles to Contain SMU Offense
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Chaos Reigns as Duke's Defense Struggles to Contain SMU Offense

Associated Press  

Duke's defense is clicking on both sides of the ball, but the Blue Devils' offense is struggling to find its rhythm. The Blue Devils are ranked seventh nationally in sacks per game (3.43) and leads the country in tackles for loss at 9.9 per game, but they have allowed 37.7 lost yards per game for opponents. Duke will need to …

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Cooper Flagg's Arrival: A Transformative Addition for No. 7 Duke
2 months ago

Cooper Flagg's Arrival: A Transformative Addition for No. 7 Duke

Associated Press  

No. 7 Duke has undergone a significant roster overhaul, welcoming 10 new players to the team. Cooper Flagg, a highly-touted freshman, joins the roster, while other key additions include Tyrese Proctor, Caleb Foster, and Khaman Maluach. Departures and arrivals include Kyle Filipowski, Jeremy Roach, and Mark Mitchell. The Blue Devils open the season ranked high in the top 10, but …

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Duke Triumphs Over Florida State, Earns First Victory in 23-16 Battle
2 months ago

Duke Triumphs Over Florida State, Earns First Victory in 23-16 Battle

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Duke University emerged victorious against Florida State University in a thrilling 23-16 match on Friday night. The Blue Devils dominated the defense, forcing three turnovers and scoring 17 points in the first half. Despite a late fumble, Duke secured the win with a last-minute touchdown. This victory marks Duke's first victory over Florida State in 23 consecutive meetings and a …

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Duke Aims to Break Open a Tense Battle with Seminoles
2 months ago

Duke Aims to Break Open a Tense Battle with Seminoles

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Duke looks to snap Florida State's winning streak when the Seminoles visit Friday night. The Blue Devils are coming off a loss to Notre Dame and are looking to bounce back from their first loss of the Manny Diaz era. Duke will be without their top quarterback, Jordan Moore, who is out with an injury. The Seminoles, on the other …

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Duke Basketball Twins Cameron and Cayden Boozer Commit to Blue Devils
2 months, 1 week ago

Duke Basketball Twins Cameron and Cayden Boozer Commit to Blue Devils

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Sons of Duke standout Carlos Boozer announce their commitment to the Blue Devils, continuing a strong recruiting run for the program under coach Jon Scheyer. The duo, both highly-rated prospects, join a talented incoming class that includes Cooper Flagg, Isaiah Foster, Kon Knueppal, Pat Ngongba, and Darren Harris.

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New Coach Lee Sets Defense First, Aims to Ignite Hornets' Offense
2 months, 3 weeks ago

New Coach Lee Sets Defense First, Aims to Ignite Hornets' Offense

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Coach Charles Lee emphasizes defense as the Hornets begin a new era. He sets four straight defensive drills to emphasize the importance of effort and on-the-ball defense. Lee views players like LaMelo Ball and Cody Martin as his best on-the-ball defenders, but says Ball needs to see more effort on defense. He also views Josh Green and Brandon Miller as …

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