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Duke Basketball Clash With UConn Won't Include Ex-Blue Devil Nik Khamenia

At the Elite Eight in Washington, D.C., on March 29, then-Duke basketball freshman Nik Khamenia tallied seven points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal across his 22 minutes on the floor in the Blue Devils' crushing 73-72 loss to the UConn Huskies.

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Duke Basketball Reportedly in To See Coveted 2028 Prospect

The Duke Blue Devils have made some strides on the 2027 and 2028 recruiting trails. Jon Scheyer and his staff have sealed three commitments so far in the 2027 group: 5-star forwards Kager Knueppel and Asa Montgomery, and Australian 6'6" point guard Luke Paul.

Duke Blue Devils News / DukeBlog / November 12

Duke Defeated by MSU 79-73, Sky falling or a One Off? My Thoughts

There were concerning things about Duke’s 6-point loss to Michigan State 79-73, but there were some areas to be excited about as well. Obviously the performance wasn’t what we are used to when we watch Duke Basketball, but honestly, I’ve been a little more reticent than most who follow and cover this team to believe the hype.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 12

Schedule Building In The ACC

When team schedules are revealed prior to the season observers tend to scan them, then move on. Periodic check-ins to view the path ahead occur from time

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / November 12

How Boumtje Boumtje Can Take Next Steps As Key Duke Rotation Piece

Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje is still a 17-year-old freshman finding his way in college basketball. After a stellar collegiate debut, in which Boumtje Boumtje

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 12

How Good Is UCLA’s Kusturika?

There’s been a lot of fuss about UCLA’s Nikola Kusturica, but we haven’t really watched him very much, basically through highlights. But we’ve seen enough to get the basic idea.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / November 12

2 Clear Positives From Duke Basketball's Champions Classic Defeat

Duke didn't have its best stuff on Tuesday night. The Blue Devils fell 79-73 to No. 5 Michigan State in the State Farm Champions Classic on Tuesday night in Chicago, and MSU was clearly the better team.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 12

ACC Roundup: Notre Dame Wins, Cal Loses

In Wednesday’s ACC Action, Notre Dame beat South Carolina State, 99-59, and Cal lost to old PAC-12 rival USC, 77-65. Roberts had a career night, tying the school record for made three-pointers with 10, finishing with 36 points.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 12

YouTube Gold: Cooper Flagg Is Well On His Way To Greatness

Former Duke star Cooper Flagg is now in his second NBA season, and so far, he’s just crushing it. He’s still 19 – he won’t turn 20 until next month – and he’s not playing like a normal young player.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / November 11

Duke Basketball Must Take 'Collective Responsibility' for Early Loss

Duke basketball never led against the No. 5-ranked Michigan State Spartans in the No. 2 Blue Devils' eventual 79-73 loss at the Champions Classic in Chicago's United Center on Tuesday night.

Duke Blue Devils News / The Spun / November 11

Duke Fan Was Convinced They Were Going Undefeated This Season. They Lost In Game 3

A Duke Blue Devils men’s basketball fan was convinced that the team was going undefeated this season. The Blue Devils, who last won the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament in 2015, entered the 2026-27 as a major favorite to win it all.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 11

The Difference Between November and March

There are plenty of reasons Duke lost to Michigan State in last night’s Champions Classic. Duke’s primary offensive engines—John Blackwell and Patrick Ngongba II—combined to shoot 8 for 23 from the field.

College Football News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / November 11

Matchup Against Former Blue Devils May Inspire Duke Football

One year ago, the Duke Blue Devils were producing one of the best offenses in college football. Led by talented quarterback Darian Mensah, wide receiver

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 11

ACC Roundup – Virginia, FSU, BC Impress

In Tuesday’s ACC Action, Florida State made a competitive statement against Florida, losing 81-72, Virginia Tech made one of its own, beating Iowa in overtime

College Football News / 5 GOATs / November 10

Duke at Miami odds: Early point spread revealed

An intriguing ACC matchup is on its way in Week 11, as Duke heads south to take on Miami on Saturday. It’s an underrated matchup, and the early Polymarket odds have now been revealed.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 10

A Closer Look At ACC Free Throws And Three-Pointers

Newly arriving coaches often employ a bit of unorthodoxy to make a mark. In 1985 new Clemson coach Cliff Ellis went with scrambling defense and a decidedly uptempo offense in a staid league.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / November 10

How Duke Football Defense Can Lead Potential Upset Bid

The Duke football program is on a big-time roll, but it's got its most daunting matchup of the 2026 season on deck against No. 5 Miami (8-1, 6-0). Over the last two games, Duke outscored Boston College and NC State 88-5.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / November 9

Duke's Cayden Boozer Reacts to Caleb Foster Announcement

Caleb Foster has is in his fourth year building his reputation at Duke, and his latest recognition has drawn an enthusiastic response from one of his teammates.

College Football News / Ball Exclusives / November 7

Duke Beats NC State 41–3 Behind Sheppard’s 217 Yards, Pellicciotta’s Kick Six

Duke Blue Devils running back Nate Sheppard rushed for 217 yards and three touchdowns, and safety Andrew Pellicciotta returned a missed field goal 100 yards for a touchdown, as Duke beat NC State Wolfpack 41–3 on Saturday at Carter-Finley Stadium.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 7

Duke's Nate Sheppard strengthens Heisman case against NC State

Duke's Nate Sheppard strengthens Heisman case after performance against NC State

The Heisman Trophy ceremony is 35 days away, and Sheppard could receive an invitation.

Nate Sheppard makes program history as Duke blasts NC State

Duke's Manny Diaz not taking the bait regarding Florida State opening

The 'ACC football championship winners' quiz

College Basketball (W) News / EssentiallySports / November 7

Duke Willing to Pay Opponent as Kara Lawson Faces Unexpected Scheduling Crisis Ahead of Sunday’s Game

Duke was willing to pay another team just to play them. That is where Kara Lawson and the Blue Devils find themselves days before their next scheduled game.

College Basketball News / Busting Brackets / November 6

Duke's 61-point victory revealed a player who could change its championship ceiling

Duke was expected to defeat Coastal Carolina on Thursday night. The Blue Devils entered the game ranked second nationally, playing at Cameron Indoor Stadium against an opponent facing a substantial talent disadvantage.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Duke's 17-Year-Old Freshman Could Become College Basketball's Most Fascinating Newcomer

Duke enters another men’s college basketball season ranked among the nation’s best teams, but one of the most interesting players on Jon Scheyer’s roster is not old enough to vote.

2026 Fall College Baseball Reset: Duke

Even though the Duke Blue Devils were fresh off a Super Regionals berth in 2026, it was a very different year for the school. Head coach Corey Muscara was tasked with rebuilding the program after Chris Pollard left, and the first season under him resulted in a 26-31 record.

Duke Blue Devils News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Duke player issues statement about swatting away female staff member

The Duke Blue Devils football player who drew criticism for swatting at a female staff member has issued a statement about the incident. Cornerback Kimari Robinson issued the statement on social media and offered an apology for his actions.