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The Duke Blue Devils etched their third win of the season on Friday night. Duke took down SIU Edwardsville 90-47 at Cameron Indoor Stadium to improve to 3-1 overall on the 2026-27 campaign.

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ACC Roundup – UNC Falls At Home, Virginia Wins At Maryland – Again

In Friday’s ACC Action, Virginia nipped Maryland, 87-83, Georgia beat UNC in the Dean Dome, 78-70, Clemson lost to Georgetown, 85-78, Pitt took Butler at Hinkle, 76-64, Miami trounced North Alabama, 94-52, Virginia Tech left Mount St.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / November 14

4 Biggest Winners from Duke Basketball's Bounce-Back Win Over SIUE

The Duke Blue Devils got back in the win column on Friday night, taking down SIU Edwardsville 90-47 at Cameron Indoor Stadium. After a somewhat deflating loss to No.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 14

YouTube Gold: Duke-SIUE Highlights

The late Bob Knight used to dream of a team playing a perfect game. It’s never happened, it’s almost certainly never going to happen, but that was his dream.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 14

Duke Steamrolls SIUE, 90-47

Duke started slow against Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, missing nine of its first 11 shots, before things got going. Duke controlled the boards early though, and got off to an early, if slow lead, at 6-2.

Duke Blue Devils News / DukeBlog / November 13

Blue Devils Bounce Back 90-47 Against SIU-Edwardsville

The Blue Devils did bounce back against the SIU-Edwardsville Cougars 90-47. Was it a thing of beauty? No, but incremental steps are more likely to be the path forward rather than an instant fix.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / November 13

3 Instant Observations From Duke Basketball's Lopsided Win Over SIUE

Duke bounced back from its Champions Classic defeat to Michigan State with an 90-47 win over SIU Edwardsville at Cameron Indoor Stadium on Friday. Here are a few quick observations from the victory.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 13

Next Up – SIUE Visits Cameron

Duke welcomes Southern Illinois-Edwardsville to Cameron Friday, and there’s a nice surprise, at least to us: the Cougars’ coach is Brian Barone, son of Bubas-era guard Tony Barone.

College Basketball News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / November 13

Duke Basketball vs. SIU Edwardsville: Preview, Storylines

Duke has a get-right game on deck after suffering its first loss of the 2026-27 campaign. The Blue Devils will host SIU Edwardsville next after falling to No.

Nate Sheppard News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / November 13

What Nate Sheppard Can Prove This Weekend As Duke Meets Miami

The Duke football program will hit the road for its biggest game of the 2026 season this weekend. The Blue Devils (7-2, 4-2 ACC) will head south to take on No.

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

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 / 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.

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.

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

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Kara Lawson 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 / 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.