Kansas vs Duke Basketball Betting: Can KU Cover Double-Digit Spread?

Entering tonight's Champions Classic matchup between Kansas and Duke, the line has shifted several times leading up to tip-off.

While the No. 5-ranked Blue Devils would still be the favorites if both teams were at full health, bettors are monitoring the status of Darryn Peterson.

KU's freshman star has missed the past two games due to a hamstring issue, and head coach Bill Self said last week that he would be out for the "immediate future."

That has left a lot of uncertainty surrounding whether he will play or not. However, will the Blue Devils be able to cover such a steep line?

Kansas vs. Duke Betting Outlook

Spread: Kansas +11.5 (-120), Duke -11.5 (-102)
Moneyline: Kansas +500, Duke -720
Over/Under: 148.5 points

As of Tuesday afternoon, the Blue Devils are 11.5-point favorites on FanDuel Sportsbook. That line was once in the single digits, but Peterson's status has left people skeptical.

For those interested in taking a KU bet, there is a lot of reason to go against the spread and choose Kansas at an alternate spread or even on the moneyline. Fans placing a $100 bet on Kansas to come out victorious would win back $500, a decent price to pay for a potential big-time payout.