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Dominant Duke Beats Miami 97-60, Proctor Injured

2/26/2025

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Summary

Duke Dominates Miami

Duke's powerhouse performance against Miami ended in a resounding 97-60 victory, led by Kon Knueppel's 20 points and Cooper Flagg's impressive 16 points and 6 assists. Yet, the triumph was marred by Tyrese Proctor's knee injury late in the first half, casting a shadow over the Blue Devils' impressive 25-3 record and 16-1 ACC standing.

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Proctor Injured, Evans Shines

In a thrilling 97-60 victory over Miami, Duke basketball guard Tyrese Proctor faced a setback, injuring his left knee and leaving the court on crutches. Just moments after reaching the milestone of 1,000 career points, Proctor's absence was felt, but freshman Isaiah Evans rose to the occasion, contributing 16 points. Coach Jon Scheyer is set to evaluate Proctor's condition.

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Historical Context

Duke's 97-60 victory over Miami echoes their storied legacy, including the 2018-19 season when they reached the Elite Eight. Tyrese Proctor's injury recalls past setbacks, like Zion Williamson's in 2019, reminding fans that even powerhouse teams face challenges on their path to glory.

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Duke Dominates Miami

Duke's powerhouse performance against Miami ended in a resounding 97-60 victory, led by Kon Knueppel's 20 points and Cooper Flagg's impressive 16 points and 6 assists. Yet, the triumph was marred by Tyrese Proctor's knee injury late in the first half, casting a shadow over the Blue Devils' impressive 25-3 record and 16-1 ACC standing.

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