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Jayhawks Battle Undefeated Blue Devils in Champions Classic

11/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The No. 25 Kansas Jayhawks will face the No. 4 Duke Blue Devils in the Champions Classic on November 18 at Madison Square Garden.
Kansas is 3-1 this season.
Darryn Peterson averages 21.5 points per game, despite a potential injury.
Duke is undefeated at 4-0, with freshman Cameron Boozer averaging 22.5 points per game.

History

Historical Context

The Champions Classic, launched on November 15, 2011, features elite college basketball teams Duke, Kansas, Kentucky, and Michigan State. This annual event showcases top programs, with Kansas holding the best record at 9-5. The competition highlights the ongoing significance of these storied rivalries, as teams vie for early-season momentum in NCAA Division I basketball.

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Story summary

The No. 25 Kansas Jayhawks will face the No. 4 Duke Blue Devils in the Champions Classic on November 18 at Madison Square Garden.
Kansas is 3-1 this season.
Darryn Peterson averages 21.5 points per game, despite a potential injury.
Duke is undefeated at 4-0, with freshman Cameron Boozer averaging 22.5 points per game.

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