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Duke Dominates Virginia Tech, Extends Win Streak to Nine

2/1/2026

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Duke Extends Win Streak

Duke Blue Devils defeated Virginia Tech 72-58 on January 31, 2026, extending a nine-game win streak and a 9-0 ACC record.
Cameron Boozer led Duke with 24 points, eight rebounds, and five assists.
Virginia Tech trailed by 16 early, narrowed the gap to six, but scored only two points in the final six minutes.
Duke's defense held Virginia Tech to a season-low 58 points, with Amani Hansberry scoring 20.

History

Historical Context

The 1990 NCAA Basketball Championship marked a turning point as the UNLV Runnin' Rebels defeated Duke 103-73, securing their first national title. This victory capped a remarkable season with a 30-5 record. Duke's recent resurgence, highlighted by their win over Virginia Tech, reflects ongoing rivalries and competitive dynamics within the Atlantic Coast Conference, shaping the landscape of college basketball.

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Duke Extends Win Streak

Duke Blue Devils defeated Virginia Tech 72-58 on January 31, 2026, extending a nine-game win streak and a 9-0 ACC record.
Cameron Boozer led Duke with 24 points, eight rebounds, and five assists.
Virginia Tech trailed by 16 early, narrowed the gap to six, but scored only two points in the final six minutes.
Duke's defense held Virginia Tech to a season-low 58 points, with Amani Hansberry scoring 20.

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