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Duke Aims to Extend Winning Streak Against NC State

3/5/2026

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Summary

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The Duke Blue Devils will face the North Carolina State Wolfpack on Monday night, aiming to extend their six-game winning streak.
Duke recently defeated No. 11 Virginia by 26 points.
Freshman Cameron Boozer leads Duke in points, rebounds, and assists.
Duke posts the nation's best defensive rating at 88.3.
Analysts expect Duke to cover the 9.5-point spread, noting North Carolina State Wolfpack's back-to-back losses and limited frontcourt depth.

History

Historical Context

The Duke Blue Devils won their first NCAA Championship in 1991, defeating the Kansas Jayhawks 72-65, led by star player Christian Laettner. This victory marked a significant milestone, as Duke became the first team since UCLA in 1973 to win back-to-back titles, solidifying their legacy in college basketball and setting high expectations for future performances against rivals like North Carolina State.

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Story summary

The Duke Blue Devils will face the North Carolina State Wolfpack on Monday night, aiming to extend their six-game winning streak.
Duke recently defeated No. 11 Virginia by 26 points.
Freshman Cameron Boozer leads Duke in points, rebounds, and assists.
Duke posts the nation's best defensive rating at 88.3.
Analysts expect Duke to cover the 9.5-point spread, noting North Carolina State Wolfpack's back-to-back losses and limited frontcourt depth.

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