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Duke Surges Past Siena, Prepares for TCU Showdown

3/20/2026

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Summary

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In the first round of the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament, the Duke Blue Devils defeated the Siena Saints 71-65, marking Duke's 12th consecutive win and improving the season record to 33-2.
Duke trailed Siena 43-32 at halftime.
Cameron Boozer led Duke with 22 points and 13 rebounds.
Gavin Doty scored 21 points for Siena.
Duke will face No. 9 Texas Christian University (TCU) in the next round.

History

Historical Context

In 1982, the North Carolina Tar Heels, coached by Dean Smith, won their second NCAA Championship by defeating Georgetown 63-62, marking a significant moment in college basketball. This tournament, featuring 48 teams, showcased the sport's rising popularity and intense competition, exemplified by the legendary performances of future NBA stars Michael Jordan and Patrick Ewing, both freshmen at the time.

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Story summary

In the first round of the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament, the Duke Blue Devils defeated the Siena Saints 71-65, marking Duke's 12th consecutive win and improving the season record to 33-2.
Duke trailed Siena 43-32 at halftime.
Cameron Boozer led Duke with 22 points and 13 rebounds.
Gavin Doty scored 21 points for Siena.
Duke will face No. 9 Texas Christian University (TCU) in the next round.

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