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Duke Survives Siena Upset: Boozer Shines in Comeback

3/21/2026

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Summary

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Duke Blue Devils escaped an upset with a 71-65 win over Siena after trailing by 11 at halftime.
Duke head coach Jon Scheyer admitted he was outcoached by Siena's Gerry McNamara, citing a sluggish start.
Cameron Boozer scored 22 points for the Duke Blue Devils.
Gavin Doty of Siena led with 21 points, and Siena shot 23.5% in the second half while Duke advances to face No. 9 TCU.

History

Historical Context

In 1982, the North Carolina Tar Heels, coached by Dean Smith, won the NCAA Championship, highlighted by Michael Jordan's iconic shot. This victory marked a significant moment in college basketball, reflecting the competitive rivalry with teams like Duke. The evolution of coaching strategies and player performances continues to influence NCAA basketball, shaping future matchups and the sport's landscape.

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Story summary

Duke Blue Devils escaped an upset with a 71-65 win over Siena after trailing by 11 at halftime.
Duke head coach Jon Scheyer admitted he was outcoached by Siena's Gerry McNamara, citing a sluggish start.
Cameron Boozer scored 22 points for the Duke Blue Devils.
Gavin Doty of Siena led with 21 points, and Siena shot 23.5% in the second half while Duke advances to face No. 9 TCU.

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