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Duke Defeats Wake Forest, Secures 13th Straight Win

1/26/2025

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Summary

Duke Dominates Wake

In a thrilling ACC showdown on January 25, 2025, the Duke Blue Devils edged out the Wake Forest Demon Deacons 63-56. Cooper Flagg shone brightly, scoring 24 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. As Wake Forest rallied in the second half, Duke's strategic shift to a zone defense proved pivotal, clinching their 13th straight victory and preserving their perfect conference record.

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Duke Defeats SMU

Duke women's basketball delivered a stunning 35-point triumph over SMU, demonstrating remarkable defensive prowess. After a rocky start, they surged ahead, outscoring SMU 57-25 and stifling their shooting to just 20.5%. Coach Kara Lawson commended the team's dedication, as they prepare to face formidable rivals Georgia Tech and N.C. State.

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Historical Context

On January 25, 2025, Duke's Cooper Flagg led the Blue Devils to their 13th straight victory, echoing the team's historical dominance since 1905. Duke has claimed five NCAA championships, with legendary players like Christian Laettner paving the way for future stars and solidifying their ACC legacy.

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Duke Dominates Wake

In a thrilling ACC showdown on January 25, 2025, the Duke Blue Devils edged out the Wake Forest Demon Deacons 63-56. Cooper Flagg shone brightly, scoring 24 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. As Wake Forest rallied in the second half, Duke's strategic shift to a zone defense proved pivotal, clinching their 13th straight victory and preserving their perfect conference record.

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