N.C. State and its 2 DJs headed to 1st Final Four since 1983 after 76-64 win over Duke
Bruising big man DJ Burns Jr. scored a season-high 29 points, DJ Horne had 20 and 11th-seeded North Carolina State reached its first Final Four in four decades, beating Atlantic Coast Conference rival Duke 76-64 in the South Region final.
Jared McCain makes 8 3s, scores 30 points as Duke ends James Madison's March Madness run
Jared McCain scored 22 of his 30 points in the first half and set a Duke record for an NCAA Tournament game with eight 3-pointers as the Blue Devils ended 12th-seeded James Madisonโs dream season with a 93-55 second-round victory.
Richardson scores 28 as Duke rallies from 16-point deficit to beat Ohio State 75-63 in March Madness
Reigan Richardson scored 28 points and added seven rebounds as No. 7 Duke rallied from a 16-point first-half deficit to beat No. 2 Ohio State 75-63 on Sunday and earn a spot in the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2018.
Duke's Kyle Filipowski denies intentionally tripping UNC's Harrison Ingram in rivalry loss
Duke star big man Kyle Filipowski said he didnโt intend to trip North Carolina forward Harrison Ingram during the first half of Saturday nightโs rivalry game after the two got tangled as Filipowski defended a shot by Ingram.
Duke's Scheyer wants the ACC to implement measures to prevent court-storming after Filipowski injury
Duke coach Jon Scheyer wants the Atlantic Coast Conference to implement measures to prevent court-storming after star big man Kyle Filipowski was hobbled following a collision with a fan during a weekend loss at Wake Forest.
Krzyzewski K-O'd: North Carolina takes out coach, Duke 81-77
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewskiโs remarkable career came to a sudden end Saturday night after Caleb Love made a key 3-pointer and three late free throws to lift archrival North Carolina to a thrill-a-minute 81-77 victory over the Blue Devils in the national semifinals showdown.
Bubble watch: Boise St loses again; Syracuse, MSU also fall
The Spartans are seeking their 23rd straight NCAA Tournament appearance. In the Mountain West, Colorado State and Utah State succeeded where Boise State failed. Those two teams advanced to the semifinals of that tournament and have a chance to keep padding their resumes at a time when several other bubble teams can't. GAME TO WATCHColorado State faces Utah State in a Mountain West semifinal. On Thursday, Colorado State was one of the last at-large teams projected to make the field at bracketmatrix.com, and Utah State was one of the first teams out.
Duke pulls out of ACC Tournament, NCAA tourney streak ends
The ACC announced that the Blue Devils quarterfinal game with Florida State scheduled for Thursday night has been canceled. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)GREENSBORO, N.C. โ Duke arrived at the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament hoping to make an unprecedented run to extend its long NCAA Tournament streak. The ACC announced that the Blue Devils' quarterfinal game against No. And athletics director Kevin White said Duke's season is over, ending the Blue Devils' streak of 24 consecutive NCAA appearances that began in 1996. Duke hadn't missed the NCAA Tournament since the 1994-95 season when Krzyzewski stepped away from coaching following complications from back surgery.
Duke's Johnson is foregoing season, declaring for NBA draft
Duke forward Jalen Johnson (1) drives to the basket as Miami guard Harlond Beverly (5) defends during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Monday, Feb. 1, 2021, in Coral Gables, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)Highly touted Duke freshman Jalen Johnson is foregoing the rest of the Blue Devils' season and declaring for the NBA draft. Johnson had three points in eight minutes while coming off the bench for the third straight game. Afterward, Krzyzewski said Johnson was โknocked backโ by the gameโs physicality but added: โI have confidence in him. The highlight after his return was a huge game (24 points, 16 rebounds, seven assists and four blocks) at Pittsburgh. He deserves to be fully healthy for the upcoming NBA draft.โ___Follow Aaron Beard on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/aaronbeardap___More AP college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/College-basketball and http://www.twitter.com/AP_Top25
Elite programs stuck on the NCAA Tournament bubble
So is North Carolina. The Blue Devils are 8-8 and 6-6 in the ACC after beating North Carolina State on Saturday, a win that ended a three-game losing streak. The Scarlet Knights were poised to reach the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1991 before the season was canceled. A team on the NCAA Tournament bubble can't really afford consecutive losses late in the season. ___AP Basketball Writer Aaron Beard in Raleigh, North Carolina, contributed to this story.
The Latest: Duke-Florida State basketball game postponed
18 Florida State on Saturday after coming into close contact with a person who tested positive for COVID-19. ___Marquette womenโs basketball has paused activities because of a positive COVID-19 test. The Browns did not have any new positive COVID-19 tests on Friday, and after getting league approval, practiced indoors. Itโs the second straight postponement for the Sun Devils after their game scheduled for Thursday at Washington State was also called off. Every player on the active roster practiced Thursday and Friday, an indication none was identified as a high-risk close contact with Fitzpatrick.
No. 21 Duke wins 75-65 at Notre Dame in ACC opener
Duke's Matthew Hurt (21) celebrates after a big play during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Notre Dame on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020, in South Bend, Ind. Notre Dame has seven more games on its schedule against teams that are currently ranked. With two other games in the window canceled, Notre Dame represented Dukeโs only contest over a span of 20 days. Notre Dame: The Irish face Purdue on Saturday as part of the 10th annual Crossroads Classic in Indianapolis. Notre Dame is 3-1 against the Boilermakers in Classic matchups.
The Latest: Duke won't play more nonconference games
(AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:___Duke wonโt play any more nonconference menโs basketball games in the regular season. The club says the decision came in collaboration with New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell because current data suggests a recent surge in local positive tests. Preseason games across the NBA begin Friday and the regular season is scheduled to begin with two games on Dec. 22. ___South Carolina has called off its menโs basketball game at George Washington on Monday because of a positive COVID-19 test. ___Georgia has canceled its womenโs basketball game against Radford because of a positive COVID-19 test within the Highlandersโ program.
Watts scores 20, No. 8 Michigan State beats No. 6 Duke 75-69
DURHAM, N.C. โ Rocket Watts scored 20 points and Julius Marble had a career-high 12 to help No. Joey Hauser had 11 points and 10 rebounds, while Malik Hall added 10 points and 10 rebounds for Michigan State. BIG PICTUREMichigan State: Izzo improved his coaching record to 3-12 against the Blue Devils. โIโm going to smile and enjoy it because I havenโt done a very good job against Duke," Izzo said. POLL IMPLICATIONSMichigan State should continue to climb in the AP Top 25, while Duke might slip a bit.
Watts scores 20, No. 8 Michigan State beats No. 6 Duke 75-69
Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo has tested positive for COVID-19. 8 Michigan State beat No. โThey are able to play at a consistently higher level than us due to their depth right now," Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski said. Joey Hauser had 11 points and 10 rebounds, while Malik Hall added 10 points and 10 rebounds for Michigan State. โIโm going to smile and enjoy it because I havenโt done a very good job against Duke," Izzo said.
Michigan high school athletes adapt to COVID policies in preparation for winter season amid rising cases
GROSSE POINTE, Mich. โ As COVID-19 cases rise throughout Michigan, high school sports teams must adapt to new policies and procedures. At Grosse Pointe South, the varsity girlโs basketball team has begun practicing for the winter season. Other high school winter sports are required to wear masks 100 percent of the time, like wrestling and competitive cheerleading. Geoff Kimmerly, a member of the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) says the decision to play winter sports is left to each individual school district. Related: MHSAA confirms winter high school sports in Michigan will start on time
No. 4 Duke edges third-ranked Kansas 68-66
Kansas guard Devon Dotson (1) drives to the basket past Duke guard Tre Jones during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)NEW YORK, NY Tre Jones scored 15 points and Cassius Stanley added 11 of his 13 points in the second half to help No. 4 Duke beat third-ranked Kansas 68-66 in the opener of the Champions Classic on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden. 1 Michigan State plays second-ranked Kentucky in the second game of the doubleheader. NOT SO FREE THROWS: Both teams struggled from the foul line with Kansas going 16 for 26 and Duke 14 for 23.
Duke football vs. North Carolina: Time, TV schedule, game preview, score
Duke suffered a 48-14 setback at Virginia and the Tar Heels finally succumbed in the sixth overtime 43-41 at Virginia Tech last week in the longest game in league history. Duke junior DE Victor Dimukeje has recorded all of his 6.5 sacks in the last three contests. North Carolina is 10-for-16 on field goals this season and Duke's junior K AJ Reed has made all eight of his attempts. The Tar Heels leads the all-time series 60-41-4, but the Blue Devils have won three in a row after a 42-35 triumph last year. PREDICTION: North Carolina 31, Duke 28More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Duke football vs. North Carolina: Time, TV schedule, game preview, score
Duke suffered a 48-14 setback at Virginia and the Tar Heels finally succumbed in the sixth overtime 43-41 at Virginia Tech last week in the longest game in league history. Duke junior DE Victor Dimukeje has recorded all of his 6.5 sacks in the last three contests. North Carolina is 10-for-16 on field goals this season and Duke's junior K AJ Reed has made all eight of his attempts. The Tar Heels leads the all-time series 60-41-4, but the Blue Devils have won three in a row after a 42-35 triumph last year. PREDICTION: North Carolina 31, Duke 28More college football scores
Virginia football vs. Duke: Time, TV schedule, game preview, score
Over its previous four games, the Blue Devils have strung together 24- (North Carolina A&T), 34- (Middle Tennessee State), 31- (Virginia Tech) and 27-straight (Pittsburgh) points. Virginia's defense is second in the nation with 27 sacks (4.5 per game), 13th in rushing defense (93.5 yards) and 11th in total defense (277.2). Virginia leads the all-time series 37-33 and has won four straight, holding Duke to 58 rush yards in last season's 28-14 victory. Cavaliers WR Joe Reed is one of only two players in the nation with 400 kick return yards and a return average of 33 yards in FBS this season. PREDICTION: Virginia 21, Duke 16More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Duke football vs. Georgia Tech: Time, TV schedule, game preview, score
Quentin Harris #18 of the Duke Blue Devils in the first half against Alabama at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 31, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. The Blue Devils were down 23 points with less than three minutes left against Pittsburgh last week but rallied to go ahead by four points. After scoring just three points against Alabama, the Blue Devils are averaging 40.3 points across their past four contests. Georgia Tech junior LB David Curry set a career high against North Carolina with 16 tackles, the most by a Georgia Tech defender since 2005. PREDICTION: Duke 37, Georgia Tech 17More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Virginia Tech football vs. Duke: Time, TV schedule, game preview, score
Defensive back Chamarri Conner #22 of the Virginia Tech Hokies celebrates his sack against the Furman Paladins in the first half at Lane Stadium on September 14, 2019 in Blacksburg, Virginia. Quentin Harris hopes to build off his record-setting performance as Duke opens ACC play at Virginia Tech on Friday night. "But it can also fuel your fire and desire to improve and find a way to play it well. Blue Devils QB Thomas Sirk matched Harris's output from last week, throwing four TD passes and running for 109 yards in a 45-43, four-overtime victory over the Hokies in 2015. PREDICTION: Virginia Tech 26, Duke 24More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.