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The Duke Blue Devils head to West Point, N.Y., on Tuesday for a special non-conference matchup against the Army Black Knights — a game dedicated to honoring legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski, who began his career at Army and later became one of college basketball’s all-time greats at Duke.
Krzyzewski, now 78, played for Bob Knight at Army from 1966-69 and later coached the Black Knights from 1975-80 before his 42-year run at Duke that included five national titles. Duke coach Jon Scheyer said the idea for this tribute game began years ago as a way to honor both veterans and Coach K’s legacy.
“To honor all our veterans on Veterans Day — that’s special — and to honor Coach K, who’s going to come on the trip with us, makes it even more meaningful,” Scheyer said.
The Blue Devils (2-0) enter the game ranked No. 4 nationally after dominant wins over Marquette and Western Carolina. Freshman Cameron Boozer has been sensational, averaging 20 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. His twin brother, Cayden Boozer, adds 8 points and 5 rebounds per game, while veterans Patrick Ngongba and Maliq Brown provide depth and defensive presence.
Army (1-1) is led by guards Kevin McCarthy and Jackson Furman, each averaging 16 points per game. The Black Knights are coming off an 83-76 loss to St. Thomas but have shown strength from the perimeter, averaging 11 three-pointers per game.
The night will not only celebrate Duke’s future but also honor the past — Krzyzewski’s full-circle moment at the very court where his coaching journey began.
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Line Movement and Odds
Duke opened as a heavy favorite at -30.5 with the total set at 149.5 points.
| Market | Current Line |
|---|---|
| Spread | Duke -30.5 (-110) / Army +30.5 (-110) |
| Total (O/U) | 149.5 Points |
| Moneyline | Duke -9999 / Army +2500 |
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Duke Outlook
The Blue Devils’ dominance has stemmed from offensive versatility and defensive length. They average 85 points per game and rank among the top 20 nationally in field goal percentage (51.3%). Cameron Boozer has already made an impression as one of the nation’s top freshmen, while Isaiah Evans and Jalen Blakes contribute steady scoring and defensive pressure.
Duke’s interior size will likely be the deciding factor. The Blue Devils average 44 rebounds per game and have held opponents under 35% shooting through their first two outings. The combination of Boozer’s inside scoring and Duke’s perimeter depth makes them a matchup nightmare for mid-majors.
Duke Injury Report
No major injuries reported.
Army Outlook
Army enters the matchup at 1-1 after splitting its first two games. The Black Knights’ shooting efficiency has been their biggest weapon, averaging 39% from three-point range. Guards Kevin McCarthy and Jackson Furman lead the team with 16 points apiece, while Tate Laczkowski provides a rebounding boost at 8.5 per game.
For Army to remain competitive, they’ll need to capitalize on transition opportunities and sustain their perimeter accuracy. The Black Knights rank 54th nationally in made threes (11.0 per game), which will be essential against Duke’s size advantage.
Army Injury Report
No major injuries reported.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The battle between Duke’s frontcourt and Army’s perimeter-oriented offense will shape the outcome. If Army’s guards can knock down early threes and control tempo, they might keep the score within range. However, Duke’s rebounding, depth, and size advantage will likely overwhelm the Black Knights over time.
This matchup is more about emotion and legacy than competitiveness — but it still gives Scheyer’s squad an opportunity to refine rotations ahead of a tough non-conference schedule.
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Betting Trends
- Duke is 2-0 ATS this season.
- The Blue Devils are 6-1 ATS in their last seven nonconference games.
- Army is 3-1 ATS in its last four home games.
- The over has hit in four of Duke’s last six games.
- Army has gone over the total in five of its last eight contests.
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Prediction
Duke’s size, shooting, and rebounding edge make this one-sided on paper, but Army’s shooting could keep things respectable for stretches. The emotional atmosphere surrounding Coach K’s return will only energize Duke’s young stars further.
Projected Score: Duke 94, Army 69
Best Bet: Army +30.5
Total Lean: Over 149.5
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