Duke Blue Devils Triumph Over Wake Forest in a Nail-Biter
The Duke Blue Devils secured a hard-fought 63-56 victory over Wake Forest on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Despite a strong second-half push from Wake Forest, Duke’s resilience and standout performances from freshman Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel ensured the win, extending their winning streak to 13 games and maintaining their unbeaten record in ACC play.
Duke led 35-22 at halftime, but Wake Forest mounted a 17-1 run early in the second half to take a brief lead. The Blue Devils responded with a 12-2 run, highlighted by a crucial three-pointer from Tyrese Proctor and a clutch corner three from Mason Gillis, which helped seal the victory. Flagg, the star freshman, finished with 24 points, seven rebounds, and six assists, despite committing seven turnovers. Knueppel added 15 points and nine rebounds, while Duke’s defense held Wake Forest to 37.3% shooting and just 16.7% from beyond the arc.
The game was a defensive battle, with Duke dominating the boards 46-29 and limiting Wake Forest’s offensive rebounds to just four. Wake Forest’s Cameron Hildreth fouled out early in the second half, further hampering their efforts. Duke’s ability to withstand Wake Forest’s surge and regain control showcased their grit and determination.
Duke, ranked No. 2 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, improved to 17-2 overall and 9-0 in the ACC. Their next game is against NC State at home on Monday. Meanwhile, Cooper Flagg continues to solidify his status as a National Player of the Year frontrunner, averaging 19.2 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 4.1 assists this season. His performance against Wake Forest further cemented his reputation as one of the most impactful freshmen in college basketball.
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