The Duke Blue Devils extended their winning streak to 13 games with a 63-56 victory over Wake Forest, thanks to standout performances by Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel. Despite a strong second-half push from Wake Forest, Duke's resilience and strategic plays secured their unbeaten record in ACC play.
Freshman Jahki Howard was dismissed from the Auburn basketball bench during their 53-51 victory over Tennessee due to defensive issues, while star forward Johni Broome made a resilient return from injury, contributing significantly to the win.
In a nail-biting Big 12 showdown, No. 7 Houston overcame No. 12 Kansas in a double-overtime thriller, 92-86, at Allen Fieldhouse. The game highlighted Houston's defensive prowess and Kansas's late-game struggles.
In a thrilling ACC matchup, the No. 2 Duke Blue Devils secured a 63-56 victory against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, extending their winning streak to 13 games. Freshman Cooper Flagg led Duke with 24 points, seven rebounds, and six assists, overcoming a tough second half to clinch the win.
Preview of the upcoming Big Ten basketball game between the UCLA Bruins and the Washington Huskies, including team stats, key players, and betting insights.
The No. 11 Purdue Boilermakers secured a decisive 91-64 victory over the No. 21 Michigan Wolverines in a Big Ten basketball game, highlighting Purdue's offensive efficiency and defensive improvements.
In a thrilling encounter at the T-Mobile Arena, the Kansas Jayhawks edged past the Duke Blue Devils 75-72 during the Vegas Showdown in Las Vegas. The match featured top college basketball programs and saw Kansas maintain their perfect record with standout performances from Dajuan Harris Jr., Zeke Mayo, and Hunter Dickinson. Duke's late surge, led by Tyrese Proctor and Cooper Flagg, proved too late against Kansas's defense. The victory marks Kansas's fourth win over Duke in their last five meetings, solidifying their dominance in this historic rivalry.
In a highly anticipated college basketball showdown, the No. 15 Marquette Golden Eagles defeated the No. 6 Purdue Boilermakers, ending Purdue's 39-game regular-season nonconference winning streak. Led by a stellar triple-double performance from senior guard Kam Jones and a strong defensive strategy, Marquette dominated the game, signaling their strong position as NCAA contenders under coach Shaka Smart.
Olivier Rioux, standing at 7-foot-9 and the world's tallest teenager, will redshirt his freshman year at the Florida Gators, choosing development over playing time in the 2024-25 season. This decision, supported by the coaching staff and Rioux's family, is aimed at preparing him for future on-court success. Despite the excitement from fans, Head Coach Todd Golden emphasizes the importance of development without game pressure.