Duke Blue Devils Dominate at Cameron Indoor Stadium Against Hofstra Pride in Men's Basketball
In a display of offensive efficiency, the Duke Blue Devils secured a victory over the Hofstra Pride with a final score of 89-68. The Blue Devils now stand at 21-0 for the season, while the Pride's record shifts to 0-1.
The game, held at Cameron Indoor Stadium, saw an attendance of 9,314 fans who witnessed the Blue Devils' commanding performance. The home team showcased their scoring capabilities by netting 55 percent of their field goals and an impressive 50 percent from beyond the arc. The first half ended with Duke leading by five points and they continued their dominance into the second half with consistent scoring.
The Duke Blue Devils excelled in various aspects of play. They outrebounded the Hofstra Pride by nine boards, pulling down a total of 32 rebounds to their opponent's 23. Their defensive efforts were highlighted by six steals and three blocks throughout the game. Offensively, they were led by strong ball movement resulting in 22 assists and capitalized on turnovers scoring an outstanding 31 points off turnovers compared to only seven for Hofstra.
Hofstra Pride put up a resilient fight despite being outplayed. They shot well from two-point range with a conversion rate of approximately 58 percent but struggled to keep possession against Duke’s defense as evidenced by their fourteen turnovers.
The upcoming match for the Duke Blue Devils is set against Baylor Bears at Madison Square Garden in New York on December 21st. Fans can look forward to catching this encounter live on ESPN channel two hundred six at midnight Eastern Time.