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Can Duke Blue Devils Extend Their Dominance Against North Carolina State Wolfpack?

As the Duke Blue Devils prepare to face the North Carolina State Wolfpack at PNC Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain the momentum from their recent victories. The Blue Devils have been showcasing a strong performance on the court, and their upcoming game on March 4th is expected to be no exception.


Jan 4, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Casey Morsell (14) shoots a three pointer during the first half against Duke Blue Devils at at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at Duke's last game against Miami (FL) Hurricanes on February 22nd, they displayed an impressive offensive strategy with an 84-55 win. With a field goal percentage of 52 and a three-point percentage of 45, it was clear that Duke's shooting was on point. They also dominated in rebounds with a total of 42 and capitalized on second-chance points with 22. This kind of performance is what fans have come to expect from the Blue Devils.


In another notable game against Wake Forest Demon Deacons earlier in February, Duke managed to turn around a halftime deficit into a victory with strong second-half play, ending with a score of 77-69. Their ability to adjust strategies mid-game and improve two-point field goal percentage up to an impressive 63 percent in the second half speaks volumes about their adaptability and resilience.


Jan 4, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Duke Blue Devils center Kyle Filipowski (30) dunks the ball with forward Ebenezer Dowuona (21) trying to block him during the second half against North Carolina State Wolfpack at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-USA TODAY Sports

The defensive efforts cannot be overlooked either; during these games, steals and blocks were consistently part of their defense strategy. Against Miami (FL), they had four blocks and four steals which contributed significantly to keeping their opponents at bay.


However, it would be remiss not to acknowledge that turnovers have been an area for improvement for DUKE as seen in previous games where they averaged double-digit turnovers. This could give NCST opportunities if not addressed properly by game time.


Jan 4, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Duke Blue Devils center Kyle Filipowski (30) shoots a free throw during the second half against North Carolina State Wolfpack at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-USA TODAY Sports

The North Carolina State Wolfpack will certainly pose challenges for DUKE; however, given recent performances by both teams, it seems likely that DUKE will carry forward its winning streak. The key for them will be maintaining high shooting percentages while tightening up ball control to minimize turnovers.


Fans should mark their calendars for this exciting matchup scheduled for March 4th at PNC Arena in Raleigh at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. The game promises intense action between two competitive teams and will be broadcasted live on ESPN – an event no fan should miss out on witnessing firsthand or through screens across the country.

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