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Duke Blue Devils Set to Challenge NC State Wolfpack at PNC Arena

As the Duke Blue Devils prepare to face off against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at PNC Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance. The upcoming clash scheduled for March 4th is expected to be a showcase of Duke's recent dominance on the court.


Jan 4, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  North Carolina State Wolfpack forward Greg Gantt (23) goes for a point during the first half against Duke Blue Devils at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-USA TODAY Sports

Analyzing past games, it's clear that Duke has been on a winning streak. Their offensive prowess was on full display against Miami (FL), with an 84-55 victory characterized by a balanced attack and solid defense. The team shot an impressive 52 percent from the field and 45 percent from beyond the arc while dominating rebounds with a total of 42.


In another notable performance, despite committing more turnovers than usual, Duke managed to secure a win over Florida State with a scoreline of 76-67. Their three-point shooting was particularly lethal at an astonishing rate of 62 percent.


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North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Terquavion Smith (0) celebrates a thee pointer during the first half against Duke Blue Devils at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-USA TODAY Sports

The most recent home game saw them outlast Wake Forest in a tight contest ending in a 77-69 win for Duke. They showed resilience and efficiency in shooting, hitting 63 percent from two-point range and maintaining strong defensive pressure throughout the game.


These statistics suggest that Duke is finding ways to win through high shooting percentages and rebounding strength. However, they will need to keep turnovers low against NC State as this could be an area where opponents might capitalize.


Jan 4, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Duke Blue Devils guard Jaylen Blakes (2) runs with the ball down teh court during the second half against North Carolina State Wolfpack at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-USA TODAY Sports

Playing away at PNC Arena may present its challenges; however, if past performances are anything to go by, fans can expect another strong showing from their team. With robust offensive strategies and tenacious defense being hallmarks of recent games, it will be interesting to see how these factors play out in Raleigh.


For those looking forward to catching this exciting matchup live, tune into ESPN on March 4th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time as the Blue Devils seek another victory on enemy territory.

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