Duke Dominates in Conference Clash: Blue Devils Outshine Seminoles at Cameron Indoor
In a display of sheer dominance, the Duke Blue Devils extended their impeccable record with a decisive victory over the Florida State Seminoles. The final score read 88-46, as the Blue Devils showcased their superiority on both ends of the court. The Seminoles, ranked 23rd, now reflect on a record that stands less impressive after this encounter.
The game at Cameron Indoor Stadium was marked by Duke's overwhelming control from start to finish. The home team set the tone early with a solid first-quarter lead and never looked back. By halftime, they had already compiled an impressive tally and continued to build on it through the third and fourth quarters.
The statistics tell a tale of two contrasting performances. The Blue Devils were exceptional in shooting efficiency with a field goal percentage of 53 and an even more impressive two-point shooting percentage of 59. Their offensive prowess was complemented by robust defense that included six blocks and four steals.
Duke's teamwork shone brightly as they dished out 22 assists leading to high-percentage shots which were converted effectively. They also capitalized on turnovers, scoring 14 points off them while maintaining an assist-turnover ratio above one.
On the other hand, Florida State struggled to find their rhythm throughout the game. With only six assists to show for their efforts compared to twelve turnovers, they found themselves often outplayed in transition where Duke scored 21 fast break points.
Rebounding was another area where Duke excelled; pulling down a total of 58 rebounds with an outstanding number of defensive rebounds at 42 which limited second-chance opportunities for Florida State who managed only seven second-chance points.
Florida State's shooting woes were evident as they shot just 22 percent from the field and an abysmal two-point percentage standing at merely 24 percent despite attempting more shots inside than beyond the arc.
As fans look ahead, they can anticipate seeing more from this formidable Duke squad when they take on Miami (FL) Hurricanes away at Watsco Center in Coral Gables on January 28th at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. This matchup will be available for viewing pleasure across various broadcast platforms for all supporters eager to follow their team’s progress through the season.