Duke Dominates Pittsburgh with 76-47 Victory in ACC Men's Basketball

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The latest game between the Pittsburgh Panthers and the Duke Blue Devils took place on January 8, 2025, in the ACC Men's Basketball season. Duke emerged victorious with a dominant 76-47 win over Pittsburgh. This victory solidified Duke's unbeaten record in the ACC.

Key highlights from the game include:

Cooper Flagg's Performance: Cooper Flagg was a standout player for Duke, scoring 24 points and delivering a viral dunk that has been widely shared. His performance was crucial in maintaining Duke's momentum throughout the game.
Game Flow: Duke led 38-15 at halftime and extended their lead in the second half. By the end of the third quarter, they had a 69-38 lead, which they maintained through the final minutes of the game. Pittsburgh struggled to make field goals, managing only 11 during the entire game, compared to Duke's 29 field goals.
Defensive Effort: Duke's defense was particularly effective, forcing 29 turnovers from Pittsburgh. This defensive pressure contributed significantly to their success.

Next up for Duke is a game against No. 17 North Carolina on Thursday, while Pittsburgh will host Louisville on the same day.

Duke Dominates Pittsburgh with 76-47 Victory in ACC Men's Basketball

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Key highlights from the game include:

Cooper Flagg's Performance: Cooper Flagg was a standout player for Duke, scoring 24 points and delivering a viral dunk that has been widely shared. His performance was crucial in maintaining Duke's momentum throughout the game.
Game Flow: Duke led 38-15 at halftime and extended their lead in the second half. By the end of the third quarter, they had a 69-38 lead, which they maintained through the final minutes of the game. Pittsburgh struggled to make field goals, managing only 11 during the entire game, compared to Duke's 29 field goals.
Defensive Effort: Duke's defense was particularly effective, forcing 29 turnovers from Pittsburgh. This defensive pressure contributed significantly to their success.

Next up for Duke is a game against No. 17 North Carolina on Thursday, while Pittsburgh will host Louisville on the same day.