Duke Blue Devils Face Notre Dame Fighting Irish in ACC Showdown

The Duke Blue Devils, riding a nine-game winning streak, will host the struggling Notre Dame Fighting Irish in an ACC basketball matchup on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The game is set to tip off at 12:00 p.m. ET, with Duke heavily favored by 19.5 points.

Notre Dame enters the game with a 7-8 record, having lost three consecutive games, including two by a single point. Their most recent defeat came against North Carolina State, where they fell 66-65 despite a strong performance from Tae Davis, who recorded 14 points, seven rebounds, and six assists. Matt Allocco also contributed with 11 points and seven rebounds.

Duke, on the other hand, boasts a 13-2 record and is undefeated in conference play. The Blue Devils are coming off a dominant 76-47 victory over Pittsburgh, led by Cooper Flagg‘s double-double of 19 points and 10 rebounds. Kon Knueppel added 17 points, and the team showcased their offensive efficiency with 17 assists.

Duke’s defense has been a key factor in their success this season, allowing just 58.4 points per game, one of the best marks in the nation. Notre Dame, averaging 74.9 points per game, will need to find a way to penetrate Duke’s stout defense if they hope to keep the game competitive.

Historically, Duke has dominated this matchup, winning nine of the last 10 meetings against Notre Dame. The Blue Devils’ home-court advantage at Cameron Indoor Stadium, where they have won nine straight games, further tilts the odds in their favor.

Notre Dame’s shooting accuracy, with a 46.9% field goal percentage, will be tested against Duke’s 47.5% shooting. The game promises to be a battle of precision, but Duke’s defensive prowess and offensive firepower make them the clear favorites.

According to SportsLine‘s advanced computer model, Duke is projected to cover the 19.5-point spread, continuing their dominance in the ACC. The over/under for the game is set at 136 points.