Duke Faces Wake Forest in ACC Showdown Tonight at Cameron

DURHAM, N.C. — The No. 2 Duke Blue Devils will host the Wake Forest Demon Deacons for a crucial Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) matchup at Cameron Indoor Stadium on Monday, March 3. The game is set to tip off at 7 p.m. ET and will be broadcast live on ESPN.

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Both teams are looking for key victories as the regular season winds down. Duke, sporting a 26-3 overall record and 17-1 in ACC play, is aiming to solidify its top position in the conference standings. Meanwhile, Wake Forest, with a record of 20-9 and 12-6 in the ACC, seeks to improve its playoff positioning.

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Wake Forest looks to even the season series against the Blue Devils after previously suffering a defeat. Head Coach Steve Forbes expressed confidence in his team, stating, “Every game is a new opportunity. We know what we need to do to compete at this level and we are excited for the challenge.”

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In their last outing, Wake Forest defeated Notre Dame 74-71, securing their 20th win of the season. This victory marked a significant milestone as the Demon Deacons joined an elite group of programs with at least 60 home wins over the past four seasons, alongside teams like Duke and Kentucky.

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Wake Forest has demonstrated resilience on the road, winning six of its 12 ACC victories away from home this season. The Demon Deacons have proven their mettle by clinching wins against teams like Syracuse and Miami, making them one of the few teams to achieve this success in ACC history.

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Duke’s last game saw them overcoming a challenging test against Virginia Tech, and they aim to bounce back to their dominant form. Head Coach Jon Scheyer is on the verge of breaking the ACC record for the most wins by a head coach in his first three seasons, needing just one more victory to secure that honor.

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Freshman Cooper Flagg leads Duke in scoring, averaging 21.1 points per game in ACC play. Flagg’s performance will be pivotal as Duke looks to maintain its near-perfect conference record. “We are focused on the game plan and taking it one play at a time,” Flagg said.

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As the regular season reaches its climax, the stakes are high for both teams. A victory for Wake Forest would not only level the series but also cement their standing in the upcoming ACC Tournament.

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Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN, with commentary by Dave O’Brien and Cory Alexander. For updates on the game, follow both teams on their respective social media channels.

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This highly anticipated showdown will be the final regular-season home game for Duke, setting the stage for an electrifying atmosphere at Cameron Indoor Stadium.