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Duke Dominates Glass vs. UNC Woes
5 Nov
Summary
- Duke overwhelmed Army on the glass, turning offensive rebounds into points.
- UNC has struggled significantly with rebounding in exhibition and regular season games.
- Cameron Fens remains ineligible, impacting UNC's frontcourt and rebounding.
The Duke Blue Devils commenced their regular season with a commanding 84-50 win against Army at Cameron Indoor Stadium, highlighting a formidable defensive presence. A key advantage for Duke, which is the fourth-tallest team in the nation, is their rebounding prowess. They secured a 37-28 advantage on the boards against Army, converting 14 offensive rebounds into 20 points. This strength starkly contrasts with the North Carolina Tar Heels' early-season struggles.
North Carolina has consistently lost the rebounding battle, including in exhibition games and their recent 80-72 victory over Western Carolina. The Tar Heels surrendered 13 second-chance points in that game alone. Their frontcourt, featuring Jarin Stevenson and Sayon Keita, has appeared shaky. The team's hope for bolstering its frontcourt with seven-foot transfer Cameron Fens remains stalled, as he is currently ineligible to play.
