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Boozer Powers Duke Past Stubborn Georgia Tech
1 Jan
Summary
- Freshman Cameron Boozer scored 26 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.
- Duke narrowly defeated Georgia Tech 85-79 to start ACC play.
- Georgia Tech's Kowacie Reeves Jr. led his team with 23 points.
No. 6 Duke narrowly defeated Georgia Tech 85-79 in their Atlantic Coast Conference opener on Wednesday. Freshman Cameron Boozer was instrumental, tallying 26 points and 12 rebounds to guide the Blue Devils through a challenging contest. Georgia Tech, despite a history of losses in the series, put up a significant fight, leading at halftime and keeping the game close throughout the second half.
Isaiah Evans added 17 points for Duke, who struggled offensively with a 40.6% field goal percentage and missed 11 free throws. The Yellow Jackets, led by Kowacie Reeves Jr.'s 23 points, maintained pressure until the final moments. Boozer's clutch free throws in the closing seconds ultimately secured the victory for Duke, preventing a late Georgia Tech surge.
The win marked Duke's first game after a narrow loss to Texas Tech. Georgia Tech, which hasn't won at Duke's Cameron Indoor Stadium since 2004, will host Boston College next. Duke is set to visit Florida State on Saturday, continuing their ACC schedule.
