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Duke Faces Florida in High-Stakes ACC/SEC Clash
3 Dec
Summary
- No. 4 Duke hosts reigning national champion No. 15 Florida in ACC/SEC Challenge.
- Duke aims to continue strong start after defeating Arkansas on Thanksgiving.
- Both teams feature Princeton transfers and met in similar NCAA Tournament venues last spring.
The No. 4 Duke Blue Devils are set to host the No. 15 Florida Gators, the reigning national champions, in a high-profile ACC/SEC Challenge game. Duke, currently undefeated at 8-0, has already secured notable victories this season against Texas, Kansas, and Arkansas, demonstrating their ability to win in challenging situations.
Coach Jon Scheyer emphasized the team's ongoing learning process, highlighting their growth in closing out games and finding rhythm. Freshmen like Nikolas Khamenia and guards such as Caleb Foster are making crucial contributions, showcasing the team's depth beyond initial headliners. This matchup is significant as both teams previously shared NCAA Tournament venues last spring.
Florida, with a 5-2 record, is looking to build momentum after splitting their recent games in San Diego. Both teams have added Princeton transfers to their rosters, with Xaivian Lee emerging as a key scorer for Florida. This contest pits two strong programs against each other, with both Duke and Florida holding undefeated records against opponents from the opposing conference.
