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Evans Explodes for Career-High 28 in Duke's Close Win
4 Jan
Summary
- Isaiah Evans led Duke with a career-high 28 points.
- Duke narrowly defeated Florida State with a final score of 91-87.
- Florida State battled back, closing the deficit to two points late.
Isaiah Evans delivered a standout performance, scoring a career-best 28 points to propel No. 6 Duke to a 91-87 triumph against Florida State on Saturday. The sophomore guard's sharp shooting, including six 3-pointers, was crucial for the Blue Devils' success in the Atlantic Coast Conference matchup.
Florida State mounted a spirited challenge throughout the game, showcasing their resilience by cutting the deficit to just two points in the final minute. However, Duke managed to hold on, with Evans sealing the victory from the free-throw line after a missed late-game attempt by Florida State.
Other key contributors for Duke included Cameron Boozer with 17 points and a season-high nine assists. Florida State's offense was led by Chauncey Wiggins and Robert McCray V, who each scored 22 points, and Kobe MaGee, who added 17 points, making the game a tight contest until the very end.
