Duke basketball is making waves as they advance to the Sweet 16 of the 2026 Men's NCAA Tournament. The top-seeded Blue Devils are eagerly waiting to see who they'll face next, with the decision hinging on the clash between 4-seed Kansas and 5-seed St.
John's. This matchup is set for Sunday, March 22, at 5:15 ET.
The Sweet 16 showdown will take place on Friday, March 26, at Washington, D.C.'s Capital One Arena.
Duke's journey to the Sweet 16 was marked by an impressive 81-58 victory over TCU in the Round of 32. The team showcased their depth and talent, with Cameron Boozer leading the charge by dropping 19 points and grabbing 11 rebounds.
Isaiah Evans chipped in with 17 points, Dame Sarr added 14, and Maliq Brown contributed 12. The Blue Devils were up by just four at halftime, but they turned on the jets in the second half, outscoring TCU 43-24.
A notable highlight was the return of Patrick Ngongba II, who rejoined the lineup after a five-game absence. In his 13 minutes on the court, he made a solid impact with four points, four assists, and four rebounds.
Looking ahead, Duke's next opponent in the Sweet 16 will be either Kansas or St. John's.
If the Blue Devils face Kansas, it will be a rematch of their November 18 encounter, where Duke emerged victorious with a 78-66 win at Madison Square Garden. Historically, Duke holds a 9-7 record against the Jayhawks.
On the flip side, a matchup against St. John's would rekindle a rivalry last seen in the 2018-19 season, where Duke secured a commanding 91-61 victory. The Blue Devils have a favorable 16-6 all-time record against the Red Storm.
As Duke prepares for their next challenge, fans can expect another thrilling chapter in their tournament journey.