Duke basketball is gearing up for a marquee showdown against Michigan in a highly anticipated nonconference clash on Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. This matchup, part of the Edward Jones Capital Showcase, pits the No. 3 Blue Devils (24-2, 13-1 ACC) against the top-ranked Wolverines (25-1, 15-1 Big Ten) in what promises to be an electrifying battle.
The Blue Devils, led by coach Jon Scheyer, are coming off a dominant 101-64 victory over Syracuse, marking their largest margin of victory in ACC play this season. Michigan, under the guidance of head coach Dusty May, recently secured a significant win over No. 7 Purdue, finishing 91-80.
Historically, Duke holds a 21-7 advantage in their series with Michigan, with their last encounter dating back to 2013. Currently, Michigan sits atop the NCAA net rankings, with Duke right behind at No.
- Both teams are powerhouses in KenPom's adjusted offensive and defensive efficiency metrics, with Michigan slightly edging out Duke in both areas.
For those looking to witness this clash of titans in person, Duke has implemented a ticket waitlist program available at GoDuke.com. Iron Dukes members get first dibs on any available tickets. On the secondary market, prices for this high-stakes game start at $376 on StubHub and can soar to $4,060 on VividSeats, with Ticketmaster offering a range from $396 to $1,406.
Fans can catch the action live on ESPN or stream it via Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. Tip-off is set for 6:30 p.m. ET, ensuring a prime-time spectacle for basketball enthusiasts.