The Duke Blue Devils are on a roll, boasting five consecutive victories as they gear up to welcome the Virginia Cavaliers back to Cameron Indoor Stadium. While Duke is enjoying a hot streak, Virginia might just be the hottest team in the country right now, riding a nine-game winning wave. Under the new leadership of Ryan Odom, the Cavaliers have emerged as a surprising force in the ACC.
Saturday's showdown in Durham carries significant weight in the ACC regular-season title race. A victory for Duke could essentially seal the conference championship for the Blue Devils, while a win for Virginia would position the Cavaliers as the frontrunners.
This matchup promises to be Duke's toughest ACC challenge since their road loss to North Carolina. However, the Blue Devils are brimming with confidence after last week's impressive neutral-site triumph over then-No. 1 Michigan.
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Duke Injury Update
The Blue Devils' lineup remains largely unchanged on the injury front.
Senior center Ifeanyi Ufochukwu is sidelined for the season due to an injury sustained in December. Freshman Sebastian Wilkins is preserving his eligibility by redshirting this season.
Aside from these, Duke is ready to hit the court on Saturday.
Virginia Injury Update
The Cavaliers are entering the matchup at full strength, with no injuries reported.
Duke vs. Virginia Series History
Duke has dominated the recent encounters, winning the last three meetings, including last year's clash in Charlottesville. Virginia hasn't claimed a victory at Cameron Indoor since 2022, and overall, Duke holds a commanding 42-10 all-time record against the Cavaliers in Durham.
This game is shaping up to be a pivotal moment in the ACC season, with both teams eager to assert their dominance. Fans can expect a thrilling contest as these two powerhouses collide.