In the aftermath of Duke's commanding win over Syracuse, head coach Jon Scheyer was clear about his focus. While questions lingered about an incident in Chapel Hill, Scheyer made his stance known: "I know what I saw and what happened with our staff after the game, and that's the bottom line," he stated, choosing to concentrate on the victory at hand rather than revisiting past controversies.
The incident in question arose after a thrilling finish against UNC, where Seth Trimble’s clutch three-pointer sealed the game, sparking a premature court-storming by fans. Amid the chaos, Scheyer reported that a Duke staff member was "punched in the face," a claim he stands by despite Orange County District Attorney Jeff Nieman's comments about lacking evidence.
Nieman, vocal on social media, reiterated that there was "zero evidence" to support the allegations. Despite the ongoing debate, Scheyer is resolute in backing his staff, emphasizing his commitment to moving forward.
UNC faced consequences for the incident, with the ACC imposing a $50,000 fine for breaching event security protocols. Meanwhile, Duke's focus remains on basketball, as they look to build on their impressive 101-64 victory over Syracuse, highlighted by a dominant second half where they racked up 61 points.
Next up, the Blue Devils prepare for a high-stakes showdown against top-ranked Michigan at Capital One Arena. It's a matchup that promises to be a thrilling test for Scheyer's squad as they continue their pursuit of excellence this season.