The Duke Basketball Schedule is Here!

Duke fans, the wait is over! The Duke Basketball Schedule has finally been released, and we couldn’t be more excited.

Of course, with such a long-awaited release, there are bound to be some questions. So, we’ve taken the liberty of answering a few of the most common ones below.

When do the games start?
The first game is on Tuesday, November 5th at 7:00 PM EST.

What channel will the games be on?
Most of the games will be broadcast on ESPN, but there are a few that will be on ESPN2 or CBS Sports Network. You can check the full list of channels and networks here.

Who do the Duke Blue Devils play in their first game?
The first game is against were against Kennesaw State University The Owls are part of the Atlantic Sun Conference and finished last season with a 15-19 record.

A Quick Overview of the Schedule

The 2017-18 Duke men’s basketball schedule was released on September 26, and it looks to be another tough season for the Blue Devils Here’s a quick overview of the schedule:

Duke will open the season with an exhibition game against Bowie State on November 1, before tipping off the regular season against college basketball bluebloods Kentucky and Indiana in the Champions Classic on November 7 and 10, respectively. After that, Duke will have a few weeks to prepare for its first true road test of the season, as the Blue Devils will travel to South Bend to take on Notre Dame on November 29.

Duke will then close out its non-Conference Schedule with games against Texas (December 5), South Dakota (December 8), St. John’s (December 19), Elon (December 21), and Miami (January 2).

In ACC play, Duke will have home-and-home series with Virginia Tech Georgia Tech Pittsburgh, Notre Dame Boston College Syracuse, Wake Forest and North Carolina The Blue Devils will also host Louisville, Miami, Virginia Commonwealth, and Clemson at Cameron Indoor Stadium

Duke’s final regular season game will be against North Carolina on March 3 at Cameron Indoor Stadium TheACC Tournamentwill then take place from March 6-10 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

Key Dates and games to watch For

The Duke Basketball Schedule is Here! With another season right around the corner, fans can start to get excited about their favorite team Here are some key dates and games to watch for:

-November 5: vs. Kentucky in Indianapolis
This is the highly anticipated season opener for the Blue Devils Kentucky is always a tough opponent, and this will be a good test for Duke early on.

-December 1: vs. Michigan State
This will be a rematch of last year’s sensational Elite Eight game, which Duke won after a miraculous come-from-behind victory. Expect another great game this year between these two perennial powerhouses.

-February 8: vs. North Carolina
Duke and UNC always have great match-ups, and this year should be no different. This game will be important in determining who will win the ACC regular season title.

As always, be sure to check back here for updates on the Duke Basketball Schedule throughout the season!

How the Schedule Sets Up for Duke

After winning the National Championship in 2018, the Duke Blue Devils men’s basketball team will look to defend their title in the 2019 season. The debut of Zion Williamson one of the most highly anticipated recruits in college basketball history, will add even more excitement to what is already one of the most popular programs in the country.

The 2019 schedule was released today and it includes some marquee matchups that will have College Basketball fans drooling. Here’s a look at some of the key games on Duke’s schedule:

-Duke vs. Kentucky (November 5th): This matchup features two of the Blue Blood programs in College Basketball Duke and Kentucky have played each other nearly 40 times, with Kentucky holding a slight advantage in the series. This will be the first meeting between the two teams since 2017, when Duke won a close matchup 69-61.

-Duke vs. Gonzaga (November 21st): This game will pit two of the best coaches in college basketball against each other, as Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski takes on Mark Few of Gonzaga. These teams last played each other in 2015, when Duke won a thriller 74-73. This game will also be a homecoming for Rui Hachimura, who played High School basketball in Arlington, Virginia before attending Gonzaga.

-Duke vs. Syracuse (February 23rd): This is always one of the most anticipated games on Duke’s schedule, as Syracuse is one of Duke’s biggest rivals. The two teams have played each other over 150 times, with Duke holding a slim advantage in the series. Syracuse has had Duke’s number recently though, winning seven of the last eight meetings between the two teams.

Potential Roadblocks for Duke

Now that the college Basketball season is upon us, all eyes turn to Durham to see if Duke can repeat as National Champions There are many reasons to believe that Duke will be in the mix come tournament time, but there are also some potential roadblocks that could trip up the Blue Devils Let’s take a look at a few of them.

One potential issue for Duke is that they do not have a true point guard on their roster. This was not an issue last year, as they were able to rely on Trevon Duval to run the show. However, Duval is now in the NBA, and there is no clear-cut replacement for him on this year’s team. This could lead to some turnover problems and disrupted offensive flow for Duke.

Another potential issue is that Duke does not have a lot of experience at the center position. Marques Bolden is the only true center on the roster, and he has only averaged about 15 minutes per game over his career. This lack of depth could be exposed if Bolden gets into foul trouble or if teams are able to take advantage of Duke’s lack of size inside.

Finally, Duke will have a target on their back all season long as the defending National Champions. Every team will be gunning for them, and it will be tough for Duke to sneak up on anyone this year. They will also have to deal with increased media scrutiny and expectations from fans and pundits alike.

All in all, Duke still has a very talented team and should be in contention for another National Championship this year. However, they will need to overcome some challenges if they want to hoist the trophy once again.

The ACC/Big Ten Challenge

The ACC/Big Ten Challenge is an annual college basketball event pitting teams from the two conferences against each other. The challenge is typically held during the first week of December. This year’s event will feature 14 games, with Duke taking on Michigan State in the marquee matchup.

Other notable games include North Carolina vs. Ohio State Louisville vs. Indiana, and Florida State vs. Purdue. The full schedule is as follows:

Monday, November 30
Georgetown vs. Illinois
Tuesday, December 1
Duke vs. Michigan State
Florida State vs. Purdue
Indiana vs. Louisville
Iowa vs. Virginia Tech
Miami vs. Minnesota
NC State vs. Northwestern
Nebraska vs. Clemson
Notre Dame vs. Syracuse
Penn State vs. Boston College
Virginia vs. Maryland
Wake Forest vs whom will be determined by coin flip

The Battle for the Bluegrass State

The Kentucky Wildcats and the Louisville Cardinals are two of the most successful college basketball programs of all time. The two schools have won a combined 14 NCAA National Championships and their rivalry is one of the most heated in all of sports. This season, the Wildcats and the Cardinals will meet twice, with the first matchup taking place on December 21st in Lexington, Kentucky. The second game will be played on March 7th in Louisville.

The Home Stretch

It’s that time of year again! The Duke Basketball Schedule is here and we’re ready for the home stretch. The final nine games of the season will be critical for the Blue Devils as they look to secure a place in the NCAA tournament

Duke will face a tough test early on, with games againstACC rivals Louisville, Virginia, and North Carolina But if they can come out of that stretch with a few wins, they’ll be in good shape to make a run at the conference title

The Blue Devils will finish the season with a road trip to Syracuse before returning home for senior night against Pittsburgh. Make sure you get your tickets early – it’s sure to be a special night for the seniors on the team!

The ACC Tournament

The long-awaited ACC tournament schedule is finally here! The Duke Blue Devils will take on the Syracuse Orange in the first round on Wednesday, March 11th at 2:00 PM. The game will be televised on ESPN.

The NCAA Tournament

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament also known and marketed as NCAA March Madness is a single-elimination tournament played each spring in the United States currently featuring 68 college basketball teams from the Division I level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), to determine the National Championship The tournament was created in 1939 by the National Association of Basketball Coaches and was the idea of Ohio State University coach Harold Olsen. Played mostly during March, it has become one of the most famous annual sporting events in the United States

The Duke Basketball Schedule is Here!