Duke Triumphs Over Arizona with Stellar Defense and Flagg's Heroics
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Duke's basketball team, led by coach Jon Scheyer, showcased significant growth by defeating Arizona 69-55, following a previous loss to Kentucky. Despite starting three freshmen, Duke overcame Arizona's physicality, with standout performances from freshman Kon Knueppel and junior Tyrese Proctor. The Blue Devils' defense was pivotal, limiting Arizona to 55 points and disrupting their offensive rhythm. This victory marks a promising development for Duke as they prepare for upcoming challenges against top-ranked teams like Kansas.