In a thrilling ACC showdown, Duke’s leading scorer showcased why he’s the centerpiece of the Blue Devils’ offense, pouring in an electrifying 28 points to lead his team to a hard-fought victory over Syracuse. The game, held at Cameron Indoor Stadium, was a nail-biter from start to finish, with both teams trading momentum in a high-stakes battle.
From the opening tip, Duke’s star was locked in, demonstrating his full arsenal of offensive skills. He nailed contested jumpers, drove aggressively to the basket, and drained critical three-pointers to keep Syracuse’s zone defense on its heels. His ability to create his own shot under pressure was on full display, particularly in the second half, when Syracuse threatened to seize control.
The pivotal moment came with just under three minutes remaining. With the Orange rallying and the score tied at 72, the Blue Devils leaned on their go-to scorer. He delivered a clutch three-pointer to break the deadlock, silencing Syracuse’s momentum and sending the Cameron Crazies into a frenzy. Moments later, he sealed the game with a pair of ice-cold free throws, cementing his status as the night’s hero.
While his scoring was the headline, the performance was about more than just points. He contributed in other areas too, pulling down six rebounds, dishing out four assists, and playing tenacious defense against Syracuse’s top offensive threats.
Duke head coach Jon Scheyer was full of praise after the game, calling the performance “one of the most complete efforts we’ve seen all season.” With this win, the Blue Devils improved to 18-5 on the season, keeping their ACC title hopes alive.
For Duke fans, it was a reminder of why their leading scorer is not just a rising star but also the engine driving their team’s success.
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