Duke’s Greatest Buzzer‑Beater Plays: A Journey Through the Clutch
A look at the iconic shots that have become part of Duke basketball lore, highlighting the players, games and the sheer drama of each final‑second heroics.
Aug 23, 2026
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The 1980 ACC Championship: A Game That Still Echoes
A last‑second rebound in the 1980 ACC final between Duke and Maryland sparked a controversy that still reverberates, involving Bill Foster, Kenny Dennard and Buck Williams.
Aug 21, 2026
1980 Duke–Maryland Rivalry: A Season of Clash and Controversy
The 1980 ACC basketball season pitted Duke against Maryland in a series of tightly fought games, marked by strategic clock management and a disputed final score.
Aug 20, 2026
The Dominant Sports Identity of America’s Elite Colleges
A recent survey maps the primary sports passions of the nation's leading colleges, revealing how football and basketball shape tradition, fan devotion and institutional pride across campuses from the East Coast to the West Coast.
Jul 26, 2026
Duke Blue Devils Continue NBA Draft Streak with Two Second‑Round Picks
The 2026 NBA Draft saw Duke prospects Isaiah Evans and Maliq Brown selected in the second round, adding to the program’s historic draft pedigree.
Jun 25, 2026
Jon Scheyer’s Forgotten Scoring Legacy at Duke
An exploration of Jon Scheyer’s remarkable playing achievements, his place among Duke’s scoring greats, and the lasting impact of his disciplined, all‑court style.
May 24, 2026
The 1979 Duke‑UNC Showdown: How Dean Smith’s Slowdown Defined a Classic
In a low‑scoring clash that still reverberates through college basketball lore, Dean Smith’s deliberate slowdown strategy led Duke to a narrow triumph over UNC, a game forever marked by an iconic airball and the careers of future NBA stars.
May 12, 2026