Duke Blue Devils Dominate Stanford
In a dominant display, the sixth-ranked Duke Blue Devils triumphed over Stanford with a commanding 80-50 victory on Saturday at Maples Pavilion, marking their inaugural appearance at the venue. Cameron Boozer was the standout performer, scoring an impressive 30 points and grabbing 14 rebounds. His shooting was stellar, going 12 for 17 from the field, building on his recent achievements including a 21-point, 13-rebound game against California just a few nights earlier. Boozer electrified the crowd with a two-handed slam dunk just before halftime, capitalizing on a miss from teammate Maliq Brown.
Team Performance and Records
The Blue Devils, now boasting a record of 17 wins and only 1 loss, remain undefeated in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) with a 6-0 record. Isaiah Evans contributed significantly with 15 points, while Patrick Ngongba II added 13 points to the scoreline. The sellout crowd at Maples was treated to a show as Duke fans made their presence felt throughout every section of the arena.
Stanford’s Struggles
Stanford, holding a record of 14 wins and 5 losses, saw Jeremy Dent-Smith lead their scoring with 18 points. However, the Cardinal struggled with ball security, resulting in 18 turnovers that gifted Duke 22 points. AJ Rohosy also contributed for Stanford, achieving 8 points and securing 11 rebounds. As the game unfolded, the Cardinal’s three-point shooting woes became apparent, as they made just 6 of 25 attempts from beyond the arc, starting poorly at 1 for 9, which set them back early in the contest.
Looking Ahead
Freshman Ebuka Okorie had a tough outing, finishing with just 9 points after an explosive 36-point performance against North Carolina earlier in the week. This match marked Stanford’s first full-capacity game since February 10, 2024, when they faced USC, showcasing the support from their fans despite the final score.
Looking ahead, Duke is slated to host Wake Forest next Saturday, while Stanford will take on their local rivals, California, next weekend.
