Duke Basketball Prevails Over Arizona 69-55

Duke's Cooper Flagg led the Blue Devils to a 69-55 victory over Arizona, scoring 24 points and showcasing his athleticism in a challenging road environment at McKale Center. Flagg, a freshman and preseason All-American, shot 10 of 22 from the field, contributing six rebounds and three assists, while his teammate Kon Knueppel added 13 points. Duke maintained control throughout the game, never trailing in the second half, despite Arizona's attempts to close the gap. Arizona struggled against Duke's size and physicality, with Jaden Bradley scoring 18 points for the Wildcats. Duke coach Jon Scheyer praised the experience gained from playing in such a hostile setting early in the season. The win marks a rebound for Duke following a previous loss to Kentucky.