Duke Basketball Defeats Wake Forest 63-56, Improves to 17-2

Duke men's basketball secured a hard-fought 63-56 victory against Wake Forest, led by standout freshman Cooper Flagg, who scored 24 points and made a crucial dunk to regain the lead. The Blue Devils, ranked No. 2 and now holding a 17-2 overall record, demonstrated resilience after trailing in the second half, thanks in part to a strategic switch to a 2-3 zone defense. Coach Jon Scheyer praised his team's toughness and adaptability, noting the effectiveness of the zone defense during critical moments. Fellow freshman Kon Knueppel added 15 points and helped solidify Duke's performance in a low-scoring game. This win marks Duke's 13th consecutive victory as they remain undefeated in conference play, with their next challenge against NC State on January 27. The Blue Devils' impressive season includes a historic +36.26 net rating, a rarity in college basketball history.