Preview: No. 1 Kansas vs. No. 11 Duke Matchup in Las Vegas

Preview: No. 1 Kansas vs. No. 11 Duke Matchup in Las Vegas

November 26, 2024 Catherine Williams - Chief Editor Sports

Kansas vs. Duke Preview

No. 1 Kansas will play No. 11 Duke in Las Vegas on Tuesday. This matchup is one of the major nonconference games in the 2024-25 college basketball season. Kansas has won four of their last five games against Duke and leads the all-time series 6-8.

Kansas is currently 5-0 after defeating UNC Wilmington 84-66 last week. Earlier this season, they also beat North Carolina and Michigan State in the Champions Classic. Kansas’ All-American center, Hunter Dickinson, is averaging 17.8 points, 10.4 rebounds, 1.8 blocks, and 1.8 steals this season.

Duke comes into this game with a record of 4-1, following a significant 69-55 victory over Arizona. Freshman forward Cooper Flagg leads Duke in all statistical categories and scored a team-high 24 points against Arizona. Duke’s only loss this season was to Kentucky in the Champions Classic.

How to Watch:

  • Date: Tuesday, Nov. 26
  • Time: 9 p.m. ET
  • Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
  • TV: ESPN
  • Live Stream: Fubo (Try for free)

Prediction and Picks:

Duke needs to show the same form they had against Arizona to compete with Kansas. Last season, Kansas struggled with depth. This year, they have addressed that with new talent. Flagg is crucial for Duke’s chances. If he plays aggressively and defends well, Duke, favored by 3.5 points, could secure another big win.

Pick: Duke -3.5