Who Won the Duke Basketball Game? Final Score & Stats

By Emma Wilson · July 8, 2028

Who Won the Duke Basketball Game?

The Duke Blue Devils won their most recent basketball game against the North Carolina Tar Heels with a final score of 89–80 on February 1, 2025. Led by star freshman forward Kyle Filipowski and senior guard Jeremy Roach, Duke secured a dominant victory at Cameron Indoor Stadium, improving their ACC record to 7–2 on the season.

Duke's Recent Performance in the 2024–2025 Season

The 2024–2025 NCAA men's basketball season has seen Duke emerge as a top-tier team in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Under head coach Jon Scheyer, the Blue Devils have shown consistent improvement since their Final Four appearance in 2024. Their recent win over North Carolina marks a pivotal moment in conference play.

Key Factors Behind Duke's Victory

Strong interior defense: Duke outrebounded UNC 42–31 and blocked six shots.
Three-point efficiency: The Blue Devils shot 45.7% from beyond the arc (10-of-22).
Bench contribution: Reserve players scored 26 points compared to UNC's 14.
Tight turnover control: Duke committed only 9 turnovers, while forcing 14 from UNC.

Detailed Game Statistics: Duke vs. North Carolina (Feb 1, 2025)

Statistic	Duke	North Carolina
Final Score	89	80
Field Goal %	51.2%	43.8%
3-Point %	45.7%	35.0%
Free Throw %	80.0%	72.7%
Rebounds	42	31
Assists	19	15
Turnovers	9	14
Blocks	6	2
Steals	7	5

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The statistical edge clearly favored Duke in this matchup. Their superior field goal percentage and rebounding dominance allowed them to control tempo throughout the game. Additionally, fewer turnovers limited UNC’s transition opportunities.

ACC Standings Impact After Duke's Win

Duke’s victory boosted their position in the ACC standings, placing them second behind Virginia, who holds a 7–1 conference record. This win strengthens their NCAA Tournament resume and enhances their NET ranking, currently at No. 6 nationally.

Upcoming Challenges for the Blue Devils

February 8: vs. Syracuse (Home)
February 15: at Louisville (Away)
February 22: vs. Virginia (Home – crucial ACC showdown)

Each upcoming game will test Duke’s consistency as they aim for a top seed in March Madness.

Frequently Asked Questions About Duke Basketball Games

Who scored the most points in the Duke vs. UNC game on February 1, 2025?

Kyle Filipowski led all scorers with 27 points, including four three-pointers and a perfect 7-of-7 from the free-throw line.

Where can I watch replays of Duke's basketball games?

Full game highlights and replays are available on ESPN+, the Duke Athletics website (goduke.com), and the ACC Network platform.

What is Duke's current national ranking in men's college basketball?

As of February 3, 2025, Duke is ranked No. 4 in the AP Poll and No. 5 in the USA Today Coaches Poll.

How many times have Duke and UNC played each other historically?

Duke and North Carolina have faced off 262 times, making it one of the most-played rivalries in college basketball history. UNC leads the series 137–125.