Alright, who's ready for another classic Duke vs UNC showdown? 
This rivalry is legendary, and this Duke vs UNC game on March 9 is shaping up to be another must-watch.
Looking at the numbers, Duke is coming in hot. ESPN Analytics gives them a 79.8% chance to take this one, and based on their recent dominant win over UNC (87-70), it’s hard to argue with that. Cooper Flagg has been an absolute beast, leading the way with 19.4 PPG and 7.6 RPG, plus he dropped 21 points last time against UNC. On the other side, RJ Davis has been UNC’s key man, but his 39.9% FG isn’t exactly inspiring against Duke’s defense.
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If UNC wants a shot at flipping the script, they’ll need big performances from RJ Davis and Elliot Cadeau, who leads the team with 6.0 APG. They also need to avoid early turnovers – last time, they had more turnovers (9) than field goals in the first half. That’s brutal.
What do you guys think? Any hope for a UNC men’s basketball upset, or is this another Tar Heels L incoming?
This rivalry is legendary, and this Duke vs UNC game on March 9 is shaping up to be another must-watch.Looking at the numbers, Duke is coming in hot. ESPN Analytics gives them a 79.8% chance to take this one, and based on their recent dominant win over UNC (87-70), it’s hard to argue with that. Cooper Flagg has been an absolute beast, leading the way with 19.4 PPG and 7.6 RPG, plus he dropped 21 points last time against UNC. On the other side, RJ Davis has been UNC’s key man, but his 39.9% FG isn’t exactly inspiring against Duke’s defense.
UNC vs Duke Prediction
UNC’s been shaky, winning four of their last five, but that loss to Clemson (85-65) exposed some weaknesses. Meanwhile, Duke has been blowing teams out left and right, winning their last five games by an average margin of 27.6 points.If UNC wants a shot at flipping the script, they’ll need big performances from RJ Davis and Elliot Cadeau, who leads the team with 6.0 APG. They also need to avoid early turnovers – last time, they had more turnovers (9) than field goals in the first half. That’s brutal.
Final Score Prediction: Duke 84 - UNC 72
Duke's depth, efficiency (49.2% FG), and defense (allowing just 61 PPG) give them the clear edge here. The North Carolina Tar Heels men’s basketball squad is scrappy, but unless they bring something new to the table, this one’s Duke’s to lose.What do you guys think? Any hope for a UNC men’s basketball upset, or is this another Tar Heels L incoming?