Duke Dominates Coastal Carolina in Commanding Victory
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Cameron Indoor Stadium
Duke Blue Devils 113, Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 52, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Duke Blue Devils?
Duke Blue Devils beat Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 113-52 at Cameron Indoor Stadium on November 5, 2026.
The Duke Blue Devils showcased their dominance in a decisive victory over the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, finishing the game with a score of 113 to 52.
They averaged 82.6 points per game while allowing just 61.9, indicating a strong offensive and defensive performance. In their previous outing, they defeated the Army Black Knights 84-50, further establishing their prowess on their home court.
On the other hand, Coastal Carolina struggled to find their footing this season, with a 0-2 record prior to this game. Their recent form showed a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak heading into the matchup against Duke. The Chanticleers averaged 74.3 points per game but allowed 75.3, suggesting defensive vulnerabilities that Duke exploited throughout the game.
Historically, Duke has had the upper hand in previous meetings, and this game continued that trend decisively. The Blue Devils' ability to control the game was evident from the start, as they quickly established a substantial lead. The conditions in Cameron Indoor Stadium, known for its energetic atmosphere, likely contributed to Duke's performance, as they thrived in front of their home crowd.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best players. This absence of injury concerns meant that both teams could compete at full strength, although Duke's depth and talent were evident in their overwhelming performance.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Duke heavily favored with a spread of -40.5 and a total set at 149.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a dominant performance from the Blue Devils, which they certainly delivered.
Viewers should have noted the scoring plays that unfolded, particularly in the second half, where Duke continued to pull away. Key moments included Bryson Howard's contributions, including multiple free throws that helped push Duke's score to 113. The game also featured a notable three-pointer by Deron Rippey Jr. as well as consistent scoring from various players, showcasing Duke's offensive depth.
Overall, the game was a testament to Duke's current form and their ability to perform at a high level, particularly at home, while Coastal Carolina will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward.
What we said beforehand
The Duke Blue Devils will face the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at Cameron Indoor Stadium on November 6, 2026, in what promises to be an intriguing matchup. Duke enters the game with a record of 1-0 after a decisive victory against the Army Black Knights, where they won 84-50. Conversely, Coastal Carolina comes into this contest with an 0-1 record, having lost their opening game to the Eastern Michigan Eagles by a score of 70-71.
Their last five games reflect a solid performance, with a record of 5-0 and an average of 77.4 points scored and 64.2 points allowed. Key players for Duke include Dame Sarr, who leads the team with an average of 16.0 points per game, and Patrick Ngongba II, who contributes significantly on the boards with 7.0 rebounds per game.
On the other hand, Coastal Carolina has struggled recently, currently on a two-game losing streak. Their last ten games have resulted in a record of 6-4, with an average of 74.3 points scored and 75.3 points allowed. In their last five games, they have managed to score an average of 73.2 points while allowing 76.2 points. Trey Perry stands out as the leading scorer for the Chanticleers, averaging 20.0 points per game, and he also contributes 3.0 assists.
Duke's home court advantage at Cameron Indoor Stadium cannot be overlooked, as they have maintained an 8-0 record at home this season. Coastal Carolina, meanwhile, has a mixed away record of 4-0, but they will need to overcome their recent struggles to compete effectively against a formidable Duke team.
The odds for this matchup, as provided by DraftKings, favor Duke significantly, with a spread of -40.5 and a total set at 149.5. The over odds are listed at -115.0, while the under odds are at -105.0, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring game given Duke's offensive capabilities.
As the game approaches, all eyes will be on how Coastal Carolina adjusts to Duke's aggressive style of play and whether they can find a way to contain the scoring prowess of players like Sarr. Additionally, Duke will look to continue their strong performance at home, aiming to build on their early season momentum.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DUKE -40.5 | 149.5 o -115 / u -105 | Coastal Carolina Chanticleers — · Duke Blue Devils — |
Leaders
- PointsPatrick Ngongba II28Duke Blue Devils
- AssistsCayden Boozer12Duke Blue Devils
- ReboundsSebastian Wilkins11Duke Blue Devils
- PointsTrey Perry14Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- AssistsDarius Washington III2Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- ReboundsJaevian Alston4Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Recent form
Duke Blue Devils
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1082.6 scored · 61.9 allowed per game8-0 at home
- W84-50vs Army Black KnightsNov 2
- W74-70vs Virginia CavaliersMar 15
- W73-61vs Clemson TigersMar 14
- W80-79vs Florida State SeminolesMar 12
- W76-61vs North Carolina Tar HeelsMar 7
- W93-64at NC State WolfpackMar 3
- W77-51vs Virginia CavaliersFeb 28
- W100-56at Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 25
- W68-63vs Michigan WolverinesFeb 21
- W101-64vs Syracuse OrangeFeb 17
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L274.3 scored · 75.3 allowed per game4-0 away
- L70-71vs Eastern Michigan EaglesNov 3
- L72-96vs Georgia Southern EaglesMar 8
- W69-68at James Madison DukesFeb 28
- W76-71at Georgia State PanthersFeb 25
- W79-75vs Marshall Thundering HerdFeb 21
- L65-67vs James Madison DukesFeb 19
- W69-65at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 13
- W94-91vs Massachusetts MinutemenFeb 7
- L66-70vs Arkansas State Red WolvesFeb 5
- W83-79at UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| App State | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Louisiana Tech | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Old Dominion | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Arkansas State | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Georgia Southern | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Marshall | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Southern Miss | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| South Alabama | 1-1 | - | 0-0 |
| UL Monroe | 1-1 | - | 0-0 |
| James Madison | 0-1 | - | 0-0 |
| Louisiana | 0-1 | - | 0-0 |
| Troy | 0-1 | - | 0-0 |
| Coastal Carolina | 0-2 | - | 0-0 |
| Georgia State | 0-2 | - | 0-0 |
| California | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Duke | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Notre Dame | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Pittsburgh | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| SMU | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Syracuse | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Virginia Tech | 2-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Boston College | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Clemson | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Florida State | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Georgia Tech | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Louisville | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| NC State | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| North Carolina | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Stanford | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Virginia | 1-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Wake Forest | 1-1 | - | 0-0 |
| Miami | 0-1 | - | 0-0 |
Box score
| Stat | Coastal Carolina Chanticleers | Duke Blue Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-63 | 38-62 |
| Field goal % | 30 | 61 |
| Three-pointers | 4-22 | 11-22 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 50 |
| Free throws | 10-17 | 26-41 |
| Free throw % | 59 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 53 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 39 |
| Assists | 8 | 25 |
| Steals | 10 | 12 |
| Blocks | 6 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 27 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 27 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 52 |
| Fouls | 29 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 63 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half24-70Patrick Ngongba II makes layup (Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje assists)
- 2nd Half26-70Darius Washington III makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half26-71Dame Sarr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half26-73Deron Rippey Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half27-73Drew Fuquay makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half27-75Patrick Ngongba II makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Caleb Foster assists)
- 2nd Half27-77Deron Rippey Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half27-78Deron Rippey Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half28-78Trey Perry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-78Trey Perry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-79John Blackwell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-81Cayden Boozer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half31-81Trey Perry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half31-82Caleb Foster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-83Caleb Foster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-86John Blackwell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cayden Boozer assists)
- 2nd Half33-86Q Williams IV makes driving layup
- 2nd Half33-89Caleb Foster makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cayden Boozer assists)
- 2nd Half33-92Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half36-92Tristan Thompson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Q Williams IV assists)
- 2nd Half36-94Dame Sarr makes layup
- 2nd Half38-94Caleb Middleton makes layup
- 2nd Half38-96Cayden Boozer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-96Jaylen Cross makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-98Dame Sarr makes 2-foot dunk (Cayden Boozer assists)
- 2nd Half42-98Jaevian Alston makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half42-101Cameron Williams makes 22-foot three point jumper (Sebastian Wilkins assists)
- 2nd Half42-102Sebastian Wilkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-102Ashton Hardaway makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-102Q Williams IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-105Bryson Howard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cameron Williams assists)
- 2nd Half47-105Fletcher Bigham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-105Fletcher Bigham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-107Bryson Howard makes layup (Maxime Meyer assists)
- 2nd Half48-108Bryson Howard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-108Trey Perry makes layup (Ashton Hardaway assists)
- 2nd Half50-111Deron Rippey Jr. makes 23-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half50-112Bryson Howard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-113Bryson Howard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-113Q Williams IV makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Duke Blue Devils, below favours Coastal Carolina Chanticleers.
Venue
- Cameron Indoor StadiumDurham, NC
- Attendance9314
- OfficialsMark Schnur, Tony Henderson, Kellen Miliner
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