NCAAB · Final

Duke Dominates California in NCAAB Showdown

Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 11:10 PM ET · Haas Pavilion

Duke Blue Devils 71, California Golden Bears 56, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Duke Blue Devils vs California Golden Bears?

Duke Blue Devils beat California Golden Bears 71-56 at Haas Pavilion on January 14, 2026.

Who was favored in Duke Blue Devils vs California Golden Bears?

Duke Blue Devils were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1100 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive clash at Haas Pavilion, the Duke Blue Devils triumphed over the California Golden Bears with a final score of 71-56. This matchup showcased Duke's strength as they extended their winning streak to five games, while California faced their third consecutive loss. Duke entered the game with a robust away record of 16-1, while California had a home record of 13-5. The game was set against the backdrop of a competitive atmosphere, with Duke being favored by 14.5 points according to DraftKings, which also set the total points line at 149.5.

Duke's recent form has been impressive, as they recorded a 9-1 record over their last ten games, averaging 82.6 points scored per game and allowing 72.2 points. Their last five games saw them maintain an average score of 84.6, indicating a potent offense. In contrast, California's recent performance has been less favorable, with a record of 7-3 in their last ten games and an average of 76.6 points scored, but they have allowed 70.3 points. Their last five games reflected a struggle, as they averaged only 70.2 points while allowing 75.8.

At home, California has been solid with a record of 7-1, but their away performance has been concerning, as they have yet to win on the road this season. Duke, on the other hand, has been formidable away from home, boasting a perfect 4-0 record in away games. This disparity in home and away performance added an intriguing dynamic to the matchup.

The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, where Duke also emerged victorious with a score of 78-57, underscoring their dominance in this matchup. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups.

The conditions at Haas Pavilion were conducive for basketball, with a typical collegiate atmosphere that often favors the home team. However, Duke's experience and recent form seemed to overshadow any potential home-court advantage for California.

As the game unfolded, Duke's Cameron Boozer made a significant impact, contributing multiple scoring plays in the second half, including a series of layups that helped solidify their lead. The scoring plays highlighted Duke's ability to capitalize on offensive opportunities, while California struggled to keep pace.

Overall, the matchup illustrated the contrasting trajectories of the two programs, with Duke continuing to assert their dominance in collegiate basketball while California seeks to regain their footing after a challenging stretch.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DUKE -14.5	149.5 o -108 / u -112	Duke Blue Devils -1100 · California Golden Bears +700

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Leaders

PointsLee Dort14California Golden Bears
AssistsJustin Pippen3California Golden Bears
ReboundsLee Dort9California Golden Bears
PointsCameron Boozer21Duke Blue Devils
AssistsCameron Boozer3Duke Blue Devils
ReboundsCameron Boozer13Duke Blue Devils

Recent form

California Golden Bears

Last 10: 7-3Streak L276.6 scored · 70.3 allowed per game7-1 at home

L75-78at Virginia Tech HokiesJan 10
L60-84at Virginia CavaliersJan 8
W72-71vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishJan 3
L70-90vs Louisville CardinalsDec 31
W74-56vs Columbia LionsDec 21
W97-50vs Morgan State BearsDec 20
W79-70vs Northwestern State DemonsDec 13
W93-71vs Dominican (CA) PenguinsDec 10
W67-61vs Pacific TigersDec 6
W79-72vs Utah UtesDec 3

Duke Blue Devils

Last 10: 9-1Streak W482.6 scored · 72.2 allowed per game4-0 away

W82-75vs SMU MustangsJan 10
W84-73at Louisville CardinalsJan 7
W91-87at Florida State SeminolesJan 3
W85-79vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsDec 31
L81-82vs Texas Tech Red RaidersDec 21
W97-73vs Lipscomb BisonsDec 16
W66-60at Michigan State SpartansDec 6
W67-66vs Florida GatorsDec 3
W80-71at Arkansas RazorbacksNov 28
W93-56vs Howard BisonNov 23

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Duke	35-3	-	17-1
Virginia	30-6	2	15-3
Miami	26-9	4	13-5
North Carolina	24-9	5	12-6
Clemson	24-11	5	12-6
Louisville	24-11	6	11-7
NC State	20-14	7	10-8
Florida State	18-15	7	10-8
California	22-12	8	9-9
Stanford	20-13	8	9-9
Virginia Tech	19-13	9	8-10
SMU	20-14	9	8-10
Wake Forest	18-17	10	7-11
Syracuse	15-17	11	6-12
Pittsburgh	13-20	12	5-13
Notre Dame	13-18	13	4-14
Boston College	11-20	13	4-14
Georgia Tech	11-20	15	2-16

Box score

Stat	Duke Blue Devils	California Golden Bears
Field goals	28-62	19-52
Field goal %	45	37
Three-pointers	7-32	5-23
Three-point %	22	22
Free throws	8-17	13-17
Free throw %	47	76
Rebounds	44	30
Offensive rebounds	16	6
Defensive rebounds	28	24
Assists	16	9
Steals	6	8
Blocks	5	1
Turnovers	10	11
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	20	12
Fast-break points	8	2
Points in the paint	42	16
Fouls	17	22
Largest lead	19	6
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	57	37

How the scoring went

1st Half31-30Isaiah Evans makes 28-foot three point jumper (Cayden Boozer assists)
1st Half32-30Cayden Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half34-30Isaiah Evans makes 1-foot dunk
1st Half37-30Isaiah Evans makes 31-foot three pointer
2nd Half37-32Lee Dort makes 0-foot dunk
2nd Half39-32Cameron Boozer makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half39-34Dai Dai Ames makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half41-34Isaiah Evans makes 13-foot floating jump shot (Cameron Boozer assists)
2nd Half41-35Justin Pippen makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-36Justin Pippen makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-37Justin Pippen makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-39Dai Dai Ames makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half41-40Justin Pippen makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-41Justin Pippen makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half42-41Cameron Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-41Cameron Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-41Caleb Foster makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half45-43Justin Pippen makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half48-43Isaiah Evans makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cameron Boozer assists)
2nd Half48-45DeJuan Campbell makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half50-45Cameron Boozer makes layup (Patrick Ngongba II assists)
2nd Half50-46Lee Dort makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half50-47Lee Dort makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-47Cameron Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-47Cameron Boozer makes driving layup
2nd Half55-47Nikolas Khamenia makes driving layup (Cameron Boozer assists)
2nd Half56-47Nikolas Khamenia makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half56-48Lee Dort makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-48Nikolas Khamenia makes layup (Maliq Brown assists)
2nd Half60-48Cameron Boozer makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half62-48Caleb Foster makes driving layup
2nd Half62-51John Camden makes 23-foot three point jumper (Justin Pippen assists)
2nd Half64-51Cameron Boozer makes layup
2nd Half66-51Cameron Boozer makes layup (Caleb Foster assists)
2nd Half68-51Cameron Boozer makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half68-52Lee Dort makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-52Nikolas Khamenia makes 23-foot three point jumper (Caleb Foster assists)
2nd Half71-54Dai Dai Ames makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half71-55Dai Dai Ames makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-56Dai Dai Ames makes free throw 2 of 2