Duke Dominates NC State in Convincing Win
Monday, March 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Lenovo Center
Duke Blue Devils 93, NC State Wolfpack 64, 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 NC State Wolfpack?
Duke Blue Devils beat NC State Wolfpack 93-64 at Lenovo Center on March 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Duke Blue Devils vs NC State Wolfpack?
Duke Blue Devils were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -550 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Duke Blue Devils triumphed over the NC State Wolfpack with a final score of 93-64 at the Lenovo Center. This game highlighted Duke's dominance, particularly as they extended their winning streak to six games, while NC State faced their third consecutive loss. Duke's impressive away record of 28-2 this season contrasted sharply with NC State's home record of 19-11, showcasing the disparity in performance between the two teams.
Duke entered the game with a strong recent form, having won nine of their last ten games, averaging 77.3 points scored while allowing only 57.2 points. Their last five games saw them score an average of 82.6 points, demonstrating their offensive prowess. Conversely, NC State struggled in their recent outings, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games and an average of 81.7 points scored, closely matched by their average of 81.3 points allowed. In their last five games, NC State averaged just 77.2 points while allowing a concerning 87.8 points per game.
At home, NC State had a record of 3-1 in their last four games, but their overall recent form had dipped significantly, culminating in a disappointing last two games where they lost to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Virginia Cavaliers. Duke, on the other hand, maintained a perfect home record of 6-0 in their last six games and a solid away record of 3-1, further emphasizing their capability to perform under pressure.
The two teams had met earlier in the season on January 28, 2025, where Duke also emerged victorious with a score of 74-64. This continued success against NC State added to the pressure on the Wolfpack as they sought to turn their fortunes around in this latest encounter.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall health of the rosters can often play a crucial role in game outcomes. Duke's ability to field a complete squad likely contributed to their commanding performance.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Duke as the favorites, with a spread of 8.5 points and a total set at 150.5. The odds reflected the market's confidence in Duke's ability to secure a comfortable win, which they certainly delivered on.
Conditions on game day were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the Lenovo Center was likely charged, given the rivalry and stakes involved. Fans of both teams would have been eager to see how their squads would perform under the spotlight.
As the game unfolded, Duke's offensive strategy proved effective, with several players contributing to the scoreline. Key moments included Darren Harris making free throws and a series of layups from Matt Able, Nikolas Khamenia, and others, which helped Duke build a substantial lead. NC State attempted to respond with their own scoring plays, including a late three-point jumper from Paul McNeil Jr., but the damage had already been done.
Overall, this matchup served as a stark reminder of the current state of both programs, with Duke continuing to assert their dominance in the league while NC State looks to regroup and find their footing as the season progresses.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DUKE -8.5 | 150.5 o -112 / u -108 | Duke Blue Devils -550 · NC State Wolfpack +410 |
Leaders
- PointsDarrion Williams17NC State Wolfpack
- AssistsQuadir Copeland5NC State Wolfpack
- ReboundsMusa Sagnia8NC State Wolfpack
- PointsCameron Boozer26Duke Blue Devils
- AssistsCaleb Foster7Duke Blue Devils
- ReboundsCameron Boozer9Duke Blue Devils
Recent form
NC State Wolfpack
Last 10: 6-4Streak L281.7 scored · 81.3 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L90-96at Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 28
- L61-90at Virginia CavaliersFeb 25
- W82-58vs North Carolina Tar HeelsFeb 18
- L76-77vs Miami HurricanesFeb 14
- L77-118at Louisville CardinalsFeb 10
- W82-73vs Virginia Tech HokiesFeb 7
- W84-83at SMU MustangsFeb 4
- W96-78at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsJan 31
- W88-68vs Syracuse OrangeJan 28
- W81-72at Pittsburgh PanthersJan 24
Duke Blue Devils
Last 10: 9-1Streak W677.3 scored · 57.2 allowed per game3-1 away
- W77-51vs Virginia CavaliersFeb 28
- W100-56at Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 25
- W68-63vs Michigan WolverinesFeb 21
- W101-64vs Syracuse OrangeFeb 17
- W67-54vs Clemson TigersFeb 14
- W70-54at Pittsburgh PanthersFeb 11
- L68-71at North Carolina Tar HeelsFeb 7
- W67-49vs Boston College EaglesFeb 4
- W72-58at Virginia Tech HokiesJan 31
- W83-52vs Louisville CardinalsJan 27
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 | NC State Wolfpack |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-59 | 23-65 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 11-28 | 7-29 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 24 |
| Free throws | 18-27 | 11-17 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 17 |
| Assists | 24 | 12 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 28 |
| Fouls | 16 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 32 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 85 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-35Patrick Ngongba II makes layup (Caleb Foster assists)
- 2nd Half59-35Caleb Foster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-35Isaiah Evans makes 25-foot three point jumper (Caleb Foster assists)
- 2nd Half62-36Darrion Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-37Darrion Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-37Maliq Brown makes 2-foot dunk (Nikolas Khamenia assists)
- 2nd Half64-39Alyn Breed makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-39Cameron Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-39Cameron Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-40Paul McNeil Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half66-41Paul McNeil Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half66-42Paul McNeil Jr. makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half67-42Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-44Quadir Copeland makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half67-45Alyn Breed makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-46Alyn Breed makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-46Cameron Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-46Cameron Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-48Musa Sagnia makes 8-foot hook shot (Terrance Arceneaux assists)
- 2nd Half71-48Patrick Ngongba II makes 3-foot dunk (Cameron Boozer assists)
- 2nd Half72-48Cameron Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-48Cameron Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-51Quadir Copeland makes 22-foot three point jumper (Matt Able assists)
- 2nd Half75-51Cameron Boozer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-51Cameron Boozer makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half76-53Darrion Williams makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot (Quadir Copeland assists)
- 2nd Half76-55Darrion Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half78-55Cameron Boozer makes layup
- 2nd Half81-55Caleb Foster makes 29-foot three point jumper (Maliq Brown assists)
- 2nd Half83-55Cameron Boozer makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half85-55Cayden Boozer makes layup (Maliq Brown assists)
- 2nd Half86-55Darren Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-55Darren Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-57Matt Able makes driving layup
- 2nd Half89-57Nikolas Khamenia makes layup (Jack Scott assists)
- 2nd Half89-59Musa Sagnia makes layup (Alyn Breed assists)
- 2nd Half91-59Cayden Boozer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half91-61Alyn Breed makes layup
- 2nd Half93-61Jack Scott makes layup
- 2nd Half93-64Paul McNeil Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Matt Able assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours NC State Wolfpack, below favours Duke Blue Devils.
Venue
- Lenovo CenterRaleigh, NC
- Attendance19367
- OfficialsLee Cassell, Ron Groover, Tommy Morrissey
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