NCAAB · Final

Duke Dominates Notre Dame in Lopsided Victory

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Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Purcell Pavilion

Duke Blue Devils 100, Notre Dame Fighting Irish 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 Notre Dame Fighting Irish?

Duke Blue Devils beat Notre Dame Fighting Irish 100-56 at Purcell Pavilion on February 24, 2026.

Who was favored in Duke Blue Devils vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?

Duke Blue Devils were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2100 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Duke Blue Devils overwhelmed the Notre Dame Fighting Irish with a final score of 100 to 56 at Purcell Pavilion. This game showcased the stark contrast in the teams' recent forms, with Duke continuing its impressive season while Notre Dame struggled to find its footing. Duke entered the game with a record of 26-2, having won four consecutive games and nine of its last ten, averaging 76.6 points scored while allowing just 58.4 points. In contrast, Notre Dame had a record of 12-16, having lost eight of its last ten games, with an average of 76.4 points scored but a troubling 82.4 points allowed during that stretch.

Duke's recent performances have been characterized by strong defensive play and efficient scoring. In its last five games, Duke recorded an average of 74.8 points scored and allowed only 61.2 points. The Blue Devils displayed their offensive prowess against Michigan, Syracuse, and Clemson, winning each of those contests by significant margins. Conversely, Notre Dame's recent struggles were evident as they entered the game having lost their last match against the Pittsburgh Panthers, 68-73, and their overall form reflected a team that has faced challenges both at home and on the road.

At home, Notre Dame had a record of 2-2 in its last four games, but it has been particularly vulnerable on the road, suffering six consecutive losses. Their last five games saw them win only once, indicating a team that has struggled to maintain consistency. In contrast, Duke boasted a perfect 6-0 record at home in its last six games, further emphasizing their dominance this season.

The teams had met once earlier in the season, where Duke emerged victorious with an 86-78 win on January 11, 2025. This prior meeting set the stage for what many expected would be another challenging outing for Notre Dame against a formidable Duke squad.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the disparity in team performance suggests that Duke was likely at full strength, while Notre Dame's struggles may have been compounded by potential issues within their roster.

The betting lines from DraftKings reflected the expected outcome, with Duke favored by a significant spread of 16.5 points. The total for the game was set at 141.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately came to fruition with Duke's 100-point performance.

Conditions in Purcell Pavilion were likely favorable for both teams, but the home crowd could not lift Notre Dame's spirits as they faced a relentless Duke offense. The Blue Devils' ability to score from various positions on the court, coupled with their defensive tenacity, made it a challenging environment for the Fighting Irish.

Viewers should have noted Duke's scoring plays, which included several free throws and three-pointers, showcasing their offensive depth. Cayden Boozer and Darren Harris were among the key contributors in the second half, with Boozer making pivotal shots that extended Duke's lead. The final quarter saw Notre Dame struggle to keep pace, leading to a lopsided score that reflected Duke's dominance throughout the game.

In conclusion, Duke's commanding victory over Notre Dame not only highlights their status as a top contender in the league but also underscores the challenges facing Notre Dame as they navigate a difficult season. With Duke's continued success and Notre Dame's struggles, the implications of this game extend beyond just the scoreboard, signaling a need for the Fighting Irish to regroup and reassess as the season progresses.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DUKE -16.5	141.5 o -115 / u -105	Duke Blue Devils -2100 · Notre Dame Fighting Irish +1100

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Leaders

PointsBrady Koehler14Notre Dame Fighting Irish
AssistsSir Mohammed2Notre Dame Fighting Irish
ReboundsCarson Towt7Notre Dame Fighting Irish
PointsCameron Boozer24Duke Blue Devils
AssistsCayden Boozer4Duke Blue Devils
ReboundsCameron Boozer13Duke Blue Devils

Recent form

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Last 10: 2-8Streak L176.4 scored · 82.4 allowed per game2-2 at home

L68-73at Pittsburgh PanthersFeb 21
W89-74vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsFeb 14
L81-89at SMU MustangsFeb 11
L79-82vs Florida State SeminolesFeb 7
L65-76at Louisville CardinalsFeb 5
L72-86at Syracuse OrangeJan 31
L97-100vs Virginia CavaliersJan 28
W68-64vs Boston College EaglesJan 24
L69-91at North Carolina Tar HeelsJan 22
L76-89at Virginia Tech HokiesJan 17

Duke Blue Devils

Last 10: 9-1Streak W476.6 scored · 58.4 allowed per game3-1 away

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
W90-69vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsJan 24
W80-50at Stanford CardinalJan 17

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	Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Field goals	27-59	19-52
Field goal %	46	37
Three-pointers	12-33	7-26
Three-point %	36	27
Free throws	34-38	11-19
Free throw %	89	58
Rebounds	49	27
Offensive rebounds	14	5
Defensive rebounds	35	22
Assists	20	9
Steals	11	1
Blocks	1	0
Turnovers	9	15
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	23	5
Fast-break points	19	3
Points in the paint	30	22
Fouls	20	22
Largest lead	46	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	99	0

How the scoring went

2nd Half60-27Cameron Boozer makes layup
2nd Half60-30Brady Koehler makes 25-foot three point jumper (Braeden Shrewsberry assists)
2nd Half63-30Darren Harris makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cayden Boozer assists)
2nd Half63-32Carson Towt makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half64-32Nikolas Khamenia makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-32Nikolas Khamenia makes layup (Maliq Brown assists)
2nd Half68-32Cayden Boozer makes 13-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half68-34Sir Mohammed makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half69-34Darren Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-34Darren Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-34Darren Harris makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cayden Boozer assists)
2nd Half73-36Brady Koehler makes driving layup
2nd Half76-36Caleb Foster makes 24-foot three point jumper (Darren Harris assists)
2nd Half78-36Cayden Boozer makes driving layup
2nd Half78-39Sir Mohammed makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cole Certa assists)
2nd Half80-39Caleb Foster makes driving layup
2nd Half81-39Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half81-41Sir Mohammed makes layup
2nd Half82-41Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half83-41Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half85-41Patrick Ngongba II makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Isaiah Evans assists)
2nd Half85-43Sir Mohammed makes 6-foot hook shot
2nd Half86-43Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half87-43Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half87-46Cole Certa makes 26-foot three point jumper (Sir Mohammed assists)
2nd Half87-48Matthew MacLellan makes layup (Ryder Frost assists)
2nd Half90-48Nikolas Khamenia makes 22-foot three point jumper (Maliq Brown assists)
2nd Half91-48Cayden Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half92-48Cayden Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half94-48Darren Harris makes 2-foot dunk (Jack Scott assists)
2nd Half94-50Matthew MacLellan makes layup (Brady Koehler assists)
2nd Half95-50Cayden Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half96-50Cayden Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half96-51Matthew MacLellan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half96-52Matthew MacLellan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half96-55Ryder Frost makes 23-foot three point jumper
2nd Half98-55Cayden Boozer makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half99-55Darren Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half100-55Darren Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half100-56Brady Stevens makes free throw 1 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish, below favours Duke Blue Devils.