Duke Dominates Stanford in Convincing Win
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Maples Pavilion
Duke Blue Devils 80, Stanford Cardinal 50, 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 Stanford Cardinal?
Duke Blue Devils beat Stanford Cardinal 80-50 at Maples Pavilion on January 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Duke Blue Devils vs Stanford Cardinal?
Duke Blue Devils were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -750 (about 88% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at Maples Pavilion, the Duke Blue Devils showcased their dominance with a commanding 80-50 victory over the Stanford Cardinal. This game highlighted Duke's strong season and their ability to perform well away from home, as they improved their record to 18-1. Stanford, on the other hand, faced challenges in both scoring and defense, resulting in a drop to 14-6 for the season.
Duke entered the game riding a five-game winning streak, having outscored their opponents significantly in recent outings, averaging 82.6 points in their last five games while allowing 74.0. Their performance against the California Golden Bears just two days prior, where they won 71-56, further solidified their confidence. In contrast, Stanford's recent form was less impressive, with a record of 3-2 in their last five games, averaging only 67.8 points while conceding 70.2. Their last game against the North Carolina Tar Heels saw them secure a high-scoring 95-90 win, but this success was not replicated against Duke.
At home, Stanford held a record of 4-2, while Duke boasted a perfect 5-0 record in away games this season. This trend continued as Duke effectively controlled the game from the outset, demonstrating their prowess on the road. The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on February 15, 2025, where Duke also triumphed, winning 106-70, indicating a pattern of dominance in their encounters.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often impact a team's performance. Duke's depth and talent were evident in this game, as they executed their game plan effectively, limiting Stanford's scoring opportunities.
The betting market reflected Duke's strong position, with DraftKings setting the spread at -11.5 in favor of the Blue Devils. The total for the game was set at 148.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. Duke's moneyline was -750, while Stanford's was +525, underscoring the disparity in perceived team strength.
Conditions in Maples Pavilion were conducive to a competitive game, but Duke's ability to adapt and execute their strategy shone through. The Blue Devils' offensive efficiency was on full display, with players like Nikolas Khamenia contributing significantly to the scoreline. Khamenia's performance included multiple free throws and driving layups, showcasing his ability to penetrate Stanford's defense.
As the game progressed, Duke maintained a significant lead, with scoring plays such as Jeremy Dent-Smith's driving layup and Benny Gealer's contributions helping to extend their advantage. Stanford struggled to keep pace, ultimately finishing with only 50 points, a stark contrast to Duke's 80.
Overall, this game served as a testament to Duke's strength in the NCAAB landscape, while Stanford will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DUKE -11.5 | 148.5 o -108 / u -112 | Duke Blue Devils -750 · Stanford Cardinal +525 |
Leaders
- PointsJeremy Dent-Smith18Stanford Cardinal
- AssistsBenny Gealer3Stanford Cardinal
- ReboundsAJ Rohosy11Stanford Cardinal
- PointsCameron Boozer30Duke Blue Devils
- AssistsMaliq Brown5Duke Blue Devils
- ReboundsCameron Boozer14Duke Blue Devils
Recent form
Stanford Cardinal
Last 10: 7-3Streak W174 scored · 71.6 allowed per game4-2 at home
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Duke Blue Devils
Last 10: 9-1Streak W580.4 scored · 72.2 allowed per game5-0 away
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- W80-71at Arkansas RazorbacksNov 28
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 | Stanford Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-50 | 19-54 |
| Field goal % | 56 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 4-10 | 6-25 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 24 |
| Free throws | 20-28 | 6-10 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 16 |
| Assists | 16 | 8 |
| Steals | 12 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 20 |
| Fouls | 18 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 32 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-23AJ Rohosy makes driving layup (Ryan Agarwal assists)
- 2nd Half42-23Isaiah Evans makes 5-foot dunk (Patrick Ngongba II assists)
- 2nd Half42-25AJ Rohosy makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half44-25Cayden Boozer makes layup (Maliq Brown assists)
- 2nd Half44-28Ryan Agarwal makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ebuka Okorie assists)
- 2nd Half46-28Maliq Brown makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Cayden Boozer assists)
- 2nd Half48-28Patrick Ngongba II makes layup (Cameron Boozer assists)
- 2nd Half49-28Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-28Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-30Aidan Cammann makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half50-32Jeremy Dent-Smith makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-33Jeremy Dent-Smith makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half52-33Cameron Boozer makes layup
- 2nd Half52-36Jeremy Dent-Smith makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-36Isaiah Evans makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nikolas Khamenia assists)
- 2nd Half56-36Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-38Jeremy Dent-Smith makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half58-38Cameron Boozer makes layup (Isaiah Evans assists)
- 2nd Half61-38Cameron Boozer makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half61-41Jeremy Dent-Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aidan Cammann assists)
- 2nd Half62-41Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-41Patrick Ngongba II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-41Maliq Brown makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-42Aidan Cammann makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-44Ebuka Okorie makes layup
- 2nd Half66-44Isaiah Evans makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-44Isaiah Evans makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-44Cameron Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-44Cameron Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-44Isaiah Evans makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Maliq Brown assists)
- 2nd Half74-44Cayden Boozer makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half75-44Darren Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-46Jeremy Dent-Smith makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-46Nikolas Khamenia makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-46Nikolas Khamenia makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-48Benny Gealer makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half79-48Nikolas Khamenia makes driving layup
- 2nd Half80-48Nikolas Khamenia makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half80-49Benny Gealer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-50Benny Gealer makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Stanford Cardinal, below favours Duke Blue Devils.
Venue
- Maples PavilionStanford, CA
- Attendance7880
- OfficialsBill Covington Jr., Marques Pettigrew, Jemel Spearman
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