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Duke Dominates Lipscomb at Cameron Indoor Stadium

Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Cameron Indoor Stadium

Duke Blue Devils 97, Lipscomb Bisons 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Lipscomb Bisons vs Duke Blue Devils?

Duke Blue Devils beat Lipscomb Bisons 97-73 at Cameron Indoor Stadium on December 16, 2025.

Who was favored in Lipscomb Bisons vs Duke Blue Devils?

Duke Blue Devils were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -100000 (about 100% implied). The favorite won.

The Duke Blue Devils showcased their dominance once again, defeating the Lipscomb Bisons with a final score of 97-73 at Cameron Indoor Stadium. This victory marked Duke's 11th consecutive win of the season, maintaining their perfect home record of 7-0. The Blue Devils have been particularly impressive at home, averaging 86.8 points per game while allowing just 59.6, highlighting their strong defensive capabilities alongside a potent offense.

Duke's recent form has been stellar, as they entered this game on a ten-game winning streak, with their last five games yielding an average of 81.2 points scored and only 59.0 points allowed. Their last matchup before facing Lipscomb was a hard-fought victory against the Michigan State Spartans, where they won 66-60. The Blue Devils have consistently outperformed their opponents, with notable wins against teams like the Arkansas Razorbacks and the Kansas Jayhawks.

On the other hand, the Lipscomb Bisons came into this game with a record of 6-5, having won five of their last ten games. They have shown resilience, particularly in their most recent outing, where they secured a convincing 92-58 victory against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs. However, their away record of 2-4 indicates struggles outside their home venue, where they have averaged 80.4 points scored but have also allowed 73.8 points per game. In their last five games, Lipscomb averaged 87.2 points scored while allowing 68.8, showcasing their offensive potential but also revealing defensive vulnerabilities.

In terms of previous meetings, this was the first matchup between Duke and Lipscomb, making it a unique encounter for both teams. The Blue Devils, known for their storied basketball program, faced a Lipscomb team looking to make a statement against a powerhouse. The game was played under favorable conditions at Duke's renowned arena, which is known for its electric atmosphere and passionate fanbase.

Injuries did not play a significant role in this matchup, with both teams fielding their key players. However, the depth of Duke's roster has been a significant factor in their success, allowing them to maintain a high level of play throughout the game.

The betting market, provided by DraftKings, indicated a significant expectation for Duke's performance, setting the spread at -32.5 points in favor of the Blue Devils. The total points line was set at 151.5, reflecting the anticipated high-scoring nature of the game. Duke's moneyline was an overwhelming -100000, while Lipscomb's was listed at 5000, indicating the market's confidence in a Duke victory.

As the game unfolded, Duke's offensive prowess was on full display, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. The Blue Devils maintained control throughout the game, leading by as much as 24 points at one stage. Notably, Dame Sarr made a significant impact with a 24-foot three-point jumper, further extending Duke's lead in the second half. Charlie Williams from Lipscomb also had a strong performance, contributing several points in the latter stages of the game, but it was not enough to close the gap.

Overall, this game exemplified Duke's strength and ability to perform consistently at a high level, particularly in their home environment. The Blue Devils will look to carry this momentum forward as they continue their season, while Lipscomb will aim to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings in future matchups.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsDUKE -32.5 151.5 o -105 / u -115 Lipscomb Bisons +5000 · Duke Blue Devils -100000

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Leaders

  • PointsCameron Boozer26Duke Blue Devils
  • AssistsCayden Boozer4Duke Blue Devils
  • ReboundsCameron Boozer13Duke Blue Devils
  • PointsGrant Asman18Lipscomb Bisons
  • AssistsMateo Esmeraldo8Lipscomb Bisons
  • ReboundsGrant Asman5Lipscomb Bisons

Recent form

Duke Blue Devils

Last 10: 10-0Streak W1086.8 scored · 59.6 allowed per game7-0 at home

  • W66-60at Michigan State SpartansDec 6
  • W67-66vs Florida GatorsDec 3
  • W80-71at Arkansas RazorbacksNov 28
  • W93-56vs Howard BisonNov 23
  • W100-42vs Niagara Purple EaglesNov 22
  • W78-66vs Kansas JayhawksNov 19
  • W100-62vs Indiana State SycamoresNov 15
  • W114-59at Army Black KnightsNov 12
  • W95-54vs Western Carolina CatamountsNov 8
  • W75-60vs Texas LonghornsNov 5

Lipscomb Bisons

Last 10: 6-4Streak W580.4 scored · 73.8 allowed per game2-4 away

  • W92-58vs Alabama A&M BulldogsDec 7
  • W83-80vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesDec 3
  • W88-77at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksNov 29
  • W90-67at Marshall Thundering HerdNov 26
  • W83-62vs Western Carolina CatamountsNov 22
  • L68-75at Belmont BruinsNov 20
  • W98-53vs Bryan LionsNov 15
  • L64-69at UNC Asheville BulldogsNov 11
  • L77-92at Mercer BearsNov 9
  • L61-105at Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 4

Standings

TeamOverallGames behindIn conference
Austin Peay22-9+115-3
Central Arkansas22-12+115-3
Queens University21-14213-5
Lipscomb19-13312-6
Florida Gulf Coast16-1878-10
West Georgia15-1768-10
Bellarmine13-1987-11
Jacksonville12-2087-11
Stetson12-2187-11
Eastern Kentucky11-2177-11
North Florida7-25105-13
North Alabama9-21104-14
Duke35-3-17-1
Virginia30-6215-3
Miami26-9413-5
North Carolina24-9512-6
Clemson24-11512-6
Louisville24-11611-7
NC State20-14710-8
Florida State18-15710-8
California22-1289-9
Stanford20-1389-9
Virginia Tech19-1398-10
SMU20-1498-10
Wake Forest18-17107-11
Syracuse15-17116-12
Pittsburgh13-20125-13
Notre Dame13-18134-14
Boston College11-20134-14
Georgia Tech11-20152-16

Box score

StatLipscomb BisonsDuke Blue Devils
Field goals24-6136-69
Field goal %3952
Three-pointers7-238-25
Three-point %3032
Free throws18-2017-22
Free throw %9077
Rebounds2155
Offensive rebounds320
Defensive rebounds1835
Assists1421
Steals1214
Blocks24
Turnovers1622
Team turnovers00
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers2711
Fast-break points2124
Points in the paint3056
Fouls1917
Largest lead1029
Lead changes44
Time in front3363

How the scoring went

  1. 2nd Half49-50Caleb Foster makes 8-foot floating jump shot
  2. 2nd Half49-51Cameron Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
  3. 2nd Half49-52Cameron Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
  4. 2nd Half49-54Cameron Boozer makes driving layup
  5. 2nd Half49-56Isaiah Evans makes 3-foot dunk
  6. 2nd Half51-56Charlie Williams makes 8-foot hook shot
  7. 2nd Half51-58Cayden Boozer makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
  8. 2nd Half52-58Titas Sargiunas makes free throw 2 of 2
  9. 2nd Half52-59Maliq Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
  10. 2nd Half55-59Grant Asman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
  11. 2nd Half55-61Cameron Boozer makes 3-foot dunk (Dame Sarr assists)
  12. 2nd Half55-63Cayden Boozer makes driving layup
  13. 2nd Half57-63Grant Asman makes layup (Titas Sargiunas assists)
  14. 2nd Half57-64Darren Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
  15. 2nd Half57-65Darren Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
  16. 2nd Half57-67Cameron Boozer makes layup
  17. 2nd Half57-68Cameron Boozer makes free throw 1 of 2
  18. 2nd Half57-69Cameron Boozer makes free throw 2 of 2
  19. 2nd Half57-71Cayden Boozer makes driving layup
  20. 2nd Half60-71Titas Sargiunas makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
  21. 2nd Half60-74Isaiah Evans makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cayden Boozer assists)
  22. 2nd Half62-74Grant Asman makes layup (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
  23. 2nd Half62-77Isaiah Evans makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cameron Boozer assists)
  24. 2nd Half64-77Titas Sargiunas makes driving layup
  25. 2nd Half64-78Caleb Foster makes free throw 1 of 2
  26. 2nd Half64-79Caleb Foster makes free throw 2 of 2
  27. 2nd Half64-81Caleb Foster makes layup
  28. 2nd Half64-83Darren Harris makes layup (Cayden Boozer assists)
  29. 2nd Half64-85Cameron Boozer makes layup (Cayden Boozer assists)
  30. 2nd Half64-87Cameron Boozer makes layup (Cayden Boozer assists)
  31. 2nd Half64-90Cayden Boozer makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dame Sarr assists)
  32. 2nd Half64-92Patrick Ngongba II makes 0-foot tip in layup
  33. 2nd Half65-92Charlie Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
  34. 2nd Half66-92Charlie Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
  35. 2nd Half66-94Dame Sarr makes layup (Darren Harris assists)
  36. 2nd Half68-94Charlie Williams makes layup (Grant Asman assists)
  37. 2nd Half68-97Dame Sarr makes 24-foot three point jumper (Maliq Brown assists)
  38. 2nd Half69-97Charlie Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
  39. 2nd Half70-97Charlie Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
  40. 2nd Half73-97Ross Candelino makes 26-foot three point jumper

Win probability

Above the line favours Duke Blue Devils, below favours Lipscomb Bisons.

Venue

  • Cameron Indoor StadiumDurham, NC
  • Attendance9314
  • OfficialsJustin Porterfield, Eric Lewis, Jeff Pon

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