Duke vs Kent State Preview

Posted On: December 19, 2006 By: Cliff Comments: (zero)

The sixth-ranked Blue Devils (9-1) haven’t lost since a 73-62 defeat to then-No. 13 Marquette in the championship game of the CBE Classic at Kansas City, Mo., on Nov. 21. Duke has run off five straight wins following that defeat, all at Cameron Indoor Stadium, a run that includes victories over Indiana and then-No. 18 Georgetown.The Blue Devils will try to avoid looking ahead to Thursday’s matchup with No. 22 Gonzaga at Madison Square Garden.

Duke will rely on its tough defense as it tries to knock off Kent State (5-3) before heading to New York. The Devils have been especially stingy at home, allowing 48.4 points per game - sixth in the nation. No visiting team has topped 53 points at Cameron this season.

The Blue Devils have been off since a 69-53 victory over George Mason on Dec. 9 due to exams. DeMarcus Nelson scored a season-high 24 points and freshman Jon Scheyer added 18 for Duke.

Our prediction:Â Duke 68 Kent State 55

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