The recent men's basketball game between Duke and Wake Forest. Duke came into the game with a record of 12-9, looking to get back on track after a tough stretch of losses. Meanwhile, Wake Forest was looking to continue their surprising run of good form, having won four of their last five games.
The game was closely contested, with both teams trading blows throughout the first half. Duke held a narrow lead at halftime, but Wake Forest came out strong in the second half and quickly took the lead. The game remained close down the stretch, but Duke was ultimately able to make a few keys plays to secure a 71-68 victory.
Duke was led by freshman Paolo Banchero, who scored a game-high 24 points and grabbed 9 rebounds. Junior guard Wendell Moore Jr. also played a key role, finishing with 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. Wake Forest was led by junior guard Jake LaRavia, who finished with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
The win was a much-needed boost for Duke, who had lost their previous three games. The Blue Devils will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Meanwhile, Wake Forest will look to bounce back in their next game as they try to keep their own tournament hopes alive.