Freshman star Cameron Boozer delivered a masterclass performance by scoring 27 points to lead No 6 Duke to an 84-73 comeback victory over No 20 Louisville. Boozer was nearly perfect from the floor, shooting 10 of 12 and sparking a decisive 16-6 run early in the second half. His dominance inside the paint and a clutch three pointer helped the Blue Devils erase a 47-38 halftime deficit. This victory marks Dukes third consecutive win and reinforces Boozers position as a National Player of the Year frontrunner.

Dukes Hot Shooting and Offensive Support

While Boozer was the primary engine, he received significant help from Isaiah Evans and Caleb Foster, who scored 23 and 20 points respectively. The Blue Devils were incredibly efficient after the break, shooting a blistering 71% from the field to overwhelm the Cardinals defense. Caleb Foster was particularly effective in transition, scoring 16 of his career high 20 points in the final 20 minutes. This balanced scoring attack proved to be the difference maker as Duke outscored Louisville 46-26 in the second frame.

Louisville Crumbles Under Defensive Pressure

The Louisville Cardinals started the game with high energy, shooting 47% in the first half and leading by as many as 12 points. Ryan Conwell led the home team with 24 points, while Aly Khalifa added 17 off the bench, including five three pointers. However, the Cardinals struggled significantly in the second half, shooting just 32% as Dukes defense tightened. Louisville went scoreless for a critical four minute stretch, allowing the Blue Devils to seize momentum and maintain their lead until the final buzzer.

Impact on ACC Standings and Legacy

This 84-73 win improves Dukes record to 14-1 overall and a perfect 3-0 in Atlantic Coast Conference play. It also extends Dukes winning streak over Louisville to eight games, showing their recent dominance in this storied rivalry. For Louisville, the loss drops them to 11-4 and highlights the need for more consistent offensive execution during high pressure situations. Duke will now look forward to hosting SMU on Saturday, while Louisville aim