Duke basketball looks to bounce back from a road loss at Clemson as it faces Virginia on Monday night. The third-ranked Blue Devils (22-3, 14-1 ACC) have dominated on the road, winning seven of their last eight games by an average margin of 19.8 points.
In head-to-head matchups, Duke has a slight edge over Virginia, winning three of the last four games, including the 2023 ACC Tournament championship game. However, Virginia is looking to extend its recent winning streak and may pose a challenge for Duke’s fast-paced offense.
Freshman Kon Knueppel will be crucial in this matchup, as he looks to break out of his recent scoring slump. Coach Tony Bennett’s Virginia team, meanwhile, has adopted a slow tempo, which could test Duke’s ability to score in transition.
Despite Virginia’s struggles against top 15 teams, the Hoos have shown signs of improvement and may cause problems for Duke. However, with its strong offense and high-tempo style, Duke is likely to come out on top.
Prediction: Duke 72, Virginia 50
Source: https://eu.fayobserver.com/story/sports/college/acc/2025/02/16/duke-basketball-virginia-score-prediction-kon-knueppel/78347888007