The No. 2 Duke Blue Devils are set to travel for an ACC clash against the struggling Miami Hurricanes on Tuesday night. As March approaches, Duke aims to keep its top position in the conference, while Miami is looking to pull off a surprising win and end its losing streak.

Will the Blue Devils secure another easy win, or can the Hurricanes put up a strong challenge on their home turf? With both teams on different paths, let's dive into the odds, key matchups and our top #2 Duke vs. Miami picks for this Tuesday night showdown.

 

 

 

#2 Duke vs. Miami Predictions Today: Tuesday, 2/25

Duke comes into this game after a big victory over Illinois, dominating with a 110-67 win at Madison Square Garden. On the other hand, Miami has lost three games in a row and is currently at the bottom of the ACC standings after a defeat against Virginia Tech over the weekend.

We have our #2 Duke vs. Miami predictions and best bets ready for the game but first let’s break each squad down individually.

 

 

 

Duke Blue Devils: Final Four Bound?

The Duke Blue Devils are showcasing some of the finest basketball in the nation. With a record of 24-3 and an impressive ACC mark of 15-1, Duke has dominated their opponents, highlighted by their last 110-67 victory over Illinois at Madison Square Garden.

Their potent offense scores an average of 82.1 points per game, ranking 25th in the country, while their tough defense limits opponents to just 61.1 points per game, placing them 7th nationally. Freshman star Cooper Flagg has made a significant impact, averaging 19.5 points and 7.7 rebounds.

Duke's three-point shooting, led by Kon Knueppel at 38.3%, has been deadly, and their defensive skills position them as strong contenders for the national title. With the ACC regular-season championship in sight, the Blue Devils are aiming for a successful run in March Madness.

 

 

 

Miami Hurricanes: A Season To Forget

Miami quickly fell into one of the most disappointing seasons in recent times. The Hurricanes have only two wins in the ACC (6-21 overall), and their defense has been a major issue.

They give up 79.7 points per game, placing them 346th in the nation, while opponents shoot an alarming 49.1% against them. Despite these challenges, Matthew Cleveland has stood out, averaging 16.3 points per game with a shooting percentage of 50.7%, though he is questionable for tonight.

Miami also struggles with rebounding (ranked 311th) and has been inconsistent with three-point shooting (31.9%), making it hard to compete with conference foes. After a tough 89-54 defeat to Duke earlier this season, the Hurricanes will need a miracle to turn things around.

 

 

 

#2 Duke vs. Miami Odds, Spreads, Total & Betting Lines

Bet365 Sportsbook provided the #2 Duke vs. Miami odds and betting lines for the matchup at the time of publication as follows:

  • Duke Blue Devils (-10000) vs. Miami Hurricanes (+2500)
    • Spread: Duke -23 (-110) vs. Miami +23 (-110)
    • Game Total: Over 152.5 (-110) vs. Under 152.5 (-110)

 

 

 

#2 Duke vs. Miami Spread Pick: Blue Devils 1H -13.5 (-110 at Bet365)

Duke is really on a roll, and their strong performances in the first half of games have been a big part of their success. Siding with Blue Devils 1H -13.5 (-110 at Bet365) for our #2 Duke vs. Miami picks seems like an easy pick, especially considering how both teams have been playing lately.

Duke has been crushing weaker teams all season, and Miami is at the bottom of the conference. Their defense is struggling, giving up 79.7 points per game, which is one of the worst in the country. They also allow a high shooting percentage, with opponents hitting 49.1% of their shots and 38.7% from three-point range.

Conversely, Duke ranks 14th in field goal percentage and 16th in three-point shooting. The last time these teams faced off, Duke won easily, 89-54 and covered a big spread. That game wasn't close at all, and Miami hasn't improved since then. Duke has been starting strong against other teams too, leading by big margins at halftime against teams a lot better than the ‘Canes.

Especially with Flagg playing so well, expect Duke to take control right from the start. Miami just doesn't have what it takes to keep up early on, so we’ll ride with the Blue Devils in the first half for our official #2 Duke vs. Miami predictions.

 

 

 

#2 Duke vs. Miami Injury Report & Starting Lineup

Duke Blue Devils Injury Report

  • M. Brown (F) – Out

Duke Blue Devils Projected Starters

  • S. James (G) – (8.3 PPG, 40.8 3PT%)
  • T. Proctor (G) – (12.0 PPG, 40.9 3PT%)
  • K. Knueppel (G) – (13.2 PPG, 38.3 3PT%)
  • C. Flagg (G) – (19.5 PPG, 7.7 RPG)
  • K. Maluach (C) – (8.2 PPG, 71.4 FG%)

Miami Hurricanes Injury Report

  • M. Cleveland (G) – Questionable
  • N. Pack (G) – Out
  • K. Huie (F) – Out

Miami Hurricanes Projected Starters

  • L. Kidd (C) – (11.3 PPG, 66.8 FG%)
  • A. Staton-McCray (G) – (7.6 PPG, 82.9 FT%)
  • B. Johnson (F) – (7.9 PPG, 6.6 RPG)
  • J. Bethea (G) – (6.8 PPG, 32.0 3PT%)
  • D. Ugochukwu (G) – (5.5 PPG, 51.0 FG%)

 

 

 

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