No. 6 Duke plays host to No. 24 SMU today at Cameron Indoor Stadium in a battle of ranked ACC foes. The Mustangs bring college basketball’s hottest offensive attack to Durham, and the Blue Devils are determined to stay perfect at home.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Game Time: Saturday, January 10, 2:00 PM ET on ESPN
- Duke’s Status: 14-1 overall, 3-0 ACC, ranked sixth in AP poll, undefeated at home (7-0)
- SMU’s Status: 12-3 overall, 1-1 ACC, ranked 24th, leads league at 90.1 PPG (18th nationally)
- Series Record: Duke leads 5-1, won last matchup 89-62 in January 2025
Cameron Boozer Flaming Hot for Blue Devils
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Cameron Boozer has emerged as a dynamic force for Duke in recent games. In the Blue Devils‘ last outing against Louisville, the versatile forward dropped 27 points on 10-of-12 shooting, adding 3 three-pointers and 8 rebounds. Boozer is averaging a robust 6.5 defensive boards per game, second best in the ACC.
Isaiah Evans contributed 23 points in that Louisville victory, while Caleb Foster chipped in 20 points as a career-high. The Blue Devils shot with precision, with Boozer alone accounting for 70 of Duke’s total points through his recent performances.
SMU’s Scoring Machine Cannot Be Contained
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The Mustangs lead the entire ACC with 90.1 points per game, ranking 18th in the nation. SMU is shooting 49.8% from the field and 77.4% from the free-throw line. Four SMU players are averaging over 20 points per game, led by senior guard Boopie Miller at 20.6 PPG with 7.1 assists per game.
Miller recently secured ACC Player of the Week honors after posting 27 points and 12 assists in a stunning upset of then-No. 12 North Carolina. The Mustangs have six consecutive games with multiple double-figure scorers and eight games scoring 90 or more points this season.
Matchup Breakdown at Cameron Indoor Stadium
| Factor | Duke (No. 6) | SMU (No. 24) |
| Record | 14-1 (3-0 ACC) | 12-3 (1-1 ACC) |
| Key Scorer | Cameron Boozer (27 PPG recent) | Boopie Miller (20.6 PPG) |
| Scoring Offense | Balanced attack | 90.1 PPG (ACC leading) |
| Home/Away Record | 7-0 at Cameron | 0-1 vs Duke away |
“Duke will get tested against SMU on Saturday.”
According to basketball analysts previewing the matchup, SMU’s offensive firepower presents a unique challenge for the Blue Devils.
What to Watch for in Durham
SMU’s fast-break attack will be critical to monitor. The Mustangs lead the ACC in fast-break scoring and rely on five players contributing in double figures consistently. Duke’s ability to control the paint and limit transition opportunities will determine whether Cameron Boozer’s recent hot-shooting stretch continues.
Miller and the SMU guards will need strong minutes against Duke’s perimeter defense. The Blue Devils have not lost at Cameron Indoor this season, and Duke looks to extend that streak today.
Can SMU Pull Off Another Top-25 Upset at Cameron?
SMU recently proved it can beat ranked opponents, stunning UNC in shocking fashion. However, the Mustangs have never defeated Duke on the road in their head-to-head history. Will Boopie Miller’s playmaking and SMU’s elite scoring punch be enough to overcome the Blue Devils’ home dominance? The answer could reshape the ACC race down the stretch.
Sources
- ESPN – Live game coverage and player statistics for SMU vs Duke
- ACC Athletics – Conference standings, player rankings, and offensive statistics
- Duke Athletics – Official Blue Devils roster and game preview information
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