On November 4, 2025, Duke University's men's basketball team faced off against the University of Texas at Austin in a thrilling match. The game, played at the Dick Vitale Invitational, saw Duke emerge victorious with a final score of 75-60. Isaiah Evans led the way for Duke, scoring an impressive 23 points, while Cameron Boozer, a top high school recruit, contributed 15 points and 13 rebounds in the second half. Despite a sluggish start, Duke's stifling defense and strong performance in the second half secured their win.
The Blue Devils' Patrick Ngongba added 10 points, and their defense forced 16 turnovers, limiting Texas to just 32% shooting. For Texas, Dailyn Swain scored 16 points, and Jordan Pope and Matas Vokietaitis each contributed 15 points. However, Boozer, the son of former Duke star Carlos Boozer, struggled in the first half, going 0 for 7 from the field and finishing with three rebounds. But he made a strong comeback in the second half, getting to the foul line 12 times and converting nine free throws, showcasing an all-around performance reminiscent of Cooper Flagg's previous year.
The game began with Duke trailing 7-3 and struggling with shooting, making only 1 of 10 attempts from the field and committing two turnovers. However, Evans' hot streak with four 3-pointers helped Duke take the lead, opening a 26-17 advantage. Texas fought back, taking the lead at halftime, with Evans on the bench for an extended period.
The game also paid tribute to legendary commentator Dick Vitale, with an emotional video introduction about his legacy and fight against cancer. Former Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski narrated the video, bringing Vitale to tears. The crowd roared and gave Vitale a standing ovation as Krzyzewski concluded with, 'you are awesome with a capital V.'
Looking ahead, Texas will host Lafayette on Saturday, while Duke will welcome Western Carolina to their home court. Fans can stay updated with poll alerts and AP Top 25 rankings throughout the season by signing up for the relevant newsletters and using the AP News mobile app.
