Duke Basketball Leads ACC Power Rankings

Cameron Boozer's Blue Devils Impress Despite Less Talent Than Last Season

Jan. 29, 2026 at 11:47am

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Duke's basketball team, led by Cameron Boozer, has performed better through 20 games this season compared to last year's squad, despite being less talented. The No. 4 Blue Devils are tied with top-ranked Arizona for the most Quadrant 1 victories at 9, and are off to their best 20-game start in program history at 19-1 overall and 8-0 in ACC play.

Why it matters

Duke's strong start this season has surprised many, as the team lost several key players from last year's squad. The Blue Devils' ability to win at a high level with a less talented roster has raised expectations for the program and Coach Boozer's coaching abilities.

The details

Despite not being as talented as last year's Duke team led by Cooper Flagg, Cameron Boozer's Blue Devils have managed to rack up an impressive 19-1 record through 20 games, including an 8-0 mark in ACC play. The team is tied with top-ranked Arizona for the most Quadrant 1 victories this season at 9.

  • Duke is off to its best 20-game start in program history.

The players

Cameron Boozer

The head coach of the Duke basketball team.

Cooper Flagg

A former Duke basketball player who led the team last season.

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The takeaway

Duke's strong start this season, despite having a less talented roster than last year, has raised expectations for the program and showcased Coach Boozer's coaching abilities.