No. 4 Duke Defeats Virginia Tech 72-58

Cameron Boozer scores 24 points to lead the Blue Devils to their ninth straight win.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 1:55pm

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In a matchup between two ACC teams, No. 4 Duke defeated Virginia Tech 72-58 on Saturday. Cameron Boozer led the Blue Devils with 24 points, while Amani Hansberry paced the Hokies with 20 points. Duke never trailed in the game and led by as many as 13 points in the second half before Virginia Tech made a late rally, cutting the deficit to 62-56. However, Boozer answered with seven straight points to help Duke pull away for the victory.

Why it matters

This win extends Duke's impressive streak to nine straight victories and keeps them undefeated in ACC play this season. For Virginia Tech, the loss is a missed opportunity to pick up a crucial Quad 1 victory that could have boosted their NCAA Tournament hopes.

The details

Duke shot 52.5% from the field and held Virginia Tech to just 41.8% shooting. The Blue Devils also dominated the boards, outrebounding the Hokies 36-28. In the final six minutes, Duke's stifling defense limited Virginia Tech to just two points, forcing four turnovers and holding the Hokies to 1-of-7 shooting.

  • The game was played on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

The players

Cameron Boozer

A standout player for Duke, Boozer scored 24 points and grabbed 8 rebounds in the victory.

Amani Hansberry

The leading scorer for Virginia Tech, Hansberry had 20 points in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This game showcased Duke's defensive prowess and Boozer's scoring ability, as the Blue Devils continued their strong start to the ACC season. For Virginia Tech, the loss is a setback in their quest to secure a Quad 1 victory and bolster their NCAA Tournament resume.